1. Welcome To Ms. Nixon’s Classroom!
Back to School Night

2. About Me Fourth year teaching here at GPN
Graduated from Michigan State University
B.S. Mathematics
Minor in Biology
Currently working on my master’s degree through MSU
Teaching and Curriculum
Concentration in Educational Psychology
Varsity coach for girl’s lacrosse here at GPN
Teacher sponsor for Link Crew and Diversity Club

3. First Semester Algebra II Tools of Algebra (Ch. 1)
Linear Equations and Functions (Ch. 2)
Systems of Linear Equations (Ch. 3)
Quadratic Functions and Factoring (Ch. 5)
Rational Equations and Functions (Ch. 9)

4. Second Semester Algebra II Polynomials & Polynomial Equations (Ch. 6)
Powers, Roots, and Radicals (Ch. 7)
Exponential & Logarithmic Functions (Ch. 8)
Introduction to Trigonometry (Ch. 12)
Probability & Statistics

5. Grading Algebra II Tests Quizzes Homework Exactly 55% Exactly 35%

6. Homework Procedures Algebra II
Homework is spot checked at random and worth a total of 5 points.
Students are required to use the answer key posted on my staff website to check the correctness of their own work.
Every class period starts with going over questions from the homework.
Grades are updated daily on Pinnacle, please check.

7. Supplies Algebra II 3-ring Binder Scientific Calculator
TI-30XII
Texas Instruments Graphing Calculator
TI 83 or TI 84
While some graphing calculators are available in the classroom, I cannot supply a calculator to every student.

8. Need Extra Help? Algebra II Free Tutoring Me GPN Library
Before or after school by appointment
Make an appointment by or verbally talking to me
Tuesday & Friday BEFORE (7:10-7:50)
Monday, Wednesday & Thursday AFTER School (3:10-3:50)
Homework help is available EVERY DAY in the Library. NHS Student Tutors are available for extra help in all subject areas. Computers are also available to do schoolwork.

9. Parent/Teacher contact is very important to help your child succeed.
Algebra II
Parent/Teacher contact is very important to help your child succeed.
Please do not hesitate to call or me if you need anything.
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10. Algebra II
My Class Website
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11. Algebra II
My Class Website
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12. Algebra II
Click here to access the class calendar, class notes, and homework assignments
Click here to access the homework answer keys