Math 1 2014-2015

Instructor Contact Information for Austin Marl

Phone/Voicemail: (503) 852-2129 Email Address: marla@ycschools.org
Teacher Website: mrmarl.weebly.com

Course Goals:
This class is designed around the Common Core State Standards for Algebra 1/Geometry
Understanding concepts of congruence
Understanding concepts of similarity, right triangles, and trigonometry
Understanding concepts of circles
Understanding concepts of equations in geometry
Understanding concepts of geometric measurement and dimension
Understanding concepts of geometric modeling
Using mathematical practices to solve problems


Classroom Expectations:
Participation
Listen attentively
Ask Questions
Complete the required
assignments
Respectfulness
Give yourself grace to make
mistakes
Understand that your classmates
in a process of learning too
Actively listen to instructions
Keep inappropriate technology
put away
Grading:
Assessments 70%
Quizzes 20%
Participation 10%

Practice for Proficiency:
Daily Assignments
In-class work

Opportunities to Prove Proficiency:
Quizzes
Assessments
Tests
Projects
Other

Integrity Policy:
All work submitted should be done by the student. Plagiarism will absolutely not be tolerated in any form
including copying another students homework. Remember that collaboration is different from copying.
The consequence for cheating or copying another students work is (at minimum) the opportunity to do
the work again honestly.

Arranged Absences:
If you are unable to attend class and know ahead of time, please check in with me. If you arrive late to
class, please take your seat and try to avoid disrupting the class. I will get you up to speed as soon as
possible. Notes and assignments are posted at mrmarl.weebly.com for your convenience.


Grading Policies and Procedures:
Grading is based on student understanding of learning targets derived from the Common Core State
Standards for Algebra 1 and Geometry. Students must demonstrate proficiency through assessments,
which may include tests and projects. However, students have flexibility and may choose to show
proficiency in another way that must be approved by me and completed by the day of the assessment.
Students will be graded on a 1 to 5 scale of proficiency shown below:

Blank/Beginning Basic Proficiency Nearly Proficient Proficient Mastery
1 2 3 4 5

To pass the course, students must receive an average of proficient on all learning targets.
A 90%-100%
B 80%-89.99%
C 70%-79.99%
F 69.99% or below

*No extra credit will be assigned in this course.
**Students may retake an assessment as many times as they need prior to the next assessment.
***Students will also have two weeks prior to the semester final to prove proficiency on any learning
target from that semester.

If you have any further questions about grading procedures or policies, please feel free to email me.

Materials Needed:
Every day upon entering the classroom, materials required for that day will be posted. Each student,
however, should always bring to class a pencil, paper, and a scientific or graphing calculator (not a
cell phone calculator). Please see me if you are unable to acquire these items.

State Changes To Testing:
Due to the institution of Common Core State Standards, the former OAKS test has been replaced by
Smarter Balanced testing. What this means for you, the student, is that we will be transitioning from
multiple-choice recall questions to questions that are designed to test your ability to solve problems and
investigate real world situations.

In light of this, the format of this class will be tailored to this transition. Writing, investigative
approaches, and project-based assessments will be embedded into the coursework. Please be assured that
I will do my best to prepare you for the changes this year.






Dear Students,
I am here for you. I chose this profession because I love guiding students through the learning
process and I have a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. I will work to support you in the best
ways possible. This class will not be easy, but I want to assure you that I will provide you with all of the
tools and skills necessary to pass this course proficient in all learning targets and prepared for continued
education in mathematics. If you have any questions, please feel free to talk to me or send me an email at
marla@ycschools.org . I am looking forward to getting to know you over the course of the year.

Blessings to you always,
Mr. Marl

By signing this, you agree to have read the syllabus attached.

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Student Name Student Signature Date






Dear Parents or Guardians,
I am honored for the opportunity to serve your student this year. My name is Austin Marl. I
graduated from George Fox University with a degree in Mathematics and a Master of Arts in Teaching
diploma. I will make myself as available as possible for both you and your student to reach me. Though
my phone number is attached with the syllabus, the best way to contact me is through email,
marla@ycschools.org . Information about homework as well as a unit schedule will be available at
mrmarl.weebly.com . Feel free to ask questions and know that my sole purpose is to support your student
and the community of Yamhill Carlton High School in the best way possible.

Blessings to you always,
Austin Marl

By signing this, you agree to have read the syllabus attached.

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Parent/Guardian Name Parent/Guardian Signature Date