This document provides an overview of Ms. Alexander's Algebra I class. The class will cover core algebraic concepts like patterns, ratios, rates, functions, formulas, graphs, and matrices. Students will take notes using 5-column worksheets and learn at different centers. The teacher's role is to teach, support, and assess students, while students are responsible for learning, taking notes, asking questions, and respecting rules. The classroom has different learning centers and supplies are required. Absent students must make arrangements to make up work. Classroom rules emphasize being respectful, attentive, and prepared. Discipline follows a warning system with detentions and potential office referrals.

1. WELCOME TO Ms. Alexander’s ALGEBRA I CLASS
Relax. It’s EZ as 123 !

2. Pattern Pathway Solutionreveals leads to
Ratio
Rate
Function
Formula
(Relationship Revealed
based on prior knowledge)
Table
Graph
Equation
Number
Line
Expression
(Answer, Evaluation,
Resolution)
Abstract
Quantitative
(Process, Tools, Method
to be used)
The Core Curriculum of Algebra
Diagram
Taking what you know and using it to figure out what you don’t know…
Matrices
Put simply, it’s about…

3. CLASS FLOW
Do Now
Vocabulary (Mondays)
Knowledge-Check
_Recap
_Definitions
_Label/Name
_Compare-n-Contrast
_Discussion (verbal or written)
Independent Practice
Critical Thinking Exercises
Exit Ticket
Including Weekly Tests (Major Grade)
The standard daily flow of
classroom instruction shall
be as follows:

4. ONCE TO TWICE PER WEEK:
The learning process and
instruction shall include

5. 5-COLUMN NOTE TAKING WORKSHEETS
To be used to capture all terms and

6. CLASSROOM ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teacher
• Owner of Instruction
• Teach
• Instruct
• Support
• Assess
• Evaluate
• Nurture
• Set Boundaries
Student
• Recipient
• Learn
• Take Notes
• Ask Questions / Seek
Clarifications
• Study
• Remediate (pursue tutoring and extra
credit work)
• Respect
• Honor the Rules

7. I AM… WHO ARE YOU?
• Ms. Alexander
• Mississippian
• Mother
• Engineer
• Teacher
• My favorite thing to do is to write Christian
reviews and books
• My expectation of this class is that you
learn, understand and become proficient at
using basic Algebra knowledge to solve real
world problems; and that you are successful
at passing the state Algebra Test.
• What is your name?
• Share at least two I Am
statements that reflect who
you feel you are as a person.
• What is your favorite thing to
do?
• What are you expectations of
this class?
• What is your personal
commitment to making it
possible?

8. TEACHER ASSISTANT OPPORTUNITIES
Exclusively for students who display
maturity, trustworthiness in honoring the
rules and meeting all requirements
necessary for an orderly classroom.
Calendar manager
Roll Call
Collector (classwork, tests,
etc.)
Distributor (Handout
forms, tests, etc.)
Room Prep (for
transitioning classes and
class activities)
Group Leaders
Game scorekeeper,
recorders
Runner (to the office, etc.)

9. MHS Math … Ms. Alexander
CLASSROOM LAYOUT
GCLearningCenter
Math Inc. Learning Center
ReKaPLearningCenter
TeachingCenter

10. LEARNING CENTERS
GC Learning Center
Math Inc. Learning Center
ReKAp Learning Center
Teaching Center
Real world Knowledge
Application: Word problems and
Critical Thinking exercises
designed to require students to
use several pieces of knowledge
learned through several steps of
logical application to solve.
Game Center: Fun and
Games relevant to
current instruction.
Teacher Led: New
instruction introduced and
new or past student
concerns/needs discussed.
Math Invention Center:
Student supported
(cooperative) learning.

11. SUPPLY LIST
1.TI 84 Graphing Calculator (provided by
school)
2.Protractor
3. Compass
4. Straight Edge (ruler,…)
5. Graph Paper
6. 1” Binder
7. Pack of 10 divider tabs
8. Pack of multi-color highlighters (or
color pencils)
9. Note taking worksheets (provided by
the teacher)
To enhance the quality of notes and
study materials to drive successful
consumption of the knowledge
necessary to demonstrate
proficiency on class assignments and
tests.

12. * One text book assigned per student
* Textbooks will be used during class and not
to be taken home
* Student Responsibility
_Maintain acceptable condition (pages
and cover intact; clean, clear of writing)
_Report any issues
_ Quietly secure textbook from table upon
entering and return to the table on exit
Text Books

13. Absentees
Protocol
It is the responsibility of the
student to seek opportunities
and to make arrangements
with the teacher to make up
work and instruction missed
due to any absence from the
class.

14. Ms. Alexander
McComb High School
Room 119 Classroom Rules:
WE WILL…
Be BeBe
Respectfu
l
Attentive Prepared
 Not talk unless called on by
the teacher
 Not tease, laugh at, nor
bully others
 Obey the dress code and
conduct rules of McComb
Schools
 Not get out of our seats
without permission
 Line up quietly when
preparing to leave the
classroom as a group
 Pay attention in class
 Seek to understand and
ask questions if not
 Take notes
 Follow instructions
 Not sleep during class
 Face forward in seats
looking in direction of
teaching instruction at all
times
 Quietly acquire an
education
 Complete all homework
assignments
 Finish classroom work
 Participate in class
activities
 Study
 Show initiative

15. DISCIPLINE INFRACTIONS
1.First: Warning
2.Second Infraction: After-school Detention
 Missed Detention: Call to Parent(s)
 Missed Detention: Makeup Required
3.Third Infraction: After-school Detention and
Call to Parent(s)
 Missed Detention: Call to Parents
 Missed Detention: Makeup Required
 Missed Detention: Reflection Essay
(2 pages)
4.Fourth Infraction: Office Referral
Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child, but the rod
of correction will remove it far from him. Psalm 22:15

16. WELCOME TO Ms. Alexander’s ALGEBRA I CLASS
Relax. It’s EZ as 123 !