Pre-Algebra Syllabus
Douglass Middle School
2009-2010
www.dms.wjusd.org
Grade level: Seventh/Eighth Teacher: Mr. Canales
Course length: One Year Text: Course 2: Pre-Algebra, Holt
Prerequisites: California Standards Test score of 280 or higher
Teacher contact: Ernesto Canales, 525 Granada Dr. Woodland, CA. 95695
Phone: (530) 666-2191 Ext. 139
Email : ernesto.canales@wjusd.org
Website: http://teacherweb.com/CA/DouglassMiddleSchool/MrCanales/
Course Description:
Welcome to your Pre-Algebra course. We will be using Holt’s Course 2 Pre-
Algebra textbook. This course will include the following: Exploring integers,
solving one-step equations and inequalities, exploring factors and fractions,
exploring rational numbers, solving multi-step equations and inequalities,
graphing relations and functions, exploring ratios, proportions, and
percents, exploring statistics and probability, applying algebra to geometry,
measuring area and volume, exploring polynomials. The math department at
Douglass follows the W.J.U.S.D./C.A. state standards for mathematics.
Student Objectives:
1. Students will explore and gain understanding of the math concepts
previously mentioned.
2. Students will improve organizational skills and study habits.
3. Students will learn the math standards needed for the C.S.T. and STAR
tests.
4. Students will learn some of the math standards needed for the
California High School Exit Exam.
Materials:
1. School planner.
2. Textbook: Course 2:Pre-Algebra, Holt.
3. A three-ring binder with lined and graph paper (portfolio).
4. A composition/spiral notebook.
5. At least two pencils and two pens
6. Ganas de trabajar/positive attitude
Weekly Schedule:
Monday: New content lesson, homework assigned.
Tuesday: 5-minute warm-up exercise, correct and collect homework, new content
lesson, homework assigned.
Wednesday: 5-minute warm-up exercise, correct and collect homework, new
content
lesson, homework assigned.
Thursday: 5-minute warm-up exercise, correct and collect homework, review
previous lessons, study guide for weekly quiz given for
homework.
Friday: Warm-up quiz, correct and collect study guide, take weekly quiz.
In addition chapter tests will be administered throughout the year (every
three weeks).
Grades:
Grading will be based on a 100 point scale from the following exams and
assignments
Warm-ups, class work, class participation 10 %
Homework assignments 15 %
Quizzes 25 %
Chapter tests 50 %
Classroom Rules:
1. Be ready to start instruction at the bell.
2. Show respect for your teacher and fellow students.
3. The learning environment will be free from disruptions.
4. Be accountable for your actions.
5. NO food, drink, or gum.
Positive interventions:
1. Verbal praise.
2. Leadership roles in class.
3. Positive referrals to the office.
Consequences for failure to follow school and class rules:
1. Warning
2. Detention after school
3. Phone call home and 30 minutes detention
4. Parent meeting to begin behavior contract and one hour detention
Expectations of Parents/Guardians:
1. Review your child’s school planner daily.
2. Check homework assignments daily.
3. Communicate with teacher using student planner,email, or voicemail.
4. Review progress reports every six weeks.
Parent/Guardian Signature
Please sign and date this letter to verify that you have read and discussed
it with your child.
Parent/Guardian signature _____________________________ Date _____________
Student signature _____________________________ Date
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