Algebra
Goals
Students will be able to:
•Solve multi-step equations, including those with fractions, decimals
and integers
•Apply the laws of exponents and solve problems using exponential
functions
•Find the slope of lines and write linear equations
•Solve and graph linear equations and inequalities
•Solve problems involving polynomial functions
•Use systems of equations to solve a variety of word problems
•Use graphing calculators to perform a variety of functions
Grades:
During the first marking period, grades are based on the following:
Test Grades 50%
Quiz grades: 40%
Homework/classwork: 10%
During the second and third marking period, grades are based on the following:
Test grades: 40%
Quiz grades: 35%
Homework/classwork 10%
Midterm/Final exams 15%
Students are expected to participate in daily class discussions.
Pre-Algebra
Goals
Students will be able to:
• Add, Subtract, multiply and divide integers
• Solve multi-step equations, including those with fractions and
decimals
• Learn and apply the laws of exponents
• Use ratios, proportions and rates to solve problems
• Graph equations in a coordinate plane
• Use algebra to solve problems involving geometry and measurement
Grades:
During the first marking period, grades are based on the following:
Test Grades 50%
Quiz grades: 40%
Homework/classwork: 10%
During the second and third marking period, grades are based on the following:
Test grades: 40%
Quiz grades: 35%
Homework/classwork 10%
Midterm/Final exams 15%
Students are expected to participate in daily class discussions.
MATH
Mrs. Maltese
GOALS
Students will be able to:
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals, integers and fractions
• Write algebraic expressions and sentences
• Solve equations
• Find the mean, mode and median for a given set of data
• Organize data through the use of bar graphs and line graphs
• Use formulas to find area, perimeter, circumference and volume
• Participate in cooperative learning groups to solve problems
• Use percents to find discounts, interest, and commission
• Solve probability problems
• Explore lines, angles, and geometric shapes as well as the
relationships that exist among them
• Solve multi-step problems
GRADES
During the first marking period, grades are based on the following:
Test Grades: 50%
Quiz Grades: 40%
Homework/Classwork: 10%
During the second and third marking periods, grades are based on the
following:
Midterm/Final Exam: 15%
Test Grades: 40%
Quiz Grades: 35%
Homework/Classwork: 10%
Students are expected to participate in daily class discussions.
Extra Help:
We are available to provide extra help as needed. Students should come
for help as soon as they encounter difficulty.
Extra Help:
I am available for extra help as needed. I encourage students to come for
help as soon as they encounter any difficulty.
