1. lworrall@washoeschools.net (775)746-5880 ext. 32138

2.  Student taught at McQueen in 1993  Began teaching here in 1994  Taught here from 1994 – 2007  Took a little break 2007 - 2010  Couldn’t stay away 2010- present  Seventeen years at McQueen  I teach Algebra, AP Statistics, and Trig.  As long as I am teaching, McQueen is where I will be.

4.  Assigned Daily  Students Receive a 1, 3, or 5  1 = didn’t do at all  3 = did all but got less than 75% correct  5 = did all and got at least 75% correct  It is so important to do homework daily in math. It is how students learn from mistakes and it prepares them for tests.

5.  A homework pass can be used to turn in a late assignment for full credit.  A hall pass can be used when the student needs to leave the room.  If these passes are not used, they are worth extra points at the end of the semester.

6.  I am available during lunch on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays.  Please don’t hesitate to email me. This is the best way to communicate.  lworrall@washoeschools.net

7.  This is the algebra 1 website where you can find all notes, worksheets, and assignments sheets. Please download Windows Journal Viewer in order to view the notes.  You can also find my syllabus here.  Especially helpful to absent students

8.  If you wish to receive reminder texts regarding upcoming tests, quizzes, and assignments then text the following:  @mcqalgebra to (702)830-7493  Most students have subscribed so please only subscribe if you wish to receive the reminders as well.

9.  Homework = 15%  Quizzes = 15%  Tests = 55%  Final Exam = 15%

10.  Students can earn math bucks for showing respect, being positive and attentive, etc.  These can be turned into homework passes once five have been collected.  If these are unused at the end of the semester, they can be turned in for extra homework points.

11.  A list of tutors is available. Please grab one on your way out, if you wish.  Please contact your child’s counselor for more support.

12.  I teach because I believe this is what I was meant to do.  I love the kids. I love my subject area.  As long as I have this connection and passion, I will be teaching.  I believe I can touch the life of each one of my students and I know that each one of them has something different to contribute to my classroom. I have a choice and my choice is to teach.

13.  Math Dept. Fundraiser  Fun  Prizes  Bring the entire family!  Doors open at 5:30, first game at 6.