- The document is an algebra 1 syllabus for the fall semester from September 7 to February 3 that outlines what topics will be covered each quarter, assignments, tests, and resources for extra help. - The first quarter covers understanding the language of algebra, linear equations, and graphing linear equations. The second quarter covers analyzing and graphing linear equations, systems of linear equations, and linear inequalities. Tests will be every 2 weeks, quizzes weekly, and homework daily. Students can get extra help by asking the teacher before or after school or forming a study group.

1. Algebra 1 Syllabus Fall Semester 2011
Wednesday, September 7, 2011 to Friday, February 3, 2012
Who is your teacher?
When? What?
Who?
Name: Mr. Pacheco
Website: www.mathriot.com When will you have What will you learn?
Email: pacheco@mathriot..com assignments?
Twitter: @PachecoMath
Tests ------------ every 2 weeks 1st Quarter (September 7 th to November 4th)
Quizzes -------- every week
Homework -- every day Understand the Language of Understand and Solve linear Understand and graph linear
Classwork* - everyday Algebra equations equations, functions and patterns
*classwork includes monthly projects
• Understand meaning of variable • Translate between verbal • Identify the domain and range of
and variable expressions sentence and equations functions and relations
• Evaluate Variable expressions • Solve multi-step linear equations • Determine whether a relation is a
Where?
• Simplify numerical and variable in one variable (involving function
expressions using the properties addition, subtraction, • Graph linear equations
of real numbers multiplication and division) • Compute the x and y intercepts of
Where do you go to get extra help? • Use properties of numbers to
demonstrate whether assertions
• Solve equations for a given
variable •
a linear equation
Verify that a point lies on a line
• ASK IN CLASS!! Don’t be afraid to ask. •
are true or false
Use properties to formulate
•
•
Solve problems using proportions
Solve application problems using
• Ask Mr. Pacheco before school, during nutrition or after counterexamples to claimed
assertions
all of these techniques
school • Use operations such as taking the
opposite, finding the reciprocal
• Form a study group with other students and taking a root.
• Use the Internet
• Class website: www.mathriot.com 2nd Quarter (November 7 th to February 3rd)
• Book website: ca.algebra1.com
• www.khanacademy.org Understand, Analyze and Graph Understand and Solve systems of Understand, Solve and Graph
• www.brightstorm.com linear equations linear equations linear inequalities
• www.youtube.com (search for your topic)
• • •
• www.teachertube.com (search for your topic) •
Evaluate that slope of a line
Use rate of change to solve
Solve systems of equations by
graphing
Sketch the region defined by a
linear inequality
problems • Solve systems of linear • Solve inequalities in one and two
Why did you get that grade? • Write and graph different forms
of linear functions •
inequalities by graphing
Solve systems of two linear •
variables
Solve linear absolute value
• Identify characteristics of parallel equations using substitution and inequalities
Assignment Categories FINAL GRADE •
and perpendicular lines
Derive the equation of a line: •
elimination.
Solve application problems using
• Graph inequality solutions
(including absolute value)
Why?
Tests ------------------40% of your grade A - 90% - 100% • Given the slope and a point the above techniques
on a line
Quizzes --------------20% of your grade B - 80% - 89% • Given 2 points on the line
• Parallel or perpendicular to
Homework --------20% of your grade C - 70% - 79% a given line through a given
Classwork* ------- 15% of your grade D - 60% - 69% point.
Participation ----- 5% of your grade Fail - under 60%
*classwork includes monthly projects

2. Algebra 1 Syllabus
Fall Semester 2011
Wednesday, September 7, 2011 to Friday, February 3, 2012
OBJECTIVE: Algebra 1 introduces you to abstract mathematical representation. You will develop the ability to
explore and solve mathematical problems, think critically, work cooperatively with others and communicate mathematical
ideas clearly.
EXPECTATIONS: You are expected to: Required Materials
 Give 100% effort, TRY ALL assignments  2 pencils at ALL times (and erasers)
 Seek help when you need it  At least 1 highlighter or colored pencils
 Take notes in class  Enough paper for notes for the whole week
 STUDY (better in a group)  Your agenda with all assignments written
 RESPECT the learning environment
:
SAFee
 Ask permission to leave your seat
 Hands to yourself
 HONEST, POSITIVE talk
 Use bathroom in between classes CONSEQUENCES
Verbal Warning
RESPONSIBLee

o Mr. Pacheco will let you know when you are breaking the rules,
and ask you to please stop.
 Have materials at ALL TIMES  Lose daily Participation points
 PAY ATTENTION in class o If you continue to break the rules, daily participation points will
be deducted from your grade.
 Binder ORGANIZED at ALL TIMES
 Call Home
 Participate appropriately o If you still continue to break the rules, your parents will be called
 Complete ALL assignments to be notified of your behavior.
 ASK FOR HELP  Parent Meeting
 KNOW daily goals and assignments o If you do not stop breaking the rules, it is time to sit down with
you and your parents to figure out what the problem is and
discuss solutions to the problem.
RESPECTFUll
 NO FOOD, GUM, or DRINKS (only water)
 LISTEN while others speak
 RAISE your hand to speak
 NO RUDE COMMENTS to students or teacher
 CLEAN your area before you leave class