Algebra 460/461 Class Syllabus

Mr. OMalley
Email: mike.omalley@d214.org PHS Phone: 847-718-5200

Course Description:
Algebra 460/461 is a fun and exciting course covering many of the fundamental
topics that will be a big part of the rest of the math you ever do! Succeeding in this
class is essential to your future Math classes and the real world! Algebra 460 will
cover the basic connections to Algebra, properties of real numbers, solving linear
equations, graphing linear equations and functions, writing linear equations, along
with solving and graphing linear inequalities. Algebra 461 will finish off the year with
systems of linear equations and inequalities, exponents and exponential functions,
quadratic equations, polynomials and factoring and rational expressions.

Materials and Resources for 460/461:

Textbook: McDougal Littell Algebra 1 written by Larson, Boswell, Kanold and
Stiff
iPad

What Should I bring Every Day?:

Textbook/iPad
Pencil (something to write with)
Calculator
Three ring binder for Math only

What Will My Grades Look Like?:

Your grades will consist of a total cumulative point system:
Grades can be found on Infinite Campus.
Quarter Grade:

Tests

Quizzes

Classwork

Video Notes

100 points each

20 - 40 points
each

5 points each

2 points each

Semester Grade:
Quarter 1

Quarter 2

Final Exam

40%

40%

20%

Grading Scale:
A

Algebra 460/461 Class Syllabus

Mr. OMalley
Email: mike.omalley@d214.org PHS Phone: 847-718-5200

100% 90%

89.9% 80%

79.9% 70%

69.9% 60%

59.9% 0%

Class Expectations:
Students are expected to STAY IN YOUR SEAT until the bell has rung!
Make sure to ASK QUESTIONS whenever you dont understand something!
It is your responsibility to COME TO CLASS ON TIME and prepared with the
above required materials.
Be respectful to EVERYONE in the class (this includes students and teachers).
Look to participate in class EVERY DAY.
Technology including iPads are to be used for ACADEMIC PURPOSES ONLY!!!

What If Im Going To Be Absent?:

Students will be given the same amount of days that they were absent to
complete and turn in the work they missed.
If you are gone from class, it is your responsibility to check for any work
missed. You can also ask classmates or check your unit calendar for missed
work.
Remember! Absences can affect your grade because you are missing
important material!

Cheating:
Cheating will not be allowed in any way. Anyone caught cheating will be given
no credit for their test, quiz, or assignment. Cheating means lying, using
someone elses work, or giving someone your own work without the
permission of the teacher.

What If I Need Help?: You are always welcome to come for help!
Period
Class
Room
1
Algebra 460/461
224
2
FREE
Math Office 310
3
FREE
Math Office 310
4
Algebra 460/461
224
5
FREE
Math Office 310
6
Algebra 470/471
338
7
Algebra 470/471
338
8
FREE
Math Office 310
The Math/Science Resource Room is open from 6:40am 4:00pm and is filled with
many experienced teachers who are very willing to help! You can also schedule a

Algebra 460/461 Class Syllabus

Mr. OMalley
Email: mike.omalley@d214.org PHS Phone: 847-718-5200

time to meet with me if these do not work. Dont

hesitate to stop by with any questions you may
have or email me!