Mr. LindamerMr. Lindamer

Course Intro: Algebra 2/Trig

Email: Lindamer@Lew-Port.com

754-8281 ext 2318

Three - ring binder Textbook

Several Folders Pen or pencil

Loose leaf paper Graph paper

Graphing calculator Straight edge

Grading PolicyGrading Policy

• Tests (400 – 500 pts): You will take 3 – 4 unit tests and a CFA (10 week test) each quarter

• Quizzes (≈ 200pts): You will take 1 quiz each week worth 20-50pts

• HW (100 pts): HW will be checked or graded using a 4 point system

HomeworkHomework

• Homework will be assigned almost every day

• Keep all HW assignments in your unit folder to use for studying

• All assignments must have a heading

• HW provides the opportunity to independently practice material that will be on tests and quizzes

• Be sure to ask questions on the HW and get help when you need it. Use your notes and text book to help

HW gradingHW grading

• HW that is checked in will be recorded using a 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 system 4: complete, neat, all work shown,

demonstrates understanding 3: complete, neat, all work shown, but does

not demonstrate understanding or nearly complete and demonstrates understanding

2: at least 50% complete and/or correct 1: incomplete or no work shown 0: shows very little effort

• HW that is graded will be out of 10 to 20 points (graded like tests or quizzes)

• No late HW will be accepted for full credit. HW can be made up with me during HW Recovery or in HW Hall

Missed HW, Quizzes, TestsMissed HW, Quizzes, Tests

No matter of the reason, you still must make up the work within 2 days

•THIS INCLUDES making up TESTS & Quizzes

•It is your responsibility to find out what you missed and get it made up in a timely manner

•Field trips are not an excuse…get the work in advance or that same day

Extra HelpExtra Help

• “Asking for help does not mean that we are weak or incompetent. It usually indicates an advanced level of honesty and intelligence”

• Wednesday and Thursday AFTER SCHOOL 2:45 – 3:15

• Help is available in AAC and ASAP program

Classroom ExpectationsClassroom Expectations

• No cell phones

• Be on time

• Be prepared

• Treat others as you want to be treated

• Be an active learner

• Don’t make food and drinks an issue

A2/Trig TopicsA2/Trig Topics

• Relations and Functions• Trigonometric graphs• Exponentional Functions• Statistics, Sequences and

Series• Probability• Logarithmic functions• Complex numbers• Operations with

polynomials• Absolute value functions

• Rational Expressions• Quadratic Functions• Trig Applications• Trig Equations• Transformations of

Functions• Trigonometry Functions• Problem Solving• Circles• Radical expressions and

equations

Closing CommentsClosing Comments

• Math is not a spectator sport: you learn by doing

• This means participate in class activities and doing your homework

• If you do this everyday, you will be prepared for tests and quizzes

WebsiteWebsite

• An electronic version of our textbook can be found under the Algebra 2 Trig resources link.

• I will try to post HW on a daily basis.

• Check with a reliable classmate for accurate daily assignments