High School Algebra 1-2

Teacher: Mrs. Katy Caá rdenas

Tutoring Times: 7:45-8:30 & 3:15-4 W/Th
E-mail: kcardenas@aznsa.com
Classroom: 2A
Phone: 480-481-9235 msg or 480-252-5414 cell
Website:
Remind App Code:
Required Supplies:
 2 Composition book (one for each semester)
 Pencils or pens
 Pocket folder
 Highlighters
 Scientific Calculator (TI-30)

Course Objectives:
In Algebra 1-2, students will:
 Review and apply math reasoning and algebraic skills from previous courses and
apply their knowledge to more advanced and specific math tasks.
 Meet grade level and state performance requirements.
 Learn and apply skills using function notation and develop concepts of domain and
range.
 Use linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, including sequences, absolute value,
step and piecewise-defined functions; interpreting functions given graphically,
numerically, symbolically, and verbally;
 Translates between representations; and understands the limitations of various
representations.
 Build on and extend their understanding of integer exponents to consider
exponential functions.
 Compare the key characteristics of quadratic functions to those of linear and
exponential functions.
 Identify the real solutions of those functions.
 Demonstrate function development to analyze and interpret intercepts, vertices,
extreme, and limitations on domain and range of quadratic functions.
 Use techniques to find and interpret the parameters and determine how they relate
and differ in the various models.
 Use multiple strategies for solving quadratics.
 Demonstrate collaborative discussion/listening skills in a variety of settings, both
formal and informal in the classroom to reinforce skills set.
 Students will extend speaking and listening skills to include paraphrasing, math
terms and language.
Course Guidelines:
In the interest of developing a positive learning environment that will facilitate the BEST
possible education for you and your peers, all students are expected to be TRUSTWORTHY, to
be COMMITTED, and to RESPECT the rights of all individuals in the room and its guidelines.

Course Evaluation:
Daily Class work
 Students must be responsible for bringing their materials to every class.
 Bell work and exit ticket work must be completed.
 Students will record and organize course notes, homework, in-class assignments,
handouts, and activities organized throughout the semester.
 All students will use a composition notebook and pocket folder to organize all
course materials.
 Students will demonstrate collaborative discussion/listening skills in a variety of
settings, both formal and informal.
 Students will extend speaking and listening skills to include paraphrasing,
summarizing, and directly citing information from a variety of sources.
Homework
Homework will be assigned after every class to reinforce and practice learned skills.
Homework is not an option and those not completing it will remain in class after
dismissal to complete the work and/or get additional help.
Students are expected and it is presumed to have read the NSAA Student Handbook
and agrees to follow the school rules and expectations both parents and students
signed in agreement. This will count as a 10 point homework assignment and is due
by Wednesday, August 14.
Remind
We will be using the Remind App for text messages in this class. Both parents and
students will receive reminders for homework, assignment due dates, and tests or
quizzes. The remind App will replace the weekly email reminders that we have used in
prior years.
Attendance and Absences
Students are expected to be in class and on time every day. All students must be
seated in the classroom and prepared to learn when class begins. Each tardy or
unexcused absence will result in missing points for the daily assignments recorded
in the grade book that day. Students may get daily handouts and notes in the class
folders and on the class website.
NSAA Non-Discrimination Policy
NSAA provides an academic and social environment that is free from discrimination
and orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law. NSAA seeks
to promote a safe environment in which community members are free to express
themselves without fear of recrimination.
Students with Accommodations and/or Modifications
To ensure and support the intellectual and artistic richness in our education
community, NSAA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive learning
 environment by providing equal access to students with disabilities.
Accommodations pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and
modifications to support students who meet the requirements for Exceptional
Student Services will be honored as directed by federal and state law.
Bathroom Procedures
Bathroom Passes will be based upon a one student at a time sign out policy, cell
phones are not permitted to be taken until the end of class.
Due Dates
All assignments are due in class at the beginning of the class period unless the
student is submitting the assignment by email transmission. All email submissions
are due on the due date at the end of the day by 3:15 p.m. Technical difficulties will
not constitute an excuse for late work. For all other students, extensions must be
requested via Remind 48 hours prior to the due date.
Unit Tests and Quizzes
Unit tests will be in multiple choice, matching and written short answers. These will
be completed in class and all students will have a one time opportunity to re-take an
exam or quiz if they earned less than 70%. Students who miss an exam due to an
excused absence must take the exam within one week after they return. It is the
student’s responsibility to make arrangements to take the exam during the
teacher’s office hours.
Semester Exams
All students are expected to do their best with integrity on all district, course and
state exams. A cumulative final exam will be given at the end of the first semester in
December and at the end of the second semester in May. This exam will count as
twenty percent of the semester grade.
Grading
Class work – 30%
Unit Tests 40%
Homework -30%
It is the students’ responsibility to contact me to make up missed points for absences
or tardies.
Semester
Each quarter grade counts as 40% and the final is 20%.
Grading Scale
90-100% A
80-89% B
70-79% C
Below 70 non-mastery/below grade level and will require students to attend
intervention instruction.
 Social Contract
The undersigned states that he/she has read and understands the syllabus and
classroom policies as well as the NSAA Student Handbook and parent/student
compact and agrees to abide by the rules and policies set forth in these documents.

________________________________ ____________________________
Student Name Student Signature

Parents must also sign the bottom of this page attesting that they have read and understood
the policies and expectations of this course and agree to uphold the policies and
expectation. Parents are also giving permission on viewing of video assignments.

_________________________________ ______________________________
Parent Name (Printed) Parent Signature

NSAA Cell Phone Policy

All cell phones will be collected in a phone caddy or cell phone center at the beginning of
each class. Students will have full access to their phones before and after school, at lunch,
and during class passing periods. Phones will NOT be accessible during bathroom breaks.
Limited cell phone usage in class will be allowed per teacher discretion for instructional
purposes. Teachers and administrators will have complete discretion to deal with cell
phone “emergencies” on a case by case basis.

Please initial below to indicate your understanding of this policy.

___________________________ ______________________________
Student Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

The signed Social Contract and Cell Phone Policy is a graded assignment and is due on
or before August 12th!