Desert Hot Springs High School

65850 Pierson Blvd.

Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Telephone Number: (760) 288-7000

Course: Integrated Math 2

Teacher: John Olver Room: 104

Credits: 10 Math Credits Grades: 10, 11, and 12

Prerequisites: Integrated Math 1

Course Description: Integrated Math 2 is a two-term course. This course is

designed to achieve an understanding of:
 Simplifying expressions and polynomial fractions
 Systems of Equations and Inequalities
 Rational Expressions and Functions
 Computations involving Perimeter and Area
 Solving Multi-step Equations and Inequalities
 Graphing Equations and Inequalities
 Roots and Exponents
 Quadratic Equations and the Quadratic Formula
 Geometric Proofs involving Direct and Indirect Arguments
 Volume and Lateral Surface Area of Solids
 The Pythagorean Theorem and Special Right Triangles

Course Objective:
Students will be introduced to advanced terms and concepts of Algebra.
This course will act as a bridge between Algebra and Geometry and will
prepare students for taking IM3. Students will learn real-world applications
of Geometry as well as strengthen concept learned in IM1.

Textbook:
Carnegie Learning, Integrated Math 2, 3rd Edition, Student Text
Materials: The student will need to bring to class daily;
 A three-ring binder with paper for homework & worksheets.
 A pencil.

Course Grade: Grading Scale:

Final Exam 10% A 89% - 100%
Tests & quizzes 50% B 78% - 88%
Assignments 15% C 67% - 77%
Chromebook Activities 15%
Participation & preparedness 10% F 66% or below

Homework & Attendance:

Assignments will be given daily and will be due the following school
day. In the case of an excused absence, the student will be given two days
for every class that is missed to make up the work. In the case of long term
absences, the student should make arrangements to get assignments from a
classmate, if possible to receive tutoring and to meet with me upon return to
class to establish terms for making up missed work. In the case of an
unexcused absence, the teacher will determine whether or not to accept
make-up work.
Integrated Math 2 builds upon a pyramid of skills. It is difficult to
learn new material when a student falls behind. It is very important to attend
every class, to do the assignments and to seek help when you cannot do the
work. Extra help is available from one of the math teachers after school.

Participation & preparedness:

The student is expected to be an active participant in the class and
arrive in class prepared to learn.

Classroom Rules: Be Prompt, Be Prepared, Be Productive, Be Polite

 Be seated and working when the bell rings. The lockout policy will be
enforced.
 No food, beverage, gum, cell phones, etc.
 Student attire conforms to the school dress code.
 Be courteous and treat everyone with respect.
 Do your own work. Cheating will not be tolerated.
Breaking the rules and/or disruptive behavior will result in detention, a
teacher- parent conference and, if necessary, removal from the class.
Tutoring: Free tutoring is available for every student. The Math tutoring
room is posted in all math classrooms and is held after school Wednesday
and Thursday.

Please contact me at any time if you have question or concerns about your
student’s progress in the course. John Olver
golver@psusd.us

Teacher: John Olver

Course: Integrated Math 2
Period: _____

The student should know where to find the syllabus on Mr. Olver’s
website for future reference. (mrgjolver.weebly.com)
Please return this sheet to the teacher.

We have read the course syllabus.

Student signature Date

Student Name________________________________

Name of parent or guardian: ________________________________

Please print

Telephone numbers for contacting the parent or guardian

At home: _________________

At work: _________________

Email address for contacting parent or guardian: ___________________

Signature of parent or guardian: _____________________________