IMP 100 Pre-Assessment due 9/11
Decimal Estimates Due 9/15
Graph Me due 9/15
Geometry Ch .1 3,4,5,8,9 due 9/15
Ch .2 1-7
Ch .3 one problem Due 9/17
IMP 200 Pre-Assessment due 9/11
Verification with Tech due 9/15
Graphing Calc Into due 9/15
Algebra 300 Pre-Assessment due 9/11
Pre Calculus Pre-Assessment due 9/11
Function Function what your Junction packet due 9/18
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Algebra 300 Syllabus
Teacher Jess
Time B Day - Tu,Th Block Period 3 12:15-1:45 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 2 or 3
Blog: trilliummath@blogspot.com
Description This semester long class is designed to give the student a solid algebra background. Students should know how to distribute, factor, graph and solve simple equations before taking this class. We will begin at the beginning with definitions, how to communicate using the language of math, what types of functions are there and how do we work with them. We will move from the linear equation quickly to, exponentials and rules for exponents. We will then talk about at solve for asymptotes, study power functions, inverse functions, and trigonometric functions. We will then talk about logarithms, exponential growth and decay, and interest. There will be a focus on graphing and applying these equations to real-world situations. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Geometry 200 Syllabus
Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 1 or 2
Time A Day - M,W Block Period 3 12:15-1:45 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description We will begin with an introduction to where geometry is used and seen in the world around us. Students will be doing construction based geometry which uses a compass and a straight edge as there only construction tools. We will also use a protractor for a few units. We will do many
investigations into geometric formulas and theorems, proving similarity and congruency of triangles.
There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments
consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be
determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Math - IMP 100 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites MS with Permission
Time Daily AM Period 1 8:35-9:30 Grade Level(s) HS
Description This year long class is the beginning of the IMP series that serves as an introduction to Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics. We will improve on the algebra and number sense, study famous formulas such as the Pythagorean Theorem, improve our graphing ability and ability to solve linear equations. We will also do a unit on conversions that will enhance our understanding of
wholeness, fractions and equivalences. There will be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and function
Math - IMP 200 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 1 or with permission of instructor
Time Daily Period 2 10:35-11:30 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description This year long class is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 1 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on various functions beginning with linear, quadratic
and exponential. There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using
appropriate technology. We will continue to improve our ability to factor, distribute, solve
equations and the quadratic formula will be introduced. There will be nightly homework that
maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks,
quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and
participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Pre-Calculus 350 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 2/3
Time B Day - Tu,Th Block Period 4 1:50-3:20 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description This is a year long class designed to prepare students for calculus. We will begin with a quick review
of Algebra, important definitions, set notation, useful techniques to solve a variety of equations. We
will spend sometime with logs, e and of course graphing. We will write and interpret exponential
equations for growth and decay. We will then learn how to count, which sounds easy right? This unit
on combinatorics should bring up summation notation, factorials, combinations and permutations,
pascals triangle and probability. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class.
There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In
addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group
work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Teacher Jess
Time B Day - Tu,Th Block Period 3 12:15-1:45 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 2 or 3
Blog: trilliummath@blogspot.com
Description This semester long class is designed to give the student a solid algebra background. Students should know how to distribute, factor, graph and solve simple equations before taking this class. We will begin at the beginning with definitions, how to communicate using the language of math, what types of functions are there and how do we work with them. We will move from the linear equation quickly to, exponentials and rules for exponents. We will then talk about at solve for asymptotes, study power functions, inverse functions, and trigonometric functions. We will then talk about logarithms, exponential growth and decay, and interest. There will be a focus on graphing and applying these equations to real-world situations. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Geometry 200 Syllabus
Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 1 or 2
Time A Day - M,W Block Period 3 12:15-1:45 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description We will begin with an introduction to where geometry is used and seen in the world around us. Students will be doing construction based geometry which uses a compass and a straight edge as there only construction tools. We will also use a protractor for a few units. We will do many
investigations into geometric formulas and theorems, proving similarity and congruency of triangles.
There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments
consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be
determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Math - IMP 100 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites MS with Permission
Time Daily AM Period 1 8:35-9:30 Grade Level(s) HS
Description This year long class is the beginning of the IMP series that serves as an introduction to Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics. We will improve on the algebra and number sense, study famous formulas such as the Pythagorean Theorem, improve our graphing ability and ability to solve linear equations. We will also do a unit on conversions that will enhance our understanding of
wholeness, fractions and equivalences. There will be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and function
Math - IMP 200 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 1 or with permission of instructor
Time Daily Period 2 10:35-11:30 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description This year long class is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 1 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on various functions beginning with linear, quadratic
and exponential. There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using
appropriate technology. We will continue to improve our ability to factor, distribute, solve
equations and the quadratic formula will be introduced. There will be nightly homework that
maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks,
quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and
participation in group work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations
Analyze characteristics and properties of 2 and 3 dimensional geometric shapes and develop mathematical arguments about geometric relationships
Specify locations and describe spatial relationships using coordinate geometry and other representational systems
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Pre-Calculus 350 Syllabus
Teacher Jess Prerequisites Successful completion of IMP 2/3
Time B Day - Tu,Th Block Period 4 1:50-3:20 Grade Level(s) MS & HS
Description This is a year long class designed to prepare students for calculus. We will begin with a quick review
of Algebra, important definitions, set notation, useful techniques to solve a variety of equations. We
will spend sometime with logs, e and of course graphing. We will write and interpret exponential
equations for growth and decay. We will then learn how to count, which sounds easy right? This unit
on combinatorics should bring up summation notation, factorials, combinations and permutations,
pascals triangle and probability. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class.
There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In
addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group
work and class discussions.
Grading Policy
Homework and classwork: Alternative assignments are available upon request. Homework and classwork will be given daily as will time to complete the work. Whenever possible, there will be at least 2 days to complete any assignment and due dates will be clear. Any late work will be worth 1/3 less and no late work will be excepted past the unit assessment without a written explanation. Extensions are always available if asked for before the due date. No late work will be accepted past the end of the semester without an agreed upon extension that was setup before the semester's end. (100 pts)
Throughout the semester I will ask the students to select questions from their homework to be graded. (50pts)
Assessments: May consist of quizzes, unit tests, work samples, projects, group work, and POWs. Alternative assessments are also available upon request. Retesting is an option, as is correcting a test for 50% of the missed points. (100 pts)
Participation: Lateness, unexcused absences, off-task and disruptive behavior will negatively effect your participation score by 5 pts per infraction. Participation points maybe made up during lunch or after school. (100 pts)
Portfolio: Your portfolio should be an organized collection of your work, class notes and reflections of progress made on the framework. This year the portfolio will be graded a rubric will be handed out beforehand clarifying expectations. (100 pts)
Final Grade: (Total points earned)/(400 possible points). A+ 100-98, A 97-95, A- 94-91, B+ 90-88, B 87-85, B- 84-81....
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Monitor and reflect on the process of mathematical problem solving
Understand patterns relations and functions
Monday, February 18, 2008
Febuary 18th
IMP 1 (Algebra/Geometry)
Has been working on Similar and Congruent figures while reviewing past algebra. There have been about 3 to 4 homework assignments so far in this class and students should be expecting a test later on in the week reviewing the information covered so far. Recently we have been working on graphing, ratios that exist between similar figures and solving for missing side lengths and angles.
IMP 2 (Stats)
Has been doing a unit from the IMP books on statistics. So far we have discussed ratios, had a quiz on ratios, talked about probability, comparing different sample populations, null hypothesis, ect. We will begin gathering data to further our discussions. Soon students will be designing projects that will incorporate past concepts on probability and newer concepts like the Chi factor.
IMP 2/3(Trig)
Has been studying Trig. So far we've studied Sine, the unit circle, radians, and degrees. This week we will look at how the unit circle can be used to generate a sine or cosine wave and we'll look at the other trig function rules revolving around SOHCAHTOA.
IMP 3/4 (Calc)
We've been take a lot of limits and have begun applying our idea of limits to slope. This past we we came up with an equation for slope that uses limits. This week we will practice finding the slope or equations at points and discussing slope relationship to velocity. I would like to give a take home quiz on this information in the coming week.
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Has been working on Similar and Congruent figures while reviewing past algebra. There have been about 3 to 4 homework assignments so far in this class and students should be expecting a test later on in the week reviewing the information covered so far. Recently we have been working on graphing, ratios that exist between similar figures and solving for missing side lengths and angles.
IMP 2 (Stats)
Has been doing a unit from the IMP books on statistics. So far we have discussed ratios, had a quiz on ratios, talked about probability, comparing different sample populations, null hypothesis, ect. We will begin gathering data to further our discussions. Soon students will be designing projects that will incorporate past concepts on probability and newer concepts like the Chi factor.
IMP 2/3(Trig)
Has been studying Trig. So far we've studied Sine, the unit circle, radians, and degrees. This week we will look at how the unit circle can be used to generate a sine or cosine wave and we'll look at the other trig function rules revolving around SOHCAHTOA.
IMP 3/4 (Calc)
We've been take a lot of limits and have begun applying our idea of limits to slope. This past we we came up with an equation for slope that uses limits. This week we will practice finding the slope or equations at points and discussing slope relationship to velocity. I would like to give a take home quiz on this information in the coming week.
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Saturday, February 2, 2008
Q3 Syllabus
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 2 (Probability/Stats)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess Brooks
Credit Areas: Mathematics
Prerequisite: IMP 2 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP2 Q2 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on Probability: standard deviation, bell curve, modeling data and box and whisker plots, interpreting information scatter plots, graphs etc There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using appropriate technology. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes or tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 2/3 (Geometry/Trig)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess Brooks
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP2/3 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 2/3 Q2 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on Subscribed and Circumscribed polygons, classify polygons based on interior or exterior angles surface area and volume of spheres and cones, using formulas to find missing lengths, dimensions etc., finding min or max of area, volume, scale drawings, parallel lines and perpendicular, equations, constructions, median, midpoint, angle bisectors, perpendicular bisectors, transformations, and find new points of transformation. The basics of Trigonometry will also be covered. There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using appropriate technology. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 3 /4 (Calculus)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP 3 /4 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 3 /4 Q1 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit that will continue on with epsilon and delta arguments, the First Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, discontinuous vs. continuous, tangent lines, velocity with limits, and derivatives of polynomials(Power Rule, Chain rule, Product Rule and Quotient Rule)There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations.
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 1(Algebra/Geometry)
Grade Level: MS/HS
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP 1 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the IMP series that works through Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics. We will continue to improve on the algebra and number sense from Q1 and Q2 by beginning a unit on Geometry. We will study famous formulas such as the Pythagorean Theorem, improve our graphing ability and ability to solve linear equations. We will also do a unit on conversions that will enhance our understanding of wholeness, fractions and equivalences. There will be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: Internships
Grade Level: Junior or Senior (or with permission)
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Internship
Prerequisite: None
Description:
The Trillium Charter School Internship Program connects academic life with professional experience by providing high school students with the opportunity to develop their skills alongside working professionals in the community. By actively engaging their education and passions in the workplace, students in the program will be better prepared for employment, more confident in their skills and more knowledgeable of opportunities following high school.
Students will research, apply for and obtain an internship at an organization of their choice. Complete an Internship Contract, intern for the equivalent of 3 months for 4-6 hours per week, meet regularly with their internship advisor and complete evaluation forms.
Framework Goals:
Identify and participate in different levels of service involvement: Volunteerism, Community Service and Service learning
Identify and reflect on the impact of their service
Contribute constructively to an organization's unique structure, processes and mission.
Organize and manage details of service experience
Your Grade:
50% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
50% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your grade.
Course Title: IMP 2 (Probability/Stats)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess Brooks
Credit Areas: Mathematics
Prerequisite: IMP 2 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP2 Q2 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on Probability: standard deviation, bell curve, modeling data and box and whisker plots, interpreting information scatter plots, graphs etc There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using appropriate technology. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes or tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 2/3 (Geometry/Trig)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess Brooks
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP2/3 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 2/3 Q2 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit on Subscribed and Circumscribed polygons, classify polygons based on interior or exterior angles surface area and volume of spheres and cones, using formulas to find missing lengths, dimensions etc., finding min or max of area, volume, scale drawings, parallel lines and perpendicular, equations, constructions, median, midpoint, angle bisectors, perpendicular bisectors, transformations, and find new points of transformation. The basics of Trigonometry will also be covered. There will be a focus on graphing these equation, interpreting graphs and using appropriate technology. There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of Problem of the Weeks, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 3 /4 (Calculus)
Grade Level: HS
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP 3 /4 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the Integrated Math sequence. Students should have successfully completed IMP 3 /4 Q1 before taking this class. Students should also have access to a TI 83 graphing calculator. We will be doing a unit that will continue on with epsilon and delta arguments, the First Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, discontinuous vs. continuous, tangent lines, velocity with limits, and derivatives of polynomials(Power Rule, Chain rule, Product Rule and Quotient Rule)There will be nightly homework that maybe done during class. There will also be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests. In addition, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Communicate mathematical thinking coherently and clearly; use language of mathematics to express mathematical ideas precisely.
Accurately solve problems that arise in mathematics and other contexts.
Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems
Select, apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems.
Apply transformations and use symmetry to analyze mathematical situations.
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: IMP 1(Algebra/Geometry)
Grade Level: MS/HS
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Math
Prerequisite: IMP 1 Q2
Description:
This is a continuation of the IMP series that works through Algebra, Geometry, Probability and Statistics. We will continue to improve on the algebra and number sense from Q1 and Q2 by beginning a unit on Geometry. We will study famous formulas such as the Pythagorean Theorem, improve our graphing ability and ability to solve linear equations. We will also do a unit on conversions that will enhance our understanding of wholeness, fractions and equivalences. There will be unit assessments consisting of projects, quizzes and tests, a portion of your grade will be determined by your portfolio and participation in group work and class discussions.
Framework Goals:
Understanding patterns, relations and functions.
Apply appropriate techniques, tools, and formulas to determine measurements.
Analyze change in various contexts. Measurement.
Use mathematical models to represent and understand quantitative relationships.
Understand measurable attributes of objects and units, systems and processes of measurement.
Select and apply and translate among mathematical representations to solve problems
Your Grade:
25% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
25% Assessments - You may choose to do alternative assessments such as Problems of the Week instead of doing a group project, quiz or test. You may take multiple periods to take a test as long as you are using the time wisely. Tests corrections may also be done or retests can be taken for higher scores. There will be 3-5 quizzes and a final exam this quarter.
25% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your participation score.
25% Portfolio - this should consist of HW, tests and class notes.
Q3 Syllabus
Course Title: Internships
Grade Level: Junior or Senior (or with permission)
Instructor: Jess
Credit Areas: Internship
Prerequisite: None
Description:
The Trillium Charter School Internship Program connects academic life with professional experience by providing high school students with the opportunity to develop their skills alongside working professionals in the community. By actively engaging their education and passions in the workplace, students in the program will be better prepared for employment, more confident in their skills and more knowledgeable of opportunities following high school.
Students will research, apply for and obtain an internship at an organization of their choice. Complete an Internship Contract, intern for the equivalent of 3 months for 4-6 hours per week, meet regularly with their internship advisor and complete evaluation forms.
Framework Goals:
Identify and participate in different levels of service involvement: Volunteerism, Community Service and Service learning
Identify and reflect on the impact of their service
Contribute constructively to an organization's unique structure, processes and mission.
Organize and manage details of service experience
Your Grade:
50% HW - late HW will be worth 1/3 less. Partially done homework will also be worth less.
50% Participation - If you are more than 10 minutes late to class you will be counted as absent. Three tardies amount to one absence. Disruptive or disrespectful behavior will also negatively affect your grade.
Monday, January 28, 2008
End of Quarter 2
I will be giving finals in all of my math classes. The tests will have no more weight than a normal test, but will cover all past material. Your students have all been given review worksheets to prepare them for this test. In the IMP 3/4 class they have been given a take home final that is open notes and book.
A reminder to everyone: Grades are one forth HW, one forth participation, one forth assessments(quiz/test/project), and one forth portfolio.
Next quarter I am going to teach IMP 1(algebra/geometry), IMP 2(probability/Stats), IMP2/3(Trig/Geometry), and IMP3/4(Calculus/Advanced Algebra).
Next quarter I will try to get more people to use the blog. How to do that I dont know.
A reminder to everyone: Grades are one forth HW, one forth participation, one forth assessments(quiz/test/project), and one forth portfolio.
Next quarter I am going to teach IMP 1(algebra/geometry), IMP 2(probability/Stats), IMP2/3(Trig/Geometry), and IMP3/4(Calculus/Advanced Algebra).
Next quarter I will try to get more people to use the blog. How to do that I dont know.
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