This document outlines the course description, rationale, materials, communication methods, expectations, and grading scale for Mrs. Hedrick's 2011-2012 Pre-Algebra class. The course will review basic math operations and introduce concepts covered in Algebra I using a Prentice Hall textbook. Students will be expected to follow rules, complete bellwork and homework, and take quizzes, tests, and projects to assess their learning. Grades will be calculated based on points earned in various categories.

1. Pre-Algebra
Mrs. Hedrick
2011-2012
I. Course Description:
Students will review basic operations with real numbers, number theory, some geometric relationships, as well as,
solving real-world problems using a variety of methods. Missouri Course Level Expectations for Algebra I provide the
focus of the course, although the depth of study is not as intensive or encompassing as Algebra I.
II. Course Rationale:
Pre-Algebra is recommended for those students who are not ready for Algebra I as a freshman. It’s primary goal is to
introduce students to concepts covered in greater detail in Algebra I. Individual responsibility and problem solving are
two goals of this course and the district.
III. Textbook and Materials
Textbook: Pre-Algebra, Prentice Hall
Materials Needed: 1 inch or larger binder or folder, spiral/composition notebook(s), notebook paper, pencil, red pen and
a calculator (TI-30XIIS)
IV. Parent Teacher Communication
Email: angelinh@straffordschools.net
Phone: 417-736-7000 ext. 1418
Facebook: Mrs. Hedrick’s Pre-Algebra Class
Twitter feed: @Mrs_Hedrick
V. Student Expectations
Rules: Be Respectful, responsible and ready
Bellwork: The purpose of bellwork is to refresh your mind of knowledge that will be used in class that day. Bellwork will
be displayed on the board at the beginning of each class. You are expected to complete the work on your own in the
first 5 minutes of class. Bellwork will be graded on correctness.
Homework: The purpose of homework is to practice and be prepared for the test. It is important that you know how to
do the material for quizzes and tests. Simply copying some one's answers will not help you learn the material. Also,
homework should be out on your desk during bellwork so I can check how much you have done. Homework will be
graded on completion.
Quizzes, Test, & Projects: Assessments are given to see how much you have learned in the chapter. You are expected to
perform at your highest level. Taking the time to study or working on a project is in your best interest.
Late Work: Late work will be accepted for half credit the following day.
Absent work: Classmates will fill out a “While you were out” form for those students who are absent in their
group. The absent student is expected to check the file the first day he/she returns to find what was missed
that day. It is your responsibility to take care of it. Absent work will be accepted no later than one week after

2. the day missed to receive full credit. Once one week has past you will only receive half credit for the work.
This also includes make up tests and quizzes.
VI. Grading Scale
A 93-100 C 73-76
A- 90-92 C- 70-72
B+ 87-89 D+ 67-69
B 83-86 D 63-66
B- 80-82 D- 60-62
C+ 77-79 F 0-59
Grading: Points %
Bellwork 5 5
Homework 5 10
Final 100 10
Projects varies 15
Quizzes 20 20
Tests 100 40
Get to Know You 2011-2012
Name: __________________________

3. 3 things about you (hobbies, music, food…etc.)
1. ______________________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________
1 personal goal you would like to achieve this year
(become more responsible, understand math better, read 12 books…etc)
1. ______________________________________________________________
What motivates you? (free time, food, achievement…etc)
I have read the syllabus and acknowledge all the expectations required of a student in this course.
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student parent/guardian date
Parent email address(s): ______________________________________________________________________
Parent Daytime Phone Number: ________________ Parent Evening Phone Number________________