Compass Honors High School

Course Description:
This course covers the rules of algebra; solving single and multi-variable equations; systems of equations; solving, graphing, and writing linear equations; solving and graphing linear inequalities; exponents and radicals; polynomials and factoring; quadratic equations; using proportions and rational equations; functions; word problem translation; basic statistics; and connections to geometry.

Grading Procedure:
Grades will be calculated on a point system. Daily homework is worth 10 points; weekly tests are worth 60 points. Points for special projects or worksheets will be determined by the length and complexity of the assignment. (Point distributions are subject to change at the instructor’s discretion.) Your grade will be the percent of points you earn out of the total points in the course and will be assigned on the following scale:

· A 100-90%
· B 89-80% Homework is approximately 40% of grade
· C 79-70%
· D 69-60% Tests are approximately 60% of grade
· F 59% and below

Hello, my name is Linette Gregg and I teach mathematics at Compass Honors High School. I am so excited by teaching and interacting with students that it is a joy to come to work each day! My teaching experience includes 14 years at Hagerman High School, 5 years at Filer High School, and 4 years as Dual Credit Instructor for College of Southern Idaho. I am also a member of the Adjunct Math Faculty for College of Western Idaho and am happy to be teaching dual credit courses for CWI at Compass. This year is going to be a great one!

It is essential that you participate in the educational process. I expect you to be attentive,ask questions, and participate in open discussion in class. If you need extra help on any topic or assignment I expect you to seek help in a timely manner.
Homework should be completed the day it is assigned. If you procrastinate it is more likely that you will not remember how to complete it. Homework will be due the following class period unless I decide it would be better to give extra time to complete the work so the class can get a fuller understanding of the concept.
Math Lab is provided each week after school so you can come in for extra help on any concept or assignment. Occasionally, appointments can be made for additional help sessions. I expect you to take the initiative and get the help you need in order to pass this course.
No late work will be accepted. You are responsible to get your assignments completed and handed in on time. Makeup work for absences are due as outlined in the student handbook.
Cheating will result in an automatic zero for that assignment or test. Even worse than the zero grade will be the loss of my trust in you