Geometry assignment; 12/20

Today we went over the chapter 6 test in class during our shortened periods.  Have a great Christmas break!

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/20

Today we took a quiz on statistics during our shortened class period.

Assignment:  none

Geometry assignment; 12/19

Today we took the chapter 6 test on inequalities in geometry.  We will get it back and go over it tomorrow.

Assignment:  none

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/19

Today's topic was box and whisker plots.  These plots are a way of looking at the overall variance of data  (how spread out a set of data is).  The box and whisker uses the median of sets of data and also introduces the concept of quartiles.

Assignment:  box and whisker worksheet

Geometry assignment; 12/18

We wrapped up our study of chapter 6 today by going over the process of writing triangle inequality proofs using the Hinge Theorems.  Being able to identify the SAS and SSS Inequality theorems from diagrams and use information in writing proofs is what we demonstrated several times today before spending some time in class working on a review exercise.  The last part of the period we also reviewed how to write indirect proofs.

Assignment:  Section 6-4/6-5 review sheet;  page 231 #3-8 all

The answers to the homework questions appear below.

We will take a few questions tomorrow before starting the test.

Chapter 6-4 / 6-5 Review Sheet answers

1.  angle B, angle A, angle C

2.  segment FE, segment DE, segment DF

3.  no

4.  yes

5.  no

6.  11 ;  41

7.  may be

8.  cannot be

9.  must be

10.  segment AB

11.  segment DG

12.  segment HK

13.  angle 1

14.  angle 1

15.  angle 1

16.  D;  B

17.  AB

18.  CA;  CB

19.  segment DC

Page 231    #3-8  answers

3.  XY > XZ  ;  XW > 12

4.  AD < CE

5.  angle 1 < angle 2;  angle 3 > angle 4

6.  angle 5 < angle 6

7.  a < b

8.  c < 10

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/18

We went over our homework and then introduced the topics of line plots and stem and leaf plots.  We demonstrated how to create both types of plots and then how to interpret them to obtain the mean, median, and mode of various data sets.  We then spent some time working on the assignment in class.

Assignment:  Stem and Leaf plots worksheet

Geometry assignment; 12/17

We introduced the concept of working with inequalities involving two triangles.  These theorems are called the Hinge theorems, and they take two forms  (SAS and SSS inequality)

We went through a demonstration with meter sticks in class and several diagram examples before spending some time in class working on the assignment.

Assignment:  Hinge Theorem worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/17

Today we worked on problem solving skills using the statistics concepts that we introduced yesterday.  These word problems involve interpreting the information given and then using equations to solve problems with the mean, median, and mode of data sets.

Assignment:  Chapter 1-6 practice worksheet;  #1-13 all

Geometry Assignment; 12/16

We went over our chapter 6 quiz today in class and then began work on the last couple sections of the chapter.  Today we went over triangle inequalities and how the angles and sides can be compared in each triangle.  The students started their homework before we left for the day.


Assignment:  triangle inequality worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/16

We introduced the first topics in our mini-unit on statistics this week.  We reviewed what a mean, median, mode, and range are for sets of data and then spent some time working on the homework in class.

We will be studying 4-5 topics on statistics this week and then taking a quiz on them during the short class period on Friday.

Assignment:  Mean, Median, Mode, and Range worksheet

Geometry assignment; 12/13

We went over our homework today  (indirect proofs worksheet) first before taking a short quiz on the first three sections of chapter 6.  After the quiz, the students got started on a review assignment that they have for homework.

Assignment:  Chapter 1-5 review;  page 200;  #1-17 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/13

After going over our entry task today, we passed out the test on linear equations.  We spent the period taking the test.  There was an extra credit equations worksheet available for students to work on after the test.


Assignment:  extra credit worksheet  (optional)

Geometry assignment; 12/11

We introduced the concept of indirect proofs today and went over the 4-step process of solving these types of proofs.  We worked through several examples in the note packet before starting our assignment out of the book.

Assignment:  2 note packet problems;  pg. 216  #1-5, 7-9

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/11

We introduced the concept of how parallel and perpendicular lines are related to the slope.  We went over several problems together before starting on the homework in class.

Assignment:  parallel and perpendicular line worksheet

Geometry assignment ; 12/12

We spent some time at the beginning of class reviewing some concepts for the quiz tomorrow.  We then continued working on indirect proofs both together and then individually.

Assignment:  indirect proofs worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/12

We worked on a review sheet for the linear equation unit test.  The test will be tomorrow.

Assignment:  finishing review sheet and correct it with answer key provided

Geometry assignment; 12/10

We introduced the concept of inequalities in geometry today by going over several diagrams and short inequality proofs.  We will continue working on these inequality proofs over the next few days.

Assignment:  section 6-1;  page 205    #17-19  ;   page 206-207   #1-8 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/10

We spent some more time on working word problems from tables and writing a point - slope equation for the data.  We also worked on graphing point-slope equations.

Assignment:  section 6-5;  page 339;  #1-9 all, 31, 33, 35-39 all

Geometry assignment; 12/9

We went over our chapter 5 test in class today.  We then began Chapter 6 and talked about inequalities in geometry.  The first section was a review of conditional statements from earlier in the year, dealing with inverses and contrapositives.

Assignment:  section 6-2;  page 210-211;  #1-12 all ;  page 212  #1-9 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/9

We went over section 6-5 today and dealt with writing a line equation from a set of data.  These problems will work into word problems as the week goes on.

Assignment:  section 6-5 worksheet;  #1-14 all;  29-35 odd

Geometry assignment; 12/6

Test today in class over Chapter 5  (Parallelograms)

Homework:  none

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12-6

After going over the entry task together, we took a quiz on linear equations today in class.

Assignment:  none

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/5

We continued to work on line equations today involving the point slope form of a line.  We went over how to graph with the point slope equation, as well as how to convert back and forth between the three different types of line equations that we have been working with.  There is a quiz tomorrow on the three types of line equations.


Assignment:  line equation conversion worksheet

Geometry assignment; 12/5

We went over the trapezoid calculations homework together in class as well as two different types of proof problems in preparation for the test tomorrow.  The students then had time to begin working on their review sheet in class.

Assignment:  Chapter 5 Review Sheet

Answers to review sheet:

1.  triangle YWX
2.  angle XYZ
3.  110
4.  a.  30       b. 64
5.  a. 12        b. 6
6.  4
7.  rectangle
8.  rhombus
9.  parallelogram
10.  rectangle
11.  rhombus
12.  square
13.  sometimes
14.  sometimes
15.  never
16.  sometimes
17.  median or midsegment
18.  a. 115      b. 65
19.  7
20.  a. 8     b.  2      c. 36
21.  proof parts   1.  given      2.  opp. sides of parallelogram are congruent     3.  def. of parallelogram
        (can also be opp. sides of parallelogram are parallel)    4.  angle SRT congruent to angle UTW
       5.  given      6.  same as reason number 4      7.  AAS      8.  CPCTC

22.  Statements                                                                                                    Reasons
      1.  BE is congruent to BC                                                              1.  given
            angle 1 congruent to angle 3;  angle 2 congruent to angle 4      
      2.  angle 1 is congruent to angle 2                                                   2.  base angles of isos. triangles are
                                                                                                                 congruent
      3.  angle 3 congruent to angle 2;  angle 4 congruent to angle 1         3.  substitution / transitive
      4.  AD is parallel to BC                                                                 4.  if corr. angles are congruent, then
                                                                                                                lines are parallel
      5.  AB is parallel to DC                                                                 5.  if alt. interior angles are congruent,
                                                                                                                then lines are parallel
      6.   ABCD is a parallelogram                                                         6.  if both pairs of opp. sides are
                                                                                                                parallel, then quad. is a
                                                                                                                parallelogram

Geometry assignment; 12/4

We went over our homework and then spent time in class working in groups to solve 4 proofs.  We went over the proofs at the end of the period to give the students feedback on how they could do parallelogram proofs.

Assignment:  trapezoid calculations worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/4

We introduced the concept of our third type of linear equation today in working with the point-slope form of a line.  We went over both how to graph the equations and also the method in which to convert one equation to another.

Homework:  point-slope worksheet  #1-20 all;  graph the first 10

Geometry assignment; 12/3

We introduced the last section of the chapter today in working with trapezoids.  We went over the properties of trapezoids and also the calculations that can be made using the midsegment of a trapezoid.

Assignment:  section 5-5;  page 192-193;  #1-16 all;  page 188 #30

Algebra 10-12 assignment ; 12/3

After going over the entry task and the homework, we spent some time converting between the standard form of linear equations and the slope intercept form.  We then worked through some word problems involving the standard form of linear equations.

Assignment:  section 6-4 worksheet;  #21-36

Geometry assignment; 12/2

We went over our quiz today before working more on parallelogram proofs.  We went over two proofs together today before starting a review assignment on special parallelograms.

Assignment:  special parallelograms worksheet;  section 5-4;  page 188;  #29

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 12/2

We reviewed the different linear equations today in class  (slope intercept and standard form), as well as introducing the method of being able to convert between the two equations.

Assignment:  section 6-4;  page 333;  #1-25 odd,  27-35 all

Geometry assignment; 11/22

We got back our parallelogram quiz today and went over both the quiz and the homework.  We also started section 5-4 on special parallelograms.  We worked with rectangles, squares, and the rhombus today in our notes and calculations.

Assignment:  section 5-4;  page 187;  #1-16 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/22

We went over an entry task to review for our quiz today on linear equations and slopes.  We then took the quiz and started our homework afterwards.

Assignment:  Section 6-2 worksheet  (slope intercept form of lines)

Geometry assignment; 11/21

We started section 5-3 today and went over how to use some calculations involving parallel lines.  The calculations involving multiple parallel lines and the midsegment of triangles were the  things we worked on.

Assignment:  midsegment worksheet +  section 5-3;  page 180  #4, 10-14.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/21

We continued working on the slope intercept form of linear equations today.  The goal today was to be able to view a graph of a line and to put it into an equation.  The equation needed to be in the slope intercept form.

Assignment:  in-class graphing worksheet (turned in during class);  section 6-2;  page 320,  #1-21 odd, 22-27 all

Geometry assignment; 11/20

We finished up section 5-2 on proving parallelograms and went over a few practice problems before taking a quiz on parallelogram calculations.

Assignment:  section 5-2 worksheet +  problems #19-21 on page 175

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/20

We introduced the concept of the slope intercept form of a line today.  We involved graphing as well as calculations to get line equations in the correct form.

Assignment:  slope intercept worksheet

Geometry assignment; 11/19

We continued our work with parallelograms and proofs today.  We now have five properties of parallelograms that we can use in proofs and to solve problems.

1.  two pairs of opposite sides are congruent
2.  two pairs of opposite angles are congruent
3.  the diagonals bisect
4.  two pairs of same side interior angles are supplementary
5.  one pair of sides is both congruent and parallel


Assignment:  proving parallelograms worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/19

We continued our work with linear equations and slopes today.  After reviewing the concept of determining the slope by graphing, we went over the process of determining the slope by calculation.  We used two points and the formula:   slope (m) = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1)

Assignment:  slope with points worksheet

Geometry assignment; 11/18

We went over our homework from the weekend involving properties of parallelograms.  We then introduced the methods of using parallelograms in proofs.  We will continue this process over the next few days.

Assignment:  section 5-1;  p. 169-170;  #1-12 all, 19-21 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/18

We spent some time reviewing functions and inequalities in our entry task today before starting our new unit.  We introduced the concept of linear functions today and worked with determining the slope of a line using a graph.

Assignment:  Determining Slope from Graph worksheet

Geometry assignment; 11/14 and 11/15

We went over our test today in class on congruent triangles.  We also introduced the topic of parallelograms and some of their properties today.  We went through a measuring activity and then went over some sample problems together before starting our homework.

Assignment:  Parallelogram worksheet and diagram calculations

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/14

After turning in the review sheet and going over a final entry task on writing function rules, we took the test on Functions and Graphing.

Assignment:  extra credit worksheet due on Monday

Algebra does not meet on Friday, Nov. 15 due to conferences

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/13

We went over our homework and an entry task today that focused again on writing function rules.  We then took a look at a couple more examples of these type of problems before starting to work on our review sheet.

The answers for the review sheet were given out at the end of the period so the students could check their work.

Assignment:  finish the review sheet and check it using the answer key.   Test on graphing, functions, and relations tomorrow.

Geometry assignment; 11/13

We turned in our review homework assignment today before taking the test on chapter 4 (Congruent triangles)

Assignment:  none;  extra credit given after the test that is due on Monday, November 18 for those who would like to take advantage of it.

Geometry assignment; 11/12

We spent some time reviewing together today in preparation for the chapter 4 test tomorrow.  We went over key steps proof in class, as well as worked on a proof review sheet together in groups.  The homework assignment involves 6 problems that are also good ones to review before the test.

Assignment:  p. 161;  #11-15, 18


Answers to homework:

11.  ER and EV

12.  equilateral

13.  25

14.  5

15.       GH perpendicular to HJ;  KJ perpendicular to HJ                               Given
            angle GHJ and angle KJH are right angles                                        def. of perpendicular
            angle GHJ is congruent to angle KJH                                               all right angles are congruent
            angle G is congruent to angle K                                                        Given
            HJ is congruent to HJ                                                                       reflexive
            triangle GHJ is congruent to triangle KJH                                          AAS

18.  a.  DG    b.  FH     c.  KJ

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/12

We got back our quiz today from last Friday and went over it.  We then started our last topic in this particular unit....finding function rules.  The notes we went over today were combined with the homework assignment, so the students were able to get most of their homework done in class.


Assignment:  function rule worksheet;  #1-12 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/8

After going over a short entry task, we took a quiz on functions, relations, and graphing today.  We'll get this quiz back on Monday and go over it then before our test next week.

Assignment:  none;  worksheet possible for extra credit

Geometry assignment; 11/8

We wrapped up our study of chapter 4 today with some notes on how angle bisectors and perpendicular bisectors work with triangles.  The questions in the homework today involve drawing some of these figures as well as calculating their measurements.

Assignment:  section 4-7;  #1-12 all,  skip #6

Geometry assignment; 11/7

We began discussing the final section in chapter 4 today.  We went over medians and altitudes today in class, working through a center of gravity activity with triangles.

Assignment:  section 4-6 worksheet  (problems 1 and 2) ;  page 155;  #1-9 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/7

We continued working on graphing functions today.  We went over the characteristics of a parabola, a line, and the absolute value function.  The students then started working on making 9 more graphs from a section 5-3 worksheet.

Assignment:  section 5-3 graphing worksheet  (9 selected problems indicated in class)

Geometry assignment; 11/6

We worked on solving problems today that involve two or more sets of congruent triangles.  We also introduced the idea of proving just key steps in a proof that can led lead to the desired conclusion.

Assignment:  section 4-6;  p. 148-149;  #1-4, 7a

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/6

We worked on graphing functions today in class.  Using a domain that works well with the function, the students then made a table of ordered pairs by using the function to calculate the y-values.  These ordered pairs were then graphed on an x-y axis.

Assignment:  section 5-3 graphing worksheet;  #1-12 all

Geometry assignment; 11/5

After going over homework on overlapping triangles today, we took our Chapter 4 quiz on congruent triangles.  After the quiz, the students got a start on tonight's homework.

Assignment:  Section 4-5;  p. 143-144;  #1-4

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/4

We reviewed our function notation today by going over the homework and working through an entry task.  We then got back our graphing events quiz and went over that together.

The bulk of today was spent reviewing our graphing skills, as we will be using them in the next few days as we graph relations and functions.

The in-class graph was completed and then the students got to work on their homework assignment.

Assignment:  Graphing puzzle with plotting points

Geometry assignment; 11/4

We went over the final proof check quiz from last week and also the triangle congruence homework.  We then worked on section 4-5 together.  The topics today included the last two methods of proving triangles congruent  (AAS and HL) , as well as working with problems involving overlapping triangles.

Our chapter 4 quiz  (sections 4-1 to 4-4) is tomorrow.

Assignment:  Section 4-5;  p. 142;  #1-11 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/4

We worked on evaluating functions today and writing function notation.  The function rules (equations) were used to convert input values (domain values) into output values (range values).  These sets of values result in ordered pairs that will then be graphed in the next few days.

Assignment:  Function notation worksheet  (#1-11 all)

Geometry assignment; 11/1

We went over both our homework and the proof check quiz from the day before.  After answering questions and doing a few more practice problems, the students then took the 3rd and final proof quiz of the week.  After the quiz, they were able to start their homework, which was a congruent triangles worksheet.


Assignment:  Congruent triangles worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 11/1

We went through an entry task on relations and functions before going over our homework over the same topic today.  After this, the students took a quiz on graphing events.  Once the quiz was over, the students could then work on their homework assignment.

Assignment:  functions and relations worksheet #2

Geometry assignment; 10/31

We went over our mini-quiz from yesterday before checking homework and continuing with the lesson.

The lesson today focused on how to use isosceles triangles in proofs and the various reasons that will come up as a result.

At the end of the period we took the second our our short proof quizzes and then started our homework.


Assignment:  Isosceles triangle calculations worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/31

We reviewed the ideas of graphing events again with an entry task and a short question.  We will take a quiz tomorrow on graphing events and interpreting graphs.

The lesson for today centered on using ordered pairs to determine the difference between relations and functions.  We went over some notes together in class and then got started on a homework worksheet.

Assignment:  Function/Relations worksheet   (1st page front and back only)

Remember to study your notes for the graphing events quiz tomorrow.

Geometry assignment; 10/30

We went over our CPCTC proofs homework in class today before taking some notes on isosceles triangles and the shortcuts that are found in working with them.  The students then took a 1-question proof quiz before starting their homework.


Assignment:  Section 4-4;  p. 137  #1-9 all;  note packet problems #1-5

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/30

We continued to go over how to interpret graphs and make graphs for various events.  We went over three examples in class and then the students starting working on their own assignment of drawing and explaining the graphs of two separate events.

Assignment:  Draw and label two separate events on a labeled axes.

Directions appear below.

Relating Graphs to Events Assignment

Your task is to create two graphs of events and draw them.  There will be one graph on each side of the piece of paper you have been given.  For each graph, you need to label the axes, and most likely both of the graphs will involve time.  Here are the requirements for each graph.  You have freedom to choose the event that you would like to graph / describe.

Necessary Items on Graph:

1.  Label the axes on the graph;  one of the graphs needs to be a speed vs. time graph.  The other graph can be some other measurement vs. time.

2.  Each graph need to have at least 7 sections on it.  (changes of direction in the line)

3.  Each section needs to be labeled with a number on the graph

4.  Somewhere on the graph, those numbers need to be explained in words as to what is happening during that section of the graph.

5.  The graph needs to have a title written at the top that indicates the event involved.

6.  The axes need to be neatly written with a ruler.  The axes need to include the entire area of the paper.

7.  The numbers on the graph and the written explanations need to be neatly written so that they can be easily read and understood.  

Geometry assignment; 10/29

We had a practice quiz entry task today with a short triangle congruence proof.  We then went over a few more examples of how to use CPCTC with congruent triangles in order to solve for other things.  We then started our homework in class working with more CPCTC proofs.


Assignment:  CPCTC worksheet  #1-4, 6;    section 4-3  p. 130 #1

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/29

We continued our work with graphing events today and then interpreting the shape of the graph.  The main topic today was how to interpret speed graphs.  After going over some notes, the students then began their homework in class.


Assignment:  Section 5-1 worksheet

Geometry assignment; 10/28

We went over our homework and worked through a sample proof together.

We then introduced the concept of using congruent triangles to solve other types of problems.  We went over a few of these problems together before starting the homework.


Assignment:  Section 4-3;  p. 129  #1, 2, 4, 5        Section 4-3 worksheet;  #1-3

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/28

We introduced the topic of interpreting graphs and graphing events without numbers.  We took some notes and did some practice problems in class before starting on our homework.

The homework involved an in-class worksheet as well as an assignment out of the book.

Assignment:  in-class worksheet  (checked in class);  section 5-1;  p. 254,  #1-10

Geometry assignment; 10/25

We got back our Chapter 3 test today and went over some homework.  After going through a couple of practice proofs together in class, the students were able to start their homework assignment.

Assignment:  Section 4-3 worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/25

We took our chapter 4 test on inequalities and absolute values today.

When the students finished their test, they could work on some extra credit equations to turn in on Monday.

Geometry assignment; 10/24

We introduced the topic of how to prove triangles congruent today.  The three postulates that we used were SSS, SAS, and ASA.

We then did some of the homework problems in class before the end of the period.

Assignment:  section 4-2;  p. 124-126;  #1-17 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/24

After going over our homework, we worked on a review sheet for tomorrow's test on Chapter 4.


Assignment:  Chapter 4 review sheet

Geometry assignment; 10/23

We spent some time reviewing angles today in class with a diagram of parallel lines and several angles that the students had to decipher.  We then introduced the topic of congruence in triangles through some notes and practice problems out of section 4-1.

Assignment:  section 4-1;  p. 120;  #1-14 all, 16

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/23

We went over inequalities that involve absolute value today.  We reviewed how absolute value equations worked, and then show how these are related to the inequalities that we are dealing with now.

Assignment:  section 4-6;  p. 238;  23-34 all;  40-45 all

Geometry assignment; 10/22

We took the chapter 3 test in class today.

No homework assignment given.

We will start with chapter 4 (congruent triangles) tomorrow.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/22

We reviewed the topic of compound inequalities today by going over the "and" statements again in which the graphs overlap.  We then discussed the second portion of compound inequalities in which the graphs go in opposite directions -- the "or" statements.

The students then worked on their homework at the end of the period.

Assignment:  section 4-5;  p. 230,  #21-32

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10-21

We went over our quiz together today before starting on the last portion of chapter 4.  We introduced the topic of compound inequalities today and worked specifically on ones that overlap on the number line.

Assignment:  section 4-5;  p. 230;  #5-14

Geometry assignment; 10-21

We spent time going over homework today and then practicing one final parallel line proof together.  The rest of the period was spent working on a review sheet together.  I've included the answers to the review sheet problems below.  The students only needed to do selected one, but I've included all the answers here for those students who may want to get in extra practice.

The chapter 3 test is tomorrow.

Assignment:  Chapter 3 review sheet


Properties of Parallel Lines    (page 12 of review packet)

1.  If 2 parallel planes are cut by a 3rd plane, the lines of intersection are parallel.
2.  If a transversal line is perpendicular to one of a pair of parallel lines, then it is perpendicular to the other one also.
3.  alternate interior
4.  corresponding
5.  same-side interior
6.  none of these
7.  angles 1 , 13, and 15
8.  angles 2, 4, and 6
9.  angles 1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 15
10.  angles 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16
11.  angle 11 = 55 degrees;  angle 15 = 55 degrees
12.  angle 4 = y;   angle 3 = 180 - y
13.  x = 70;  y = 90
14.  x = 15;  y = 40

Proving Lines Parallel    (page 13 of review packet)

1.  segment GA parallel to segment EC
2.  segment GE parallel to segment AD
3.  segment GB parallel to segment ED
4.  none
5.  segment GB parallel to segment ED
6.  segment GB parallel to segment ED
7.  segment AD parallel to segment GE
8.  segment GB parallel to segment ED
9.  segment GE parallel to segment AD
10.  x = 9;  y = 22
11.  x = 21;  y = 17
12.          1.  given,   2.  def. of angle bisector,  3.  angle 1 is congruent to angle 2;  4.  transitive property
               5.  if alt. int. angles are congruent, then lines are parallel

3-5 Angles of a Polygon    (page 36 on review packet)

9.  50
10.  100
11.  90
12.  100
13.  60, 120
14.  90, 90
15.  120, 60
16.  144, 36
17.  156, 24
18.  6
19.  24
20.  3
21.  3
22.  18
23.  10


Parallel Lines and Planes  (page 16 of review packet)

1.  true
2.  true
3.  false
4.  angles 4, 5, and 8
5.  140 degrees
6.  x = 20
7.  x = 37
8.  if alt. int. angles are congruent, then lines are parallel
9.  if lines are parallel, then same-side interior angles are supplemental
10.  if corresponding angles are congruent, then lines are parallel
11.  x = 155;  y = 25
12.  x = 18;  y = 18
13.  exterior angle = 36;  interior angle = 144
14.  15-sides;  int. angle is 156 degrees
15.  -64,  128

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/18

We went over homework together and did a quick review entry task before taking the quiz on inequalities.  The quiz on inequalities took the rest of the period.  After the quiz, the students got started on their homework.

Assignment:  translating words to inequalities worksheet

Geometry assignment; 10/18

We spent today talking about the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning.  One uses patterns and experiences to make decisions (inductive) and the other is based on known / proven facts and theorems that are then to used to make conclusions (deductive).  We also took a look at number patterns and how they are observed in making inductive conclusions.

Assignment:  section 3-6 worksheet

Geometry assignment; 10/17

We went over the polygon angle calculations homework today in class before beginning a review of parallel line proofs.  We worked in groups to produce several proofs that involved parallel lines after going over a couple together at the beginning of the period.   The proofs were in-class work only, and we'll work on them again some on Monday.

Section 3-6 is tomorrow
Review day is on Monday
Chapter 3 Test will take place on Tuesday of next week;  Oct. 23

Assignment:  section 3-5 worksheet  (picked up in class)

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/17

We went over our check quiz today in class before beginning to work on inequality word problems.  Being able to translate the words into inequalities that we can solve is a skill that we will continue working on over the next several class days.

Assignment:  Inequalities worksheet  #1-10

Geometry assignment; 10/16

We introduced the topic of polygons today and the angle calculations that are involved with them.  We went over both interior and exterior angle sums in polygons, and used these calculations to determine the number of sides involved in each polygon.


Assignment:  Section 3-5;  p. 104;  #1-15 all  (skip 7, 11)

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/16

After going over our entry task and homework, we spent time today working on a partner worksheet dealing with inequalities.  Each person worked on a separate equation, but both equations had the same answer, so the students could check each others' work.  At the end of the period, we took a short check quiz on inequalities to prepare for our quiz on Friday.

Assignment:  inequalities partner worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10-15

After our entry task and going over homework, we introduced the topic of multistep inequalities.  These are very similar to multistep equations that we have worked on before.  The main difference is to remember that the inequality needs to be reversed when dividing or multiplying with negative numbers.


Assignment:  section 4-4;  p. 222;  #1-35 odd;  skip #11

Geometry assignment; 10/15

We finished our notes on angles in triangles today by going over exterior angles and remote interior angles.  We also spent some time writing two column proofs together.

Assignment:  section 3-4;  p. 97;  #1-17 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/14

We went over the topic of solving inequalities by using either multiplication or division.  If negative numbers are used, then the inequality needs to be flipped in order to make the statement true.


Assignment:  Section 4-3;  p. 215;  #1-28 all

Geometry assignment; 10/14

We went over our quiz from last week in class today before starting the notes on triangles today.  We introduced various relationships about the angles in triangles and how triangles are classified.

Assignment:  Self test 1;  p. 89;  #1-16 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/10

We continued working on inequalities and their graphs today.  We went over how to do one-step inequalities, as well as graphing the answers when they involve whole numbers, decimals, and fractions.

We took a concept check quiz  (3 questions) at the end of the period on absolute value equations.

Homework:  section 4-2;  p. 208-209,  #1-25 all

Geometry assignment; 10/10

We spent time in class today going over a parallel line proof to start with to help review for the quiz.  We then went over our section 3-3 homework.  The rest of the time spent in class was dedicated to completing our chapter 3 quiz.

There was an extra credit logic puzzle that was available after the quiz that is due on Monday if you would like to get the extra credit.

No homework over the weekend.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/9

We went over solving absolute value equations again both on the entry task and with the homework.  We then introduced the concept of inequalities  (greater than or less than).

We reviewed how to use the number line to graph inequalities and to test numbers to see if they are solutions.

Assignment:  Section 4-1;  page 202-203;  #2-14 even, 15-32 all

Geometry assignment; 10/9

We continued working on proving lines parallel today, going over a couple of different diagrams and identifying angles in them.  We also worked on a practice proof together.  About half the time was spent with angle calculation problems and using the numbers to prove that lines are parallel.

Here is the assignment for today:    Section 3-3;  p. 187, #1-17 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/8

We continued practicing with absolute value equations today, working on solving multi-step ones.  The key is to treat the absolute value symbol like a variable and get it by itself.  Once that is done, then two equations need to be written that can then be solved.

Assignment:  Absolute value equations WS #2   ;  #9-28 all

Geometry assignment; 10/8

We worked on proving lines parallel today, the converse of what we have been working on the past couple of days.  We also took a practice quiz together in partners today, as we will be having a quiz on Thursday in class.   We then started our homework, which is an angle pair identification worksheet.


Assignment:  angle pairs worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/7

We spent time in class today introducing our new unit:  absolute value equations and inequalities.

We worked on absolute value equations today and the steps involved in coming up with 2 different answers.  We also talked about set notation (brackets) in which the answers are written down in a different form.


assignment:  absolute value worksheet;  one side #1-12;  second side #1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 15, 2

Geometry assignment; Oct. 7

We spent more time going over parallel lines and their angle pairs today.  We introduced calculations to the problems, as well as working with some elementary proofs involving parallel lines.

Assignment:  section 3-2;  page 80-81, written exercises  #1-14 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/3

We reviewed ratios and proportions today with an entry task and going over homework.  We then covered our final topic before the unit test tomorrow by talking about how proportions can be used to solve problems involving percents.  We spent time in class practicing the percent problems and checking our work before getting a review sheet with answers as homework.

Assignment:  percent problem worksheet in class;  review sheet with answers as homework


Test tomorrow on chapter 3:  Solving Equations

Geometry assignment; 10/3

Today we took the chapter 2 test in class.  No assignment was given.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/2

We continued working on ratio and proportion problems today in class, setting up the ratios and solving for the unknowns.  We started a worksheet together in class that the students got some time to work on before the end of the period.

Assignment:  Finding Ratios worksheet;  side 1   #1-10 all;   side 2  #1-10 all


Test on Equations will be this Friday

Geometry assignment; 10/2

We spent time in class today reviewing for the test tomorrow.  Part of the review packet we did in class and corrected at the end of the period.  The other portion of the review guide is homework.  The answers appear below to that review guide.  We won't go over the review guide tomorrow in class, so it would be a good idea to read through the study guide and check your answers before coming tomorrow.

Test on Chapter 2 is tomorrow.

Chapter 2 Review Guide answers

Deductive Reasoning

11.        a.  they are right angles                                                                b.  vertical angles are supplementary

c.  If vertical angles are supplementary, then they are right angles

22.       90 degrees

33.      22 degrees

44.      53 degrees

55.      mÐDFE

66.       angle bisector theorem

77      Midpoint theorem

88.       Multiplication property of equality

99.       If 2 lines form congruent adjacent angles, then the lines are perpendicular

110.   If the exterior sides of 2 adjacent acute angles are perpendicular, then the angles are complementary

111.   Proof steps

1.       Given

2.       Vertical angles are congruent

3.       Transitive property

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 10/1

We spent time today talking about ratio and proportion problems, especially as they relate to word problems.  We used some color coding to set up and solve different proportions as the students worked on their word problem worksheet.

Assignment:  Proportions worksheet;  2-24 evens

Geometry Assignment; 10/1

We spent more time today in class going over sample proofs that dealt with vertical, complementary, and supplemental angles.  A review list of word definitions and theorems/postulates was also introduced as a possible study tool.  We will be working through a review packet tomorrow as we prepare for the chapter 2 test on Thursday.


Assignment:  section 2-6;  p. 63;  #1-15 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/30

We went over our quiz today and then spent some time working on ratio and proportion problems.  These will be followed up with some word problems tomorrow.  We then got started on our assignment.

The equations test will take place on Friday of this week.

Section 3-4;  p. 145-146;  #1-6 all, 16-31 all

Geometry assignment; 9/30

We went over our conditionals quiz from last week and reviewed angle calculations by going over homework.  We then spent some time talking about perpendicular lines and some elementary proofs that can be worked out using the definition of perpendicular.

Assignment:  section 2-5;  p. 58-59;  #1-17 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/27

We went over our homework on clearing decimals in equations before then taking our second equations quiz.  There is no homework for the weekend.

Geometry assignment; 9/27

We spent some time working on angle calculations involving complementary, supplementary, and vertical angles today.  The students then had some time to finish up their proof packets or complete their homework before the end of class.

Assignment:  p. 52-53;  #13-21 all,  24-30 even   (these are the classroom exercises)

Geometry assignment; 9/26

We continued our work with the tools of writing proofs today, going over what vertical angles are and how they are always congruent in geometry.  We also spent some time going over a couple more practice proofs together before working on the proof packet that is due tomorrow.


Assignment:  finish proof packet to turn in tomorrow

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/26

We continued working with decimal equations today, getting further practice of clearing equations with decimals and also working through the normal progression of solving equations just using numbers with decimals.

Assignment:  clearing equations with decimals worksheet;  #2-30 even

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/24

We continued working on clearing fractions today by going over an entry task and our homework together.  The bulk of the class time was spent in a partner activity doing equations together and then checking the results.  This was due before the end of the period.  The homework was then started, which was 8 more problems on a worksheet that dealt with clearing fractions from equations.


Assignment:  Clearing fractions in equations worksheet #2

Geometry assignment; 9/24

We spent some time reviewing conditionals during our entry task today before going over homework.  We continued working through the process of identifying reasons for geometric proofs in class today by showing the proof for two theorems.  The students then spent some time working on a proof packet that will be due on Friday.


Assignment:  begin proof packet

Quiz tomorrow in class on algebraic proofs and conditional statements

Geometry assignment; 9/23

We began the process of talking about geometric proofs today by going over 4 of them together in class.  We will be taking a look at several geometric proofs in the days to come this week as we move toward the end of chapter 2.

We will be having a quiz on Wednesday, Sept. 25 on algebraic proofs and conditional statements.


Assignment:  section 2-2;  p. 40  #1-10;  p. 41-42 #7-10

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/23

We went over our quiz and turned in some homework today.  We also started working on how to clear fractions from equations.  We will be working on this for a couple of days.


Assignment:  clearing fractions worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/20

We spent time reviewing two-step equations and equations with variables on both sides today before taking our first quiz on equations.

After the quiz, the students began to work on their homework, which is a worksheet on solving equations with variables on two sides.


Assignment:  Equation worksheet #4   (variables on both sides of the equation)

Geometry assignment; 9/20

We spent some time in class going over the homework on the various types of conditional statements.  We will have a short quiz on these types of statements at the beginning of next week  (Tuesday).

We also started the process of teaching about proofs by going through algebraic proofs.

Assignment:  section 2-2;  p. 41;  #1-6

Geometry assignment; 9/19

We continued our discussion of conditional statements today, demonstrating what a biconditional statement is and then talked about the negation of conditional statements.  We discussed the terms inverse and contrapositive before getting started on our assignment---practice writing conditionals.  

We also got back and went over our first test.


assignment:  types of conditionals worksheet

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/19

Our work in class today consisted of going over equations that involve variables on both sides.  Moving the smaller variable first and then clearing any parentheses that are in the equation were topics that we discussed and practiced in class.

assignment:  variables on both sides worksheet;  #1-18 all


Equations quiz tomorrow

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/18

The topic for today in working with equations was solving 2-step equations.  Using the skills of cross multiplying, applying the correct inverses, and using the distributive property are the things we worked on today.

We will have an equations quiz on Friday after going over more multi-step equations tomorrow in class.

Assignment:  2-step equations worksheet;  #1-24 all

Geometry Assignment; 9/18

We continued our discussion of logic and reasoning today, taking some notes on various terms:  conditionals, if-then statements, counterexamples, and converses.  We looked at several different examples before beginning the homework.

Assignment:  Section 2-1;  #1-22 all

Geometry assignment; 9/17

We began our second chapter today by introducing the topic of deductive reasoning.  We took a look at a courtroom video clip, talked about how we logically reason through decisions, and then worked on some logic puzzles together in class.

Assignment:  finish the packet of logic puzzles

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/17

The students took an online assessment test today called the SMI.  This replaces the MAP test.  Once the student were done, they started working on their assignment in class.

Section 3-1;  p. 122;  #1-20 all

Geometry assignment: 9/16

The students took the chapter 1 test today in class

Assignment:  none

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/16

We began chapter 2 today by taking a look at 1-step equations.  This chapter will slowly build up to working with multi-step equations in a variety of ways.

Assignment:  1-step equations worksheet  #1-30 all

Geometry Review Guide Answers 9/15

Geometry Chapter 1 Review Guide answers

Distance and Midpoint Review Problems

11.        See formula in notes

22.       square root of 130

33.       See formula in notes

44.       (-7.5 , 4.5)

55.          a.    square root of 109         b.   (2 , 3.5)                         c.  (-13, 8)

Segment and Angle Calculation Problems

2.    equations I used:  AB = 4x + 9;  BC = 5x + 2;  AC = 56

                X = 9 ;  AB = 45;  BC = 47

3.  equations I used:  AB = 2(x + 1);  BC = 3x + 1;  AC = 4(x + 2)

                X = 5;  AB = 12;  BC = 16;  AC = 28

4.  equations I used:  AT = 3x + 1;  TL = 15;  AL = 7x + 1

                X = 15 divided by 4   or   (3.75) ;  AT =  12.25;  TL = 15

12.  mÐTPS = 37^o ;  mÐRPS = 74^o

13.  mÐRPT = 48^o ;  mÐRPS = 96^o

14.  mÐRPS = 37.5^o ;  mÐTPS = 37.5^o

15.  equations I used:  5x -17  ;  3x – 14    ;    x = 3 divided by 2  (or 1.5)

16.  equations I used:   3x + 36  ;  9x – 14   ;   x = 25 divided by 3   (or 8.33)  

17.  equations I used:  ½ x + 24 ;   3x – 46  ;   x = 28

Practice Questions on Definitions and Postulates

11.        ÐTQR

22.       Ray TP

33.       ÐTQR

44.       Ray QT and ray QR

55.       ÐPTQ and ÐQTS

66.       Point R

77.       Point P

88.       Point Q

99.       True

110.   False

111.   True

112.   True

113.   False

114.   True

115.   True

116.   Sometimes

117.   Always

118.   Always

119.   Never

220.   Always

Geometry assignment; 9/13

We went through our final practice exercises for the upcoming test on Monday, 9/16.  The bulk of the day was spent working on completing the model building and drawing exercise we started yesterday.  The models needed to be completed in class today, but the questions on the back of the worksheet can be answered and turned in on Monday.

I gave out a review sheet for the first chapter.  The student can use this to help them study for the test on Monday.  They will turn it in on Monday before taking the test.  We won't go over the review guide in class on Monday, so I will post the answers to the questions on Sunday afternoon for the students to check their answers.

Assignment:  finish and correct review guide

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/13

We took our unit 1 test in class today.  The intial part involved a mental math exercise using addition and subtraction.  The rest of the test involved calculator use.

We will start our second unit on Monday.

Geometry assignment; 9/12

We spent time in class today going through a few 3-D modeling exercises to aid in understanding the postulates for points, lines, and planes.  The students then began work on a model building activity that also involves drawing specific figures.  We will finish this activity up tomorrow in class.

Homework:  Section 1-5;  p. 29;  #1-12


Chapter 1 review sheet will be handed out tomorrow.  Chapter 1 test will be Monday, Sept. 16.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/12

We spent time in class today reviewing various mental math skills as well as reviewing for the test tomorrow.  The review sheet that the students worked on class is a mirror of the test that will take place tomorrow.  We went over part of the review sheet in class as the students worked on it together.  The rest of the review sheet they have as homework.

The students will be able to use their number property cards for reference on the test tomorrow.

Assignment:  Finish review sheet


Unit 1 test tomorrow in class.

Geometry assignment; 9/11

We spent time in class today reviewing some angle calculation problems and going over homework.  We also took some time to introduce the additional postulates about points lines and planes that are found in the first chapter.  The students spent time drawing out the postulates and reviewing their drawing and symbol writing skills.

Sect. 1-5;  p. 25;  #3-11 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9-11

We spent time reviewing the properties of real numbers today through an exercise of making and using flash cards.  We also reviewed some more mental math facts in preparation for our upcoming test.

The assignment is a worksheet on section 2-5;  #1-23 all

Test review will be worked on and corrected tomorrow.

Unit 1 Test will be on Friday.

Geometry assignment; 9/10

We spent time in class today working through the angle addition postulate and more of the calculations that are involved in working with angles.  The students have an assignment out of the book as well as a review worksheet that they started in class.

Assignment:  section 1-4;  p. 22,  #29-34 all ;  midpoint and distance formula worksheet



Upcoming events:   We will be wrapping up the first chapter on Friday of this week with a review.  That means that the chapter 1 test will be taking place on Monday, Sept. 16.

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/10

We spent time in class today continuing to review mental math skills with a couple of different activities.  The lesson for today focused on how to use the distributive property in working with both number values and variables.

Here is the assignment:  section 2-4;  p. 82-83;  #2-60 even


Upcoming events:   We will be reviewing in class with a review sheet on Thursday for our first unit.  The first unit test will then take place on Friday of this week.   Look for the review sheet on Thursday night to study from.

Geometry assignment; 9/9/2013

We went over our quiz today and then began taking some notes on angle notation and drawings.  We will continue with this tomorrow.

Section 1-4;  p. 20;  classroom exercises  #2-38 even

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/9/2013

We practiced working on mental math skills in class today with a few beat you to the top activities and some multiplication tables.  We then took some notes out of section 2-3:  multiplying and dividing rational numbers  (working with fractions)

Here is the homework assignment:  section 2-3;  p. 73-74;  #32-60 all

Geometry assignment; 9/6

The students took a chapter 1 quiz today in class on geometric figures, symbols, and the use of the distance and midpoint formulas.

No homework for the weekend!

Have a good one!

Algebra 10-12 assignment 9/6

We spent some time going over our quiz today in class as well as working on a variety of mental math activities that will build up our knowledge base for the more complex math that lies ahead.


assignment:  section 2-3;  p. 73-74;  #2-30 even

Geometry assignment; 9/5

We spent time going over the distance formula calculations in class, as well as doing more drawing practice and working with equations that involve combining algebra and geometry.

We also introduced the topic of the midpoint formula and showed how this formula can also be used to combine geometry with what we already know about algebra.

Here is the assignment:  Section 13-5;  p. 545-546;  #1-12 all


Quiz tomorrow on Symbols and Drawings, Midpoint and Distance formulas

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 9/5

We continued on with our review of rational numbers today.  We are working on the skill of subtracting rational numbers, keeping in mind working with both the signs and various fractions to make sure the informaiton is correct.

We also took our first quiz in class today:  order of operations and working with word equations and variables.

Here is the assignment for tonight:   Section 2-2;  p. 66-67;  #1-44 even

Geometry assignmnet; 9/4

Today we skipped ahead in the book somewhat to touch briefly on the distance formula.  We will use this later on in the year, but this helps us make the connection between algebra and geometry fairly early on.

Here is the assignment:   section 13-1 in the book;  page 526;   #1-16 all

assignment for Geometry; 9/3

We spent some more time in class going over the symbols and definitions involved in geometry.  Rays, segmments, and opposite rays were the topics today.  We also spent some time working with the beginnings of our use of postulates today.

Here is the assignment:  Section 1-3;  #1-36 even,  37-40 all

Assignment for Algebra 10-12; 9/4

Today was spent working on a review of adding rational numbers, especially using both positive and negative numbers.  A brief review of adding fractions and using common denominators was also worked through.

Here is the assignment.  Section 2-1;  p. 59-60;  #1-35 all

Don't forget the quiz tomorrow on order of operations and working to solve equations with variables.

Algebra 10-12 assignment 9/3

We spent some time in class today going over the way to classify numbers into their various categories.  Natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and irrational numbers are the different categories we took a look at.  We also went over the process for comparing rational numbers.  The best way is to use a number line and then convert everything to a decimal.

here is the assignment:  Section 1-3;  p. 20-21, #2-56 even

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 8/30

We spent time in class talking about exponents and order of operations today.  Reviewing PEMDAS and making sure we know what to do with exponents is what we went over.

Assignment:  section 1-2;  #1-12 all, 16-48 even

Geometry assignment ; 8/30

We spent time in class today practicing using the language of Geometry more and more.  The homework is more of the same type of practice.

Points, Lines, and Planes worksheet;  (do both sides)
#1-10 all;  1-6 all

Algebra 10-12 assignment; 8/29

section 1-1 exercises;  #1-16 all, 18-38 even

Geometry assignment; 8/29

section 1-2 in book;  written exercises  #1-20 all, 21, 22, 25

Alg. 10-12 assignment; 8/28

Syllabus needs to be read, signed, and returned

Equation Review worksheet;  #1-30 evens

Geometry Assignment; 8/28

Syllabus needs to be read, signed, and returned

Algebra equations review worksheet  #1-20 all

Algebra 10-12 Syllabus

Algebra  10-12 Course Syllabus

Mr. Landers                                                                         toby.landers@rsd.edu  Room 2602                                                                            967-6500

Course Description:

Algebra 10-12 is year-long entry-level math course that students can receive high school credit for.  The prerequisite for this course is that a student has already made an unsuccessful attempt to pass algebra 1.  The class covers Algebra standards set by the state and district.  At the end of the course, the students will be able to take an end of course (EOC) Algebra exam that can fulfill a graduation requirement for the Richland School District.

Course Overview:

ü  Introduction to Algebra

ü  Integers and Rational Numbers

ü  Equations

ü  Inequalities

ü  Exponents and Polynomials

ü  Polynomials and Factoring

ü  Graphs and Linear Equations

ü  Systems of Equations

ü  Inequalities and Absolute Value

ü  Rational Expressions and Equations

ü  Radical Expressions and Equations

ü  Relations and Functions

ü  Quadratic Equations

ü  End of Course Review

Course Goals and Mastery Levels:

ü  Students will achieve mastery (80%) of the above concepts and pass the class

ü  Students will achieve a passing score on the EOC exam.

ü  Students will be prepared to successfully go on into Geometry

Course Materials  (to bring to class every day)

ü  A notebook and paper, including graph paper  (3-ring binder with sectional dividers)

ü  Ruler, pencils, and erasers; 

ALL TESTS AND QUIZZES NEED TO BE IN PENCIL

ü  If tests and quizzes are done in pen, however, there will be a 5% deduction.

ü  Scientific calculator, compass, textbook and protractor.

In-Class Expectations

ü  Eating and drinking is not allowed in class, unless the liquid is water.  I do allow gum in class, provided it is not seen or heard.

ü  Electronic device policy:  If I see it or hear it, I collect it and you get it back at the end of class. 

ü  Phones are not to be used as calculators in this class.  If you need a calculator, you can borrow one.

ü  All tardies are recorded and handled by the office.  Be in your seat when the bell rings.

ü  Keep the language positive in your conversations with and about others.  No swearing please.

ü  The desks are clean.  Please keep them that way by not writing on them. 

ü  Respect others by listening well and responding appropriately when they are done speaking.

ü  During group or partner work, work and share the responsibility with who you are working.

ü  If you’ve got a question or comment, please raise your hand and wait to be acknowledged.

ü  Use your class time well.  Use the class-time that I give you to get started on your homework.

Grade Calculation:

Tests: Tests are worth 50% of the grade.  There will be a test given at the end of each chapter and at the end of each semester.  The semester test will be worth the equivalent of two regular test scores.  Any student absent from class is expected to make-up the test upon returning.  It is the responsibility of the student to arrange a make-up time with the teacher. 

Quizzes:  Quizzes are worth 35% of the grade.  Quizzes will be given on a regular basis throughout each chapter.  Any student absent on the day of the quiz is expected to make-up the quiz upon returning.  It is the student’s responsibility to arrange a make-up time with the teacher.            

Homework: Homework is worth 15% of the grade.  You will grade your own paper in class before turning it in.  Papers turned in with no name will receive no credit for that day’s homework.  Homework assignments turned in 1-day late will receive a 50% deduction.  Assignments turned in more than 1-day late will not be accepted.

Grading Scale

93-100  à  A              83-86   à  B               73-76   à  C                           60-66  à  D

90-92    à  A-             80-82   à  B-              70-72   à  C-                            0-59  à  F

87-89    à  B+            77-79   à  C+             67-69   à  D+                        

Retesting Policy

A student can ask to retake one test per semester if they so desire.  Before a test can be retaken, a student will need to fill out a test correction form and submit it to the teacher.  The highest score that can be earned on a retest is 85%, and the grade on the retest is the one that will be recorded.  It is the student’s responsibility to ask for and arrange a time to retake the test with the teacher. 

Absences

è If you are absent, you have that number of days plus one to make up your work.  If you are gone 1 day, you have 2 days to get the make-up work turned in.  If you are absent 5 days, you will have 6 days to get the make-up work turned in.

è Students are required to get work ahead of time for planned absences.  Long- term assignments due during a planned absence must be turned in prior to leaving.  This includes all school activities and sports.  Failure to comply will result in a late assignment.

è If there are extenuating circumstances, please communicate these with me as they come up.

Online Communication

I post a blog on a regular basis of the ongoing assignments for this class.  It is listed under the geometry heading on the blog.  This information is also communicated in the classroom. 

Blog site address:                    LandersmathHHS.blogspot.com

Regular (almost daily) homework is a part of this class, so keeping up with the assignments and knowing the schedule is a key part of success in Algebra 10-12.   

           

Algebra 10-12 Course Syllabus

2013-2014

Top Five Keys to Success:

 

#1 :  Be prepared with materials and homework each day you come to class.

#2 :  Participate in all activities….in order to learn math one must “do” math.

#3 :  Listen well and take good notes.  You get credit for doing this.

#4 :  Use your class work time well.  Get a great start on your homework each day!

#5 :  Be respectful of each member of our class (their opinions, efforts, and equipment)

Final Note:

I am looking forward to having you in class.  If you or your parent/guardian have any questions for me, please feel free to contact me using the contact information above.

Please sign the lines below indicating you have read and understand the above requirements and expectations of Mr. Landers’ Algebra 10-12 class. After reading the syllabus (student and parent), please detach this second signature sheet and return it to me in class.  This is the first assignment of the year.  I will check to see that this has been signed. 

_______________________________          _____________________________________               student signature                                                parent/guardian signature                                 

This syllabus is also posted on the website for the class assignments. 

è LandersmathHHS.blogspot.com

If you would like a copy emailed to you, just contact me via email and I will be glad to send you a one.

è toby.landers@rsd.edu