1. Algebra I Mrs. Karen Dettlinger
“If at first you don’t succeed… you are NORMAL.” Kid President
Welcome Parents!
Algebra I
Mrs. Karen Dettlinger
Welcome
Introduce myself and give bio

2. Level of expectation- High school level course
Persistence in overcoming rigorous tasks
passion for long-term goals
the determining factor for success no matter where you natural abilities lie
the get it done personality
sticking with it where others might be distracted by boredom, failure, adversity, or plateaus
Taking responsibility for his/her learning
Please try to let your kids be advocates for themselves. As much as we want to teacher please encourage them to approach me. They will in HS and now is safe, nurturing environment to do so,

3. Algebra Overview - Big Ideas
1. Solving Linear Equations
2. Solving Linear Inequalities
3. Graphing Linear functions
4. Writing Linear functions
5. Solving System of Linear Equations
6. Exponential functions and sequences
7.Polynomial equations and factoring
8. Graphing Quadratic functions
9. Solving Quadratic Equations
10. Radical Functions and Equations
Approx 1 -4 for MP 1
5 - 8 MP2
MP3

4. PARCC Assessment One Assessment Window this year
EOY and PBA sections will be given during this window
Again taking HS exam...change in types of questioning...no MC

5. Tests Quizzes Test/ Quiz Folder Given at the end of a Unit
Kept in the back of the room
Students may sign out at any time
Given at the end of a Unit
Study guides will be given
Will be cumulative
Accounts for 60% of the grade
Quizzes
1 -2 per unit
Redo for performance below a 75
Accounts for 30% of the grade

6. Homework Assigned almost everyday MUST be completed in pencil
Will be posted on google classroom
Complete on separate sheet of paper (in pencil)
Will be grade by student on class with correcting pen
50% accuracy - 50% ontime completion
Correction must be completed on a separate sheet of paper with ORIGINAL assignment attached and is due before the unit test
10 % of MP grade
Can make up the 5 points for accuracy but not the completion

7. Communication
I am available for extra help. Please make an appointment!
Monthly e-blasts
Parent teacher conferences
American Education Week Visitations in November
OnCourse Portal
Invite to the classroom
On- going conferencing-- the best

8. Tips for Studying Mathematics
When you are absent, make up work immediately.
Ask questions and listen when others as questions.
REVIEW regularly. 10 minutes a day beats 3 hours of cramming. Trust me!
Review your notes before beginning your homework.
Show all of your work and check your work. Develop good habits during practice will help during tests and quizzes.
Make a list of important concepts and formulas. Make sure you can explain concept in your own words.