Dear Parent/Guardian:

Attached to this letter is a syllabus of information about your students Algebra 1 class. Please take a few
minutes to read what we have already discussed in class. The Algebra 1 class has a challenging curriculum that
will be taught to high standards. Therefore, please invest in your childs success by checking their progress
early and often to be sure your child is completing the out-of-class assignments, in-class assignments, and
studying for quizzes and tests. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me via e-mail, by
phone, or text. Information regarding this class will be posted on the class Edmodo page.

I believe that parents are a major element to a students success and that together as a team we can ensure good
results. Therefore, I would like to send you text messages using Remind.com regarding important information
such as unit test dates, tutoring opportunities, EOC Milestone dates (formerly EOCTs), and other important
information. Please follow the directions below to join our class to receive reminders via text messaging or
email.
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By signing below I state that I have read the Algebra 1 Course Syllabus and Class Expectations, and have
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Dr. Bailey
Sandy Creek High School

Dr. Bailey

STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET

Algebra 1

Student Name (Please print):

Favorite Movie: _______________________

Favorite Book: _________________________

Hobbies: _______________________________________________________________________
SC Activities: ___________________________________________________________________
Anything I need to know as your math teacher? __________________________________________
NOTE:

Cheating/Plagiarism is immoral and akin to lying. In other words, cheating/plagiarism is an act

of fraud. It involves both stealing someone else's work and lying about it afterward. The students
that are in my class are of the ages 14-18 and need to begin to take on the responsibility that
accompanies this age. The student will be held accountable for their actions and learn that there
is a consequence for every action. Cheating/Plagiarism will not be tolerated in any form
including (but not limited to):

stealing someone elses ideas and passing them off as your own
giving yourself an unfair advantage
copying answers from someone else on a test, quiz, exam, or homework assignment
letting someone copy answers from your test, quiz, or assignment
verbally or in writing giving or receiving help on a test or quiz
talking or communicating with another student in any way during a test is prohibited
using unauthorized cheat sheets, notes, or other reference material (paper or electronic) during a test, quiz, or assignment
looking up answers on the Internet or other sources
turning in someone else's work as your own (allowing someone else to do the work for you)
Helping another student to cheat
Do not give your homework assignments to anyone else. If they choose to copy the work you have given them, you are responsible.
Studying together in groups is fine, but this is very different from passing work back and forth. The instructor will indicate if it is acceptable
to work with a partner. Otherwise, understand that the work you turn-in should be your own.
discussing specific test or quiz items with someone from a period who has not yet taken the test or quiz
seeing, examining, or referring to someones already graded assignment or the key before you have turned your assignment in
when grading an assignment of your own, purposefully giving yourself a higher grade than you actually earned
any similar dishonest practice as the aforementioned items

Parents:
I look forward to speaking with you during Open House. I will provide quick feedback either in writing or by phone
if I see a potential problem throughout the semester, but please do not hesitate to contact me if you have
concerns as well. Emails are preferred as we do not have telephones accessible in the classroom.
FCBOE will be providing each Algebra 1 student with access to an electronic textbook. Please indicate below
whether or not you wish to receive a hardback copy of the textbook (replacement cost for lost or damaged book:
$85.00).
Electronic text only
electronic and hardback text
Below, please sign to acknowledge that you have read and understand the policies contained in the Algebra 1
syllabus. Also, please check to make sure the contact information in Infinite Campus is correct that I may reach
you easily. Thanks!
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Student Signature

Parent Signature

*Students, please return this page and keep the syllabus in your notebook for reference*

Sandy Creek High School

Algebra 1 Course Syllabus
2015- 2016
Dr. Bailey/Room 214

From Good to Great!

Website
Sandy Creek H.S.
Dr. Baileys Algebra 1
Edmodo Code
To join the class
Remind.com List

http://www.sandycreekhighschool.com/
www.fayette.edmodo.com
Group Code: brfgnn
Text to: 81010
Message: @drbalgebra

Phone

Email

(770)969-2840
Dr. Baileys Cell Phone:
(678)744-MATH

bailey.marlynn@mail.fcboe.org

Course Description
This is the first in a sequence of four math courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. It includes algebraic
expressions, linear and quadratic equations and inequalities and their graphs, functions and function notation,
exponential relationships and models of exponential functions, interpreting, comparing and summarizing data.
(Prerequisite Course: successful completion of 8th Grade Math)
Textbooks:
Coordinate Algebra GA CCGPS Holt McDougal
Student Edition (Hardbound) $85.00

Coordinate Algebra Workbook Holt McDougal

Consumable Workbook (Softbound) $15.00

Resources: Please visit the class Edmodo listed (group code listed at the top of this page) for online resources, helpful
websites, and additional information.
Materials: Textbook, workbook, agenda, 3-ring binder, pencil, highlighter, markers or colored
pencils, notebook paper, graph paper, ruler, and a scientific calculator (TI 84 plus is
recommended and is the calculator provided on the End of Course Test, but the TI-36X Pro can
be used for the course). Bring all of these every day, with the exception of the textbook and
workbook. An announcement will be made when either book is needed in class.
Course Topics:
1

Put the FUN in Functions

Quadratic Equations and Functions

- Graphing

Get in Line

Quadratic Solving and Application

Arithmetic Sequences

Graphing Exponential Functions

Grading:
Tests
Quizzes
Culminating Activities/Benchmarks
Daily Work
Final Exam/Milestone

Linear Systems

Applying Exponential Functions

* This is a college preparatory course in which you

Quadratic (Expressions)

10

Comparing Functions and Statistics

40%
20%
15%
5%
20%

will be required to take an End of Course Test. The

Milestone score is placed on your transcript and
counts as 20% of your second semester grade.

Culminating Tasks: These tasks are performance based. Some tasks may last more than one day. These tasks will be
completed with assigned groups. If a student is absent, then they will schedule a time to complete the task and will work
individually.
Benchmarks: These will be individual ONLINE Assessments that each student will need to complete and submit their
results before the due date. The student may utilize the schools media center and/or computer lab on their own time if
they do not have access to a computer at home.

Methodology: The following will be used to create a diverse learning environment: A variety of formal and informal
assessments, technology integration, differentiated strategies, integration of multiple representations, emphasis on
real-life applications, and making connections with content in other subjects or mathematics learned previously.
Classroom Expectations
Behavior expectations:
Goal: A positive, comfortable, and enjoyable learning experience for every student every day.
1. Exercise respect and courtesy for others at all times.
2. Leave all food and drinks in your locker (water is fine) we want a clean, pest-free, environment.
3. Stay seated unless permission is given to do otherwise.
4. Appropriate classroom language and voice volume should be used at all times.
5. Remain actively involved in class until dismissed by the teacher (including taking notes or working on assignments)
6. All cell phones or similar electronic devices are to be out of sight at times when those technologies are not necessary
for the activity or task. Any cell phone or similar electronic device that comes to my attention will be taken up.
7. Dress appropriately; Refer to the student agenda for the dress code.
8. Observe all other school rules.
*School procedures, policies, consequences and disciplinary actions can be located in the student agenda.
Academic Expectations
1. Arrive with all necessary tools for learning. Supplies must be brought to class every day.
2. Assignments will be checked on a regular basis for completion and accuracy.
3. Missing/Late Assignments: You are responsible for making up all work missed when absent. Any student that is
absent must turn in all previously assigned work the day he/she returns. Missing and late assignments will be
entered as a grade of zero in the gradebook until turned in. Assignments not turned in within 5 days will remain a
zero. Unless returning from an absence, late daily assignments will receive partial credit.
4. All work must be shown in order to receive any credit.
5. Label all papers with name, period, and date.
Quizzes and Tests
Test dates will be announced in advance. Quizzes may be announced or unannounced.
You must schedule a time before or after school to make up a missed test. All missed tests must be made up within one
week of the test date. It is the students responsibility to schedule a make-up test with the teacher. Students can retake
a maximum of two tests per semester if they did not achieve their desired score only after completing activities that
would demonstrate additional practice on the material covered on the test. Please refer to the Request to Retest
form located on Edmodo.
** A student who pulls out a cell phone, IPod, or similar electronic during a quiz or test will receive a 0%.
Extra Help
Extra help is available before and after school. The Math Lab in room 222 is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to
8:25 am and 3:50 pm to 4:15 pm. The Math Lab is staffed by peer tutors who are members of the SCHS Math Team. I
am also available after school almost every day for extra help. Please see our Edmodo page for additional information.
Grading Scale:
90 100%
80 89%
71 79%
70%
69 & below

A
B
C
D
F

**Parents and students, student grades can be accessed through Infinite Campus.
Parents, if you do not yet have access to Infinite Campus a parent access code can be
obtained by contacting SCHS. Both students and parents, please check grades
frequently. We suggest logging in at least twice a week. Infinite Campus is linked
on the county and school websites.

Important Dates and Information

Grade Reports
1st progress report
Fri., Sept. 11th
Labor Day
st
1 report card
Fri., Oct. 16th
Fall Break
nd
st
2 progress report
Fri, Nov. 13
Thanksgiving Break
2nd report card
Fri., Jan. 8th
Semester Break
Last Day of the Semester: Friday, December 18th

Holidays and Breaks

Monday, September 7th
Monday, October 12th
November 23rd 27th
Dec. 21st Jan. 1st