Welcome to Trigonometry/Advanced Algebra! This is a course designed especially for the College Prep student who has successfully completed Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry. The First Quarter will deal with topics to prepare for the retaking of the PSSA Test, followed by topics in Trigonometry and topics in Advanced Algebra during the Second, Third and Fourth Quarters.

TEXTBOOK - (You must have a bookcover throughout the school year)

Quarter 1: Review and preparation for the retake of the PSSA Test.

Quarters 2, 3, 4:

Chapters relating to Trigonometry:

Chapters relating to Advanced Algebra:

Please note the special sections found in the back of the textbook. Become familiar with these pages.

A three-ring looseleaf binder for this class is strongly suggested. There will be many handouts in this course and it will be better for your own organization.

You will need to have access to a Texas Instruments TI-85 Graphing Calculator for this class. Bring it to class daily. I will try to obtain a set of calculators that may be used during the class period.

For you to succeed in this course, you must be present in class daily. However, if you are absent, it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to make up any work missed. You are to get all notes from previously missed classes from a fellow student and be prepared to show them to the teacher. Hand in all assignments missed within 3 days of your return. If you are absent the day of a scheduled major Chapter Test, you will make up this test on your first day back to class.

We will, therefore, have homework nearly every day. Time will be given toward the end of the class period to begin these assignments. If you do not use this time to do the assigned work, you will forfeit this privilege. At no time are you permitted to work on an assignment for another course or to write "notes" to your friends during this period.

Assignments will be corrected and graded the following class period.

The grading scale for these daily assignments will be on a scale of 3, 2, 1, 0.

A total daily grade will be accumulated throughout each 9-week grading period.

• Attend all classes and come prepared. Have your homework completed. Bring the text, paper, pencil, notebook, and TI-85 graphing calculator.
• Read the section in the text that is to be covered before class. As you read, use your graphing calculator to verify results and reproduce graphs in the text. Make notes about any questions that you have and if they are not answered during the lecture, ask them at the appropriate time.
• Participate in class. As mentioned above, ask questions. Also, do not be afraid to answer questions.
• Take notes on all definitions, concepts, rules, formulas, and examples. After class, read your notes and fill in the gaps, or make notations of any questions that you have.
• DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!! Learn your mathematics by doing it yourself. Mathematics is not a spectator sport. Do not fall behind.
• Seek help when needed. Have specific questions. Find a study partner from class.
• Do not cram for tests. Rework problems a few days before the exam and review any areas of weakness.

You must be on time for class and prepared with all materials required. It is expected that you conduct yourself in a controlled manner while in this classroom. Please raise your hand if you have any questions or if you wish to respond to a question raised by the teacher. Your attention and participation is essential for your success -- inattention or sleeping during class will result in a 0% for that day's participation and daily grade.

Unannounced quizzes will be given frequently -- so be prepared daily.

Announced major test will be given at various times during each chapter -- worth 100%.

Some assignment problems will be placed on the chalkboard. Those students who volunteer to go to the board will receive 1/2 point EXTRA CREDIT for each attempt.