Carnegie Algebra 1B

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Welcome to Carnegie Algebra 1B!

What is Carnegie Algebra 1B?

Carnegie Algebra 1B is the second course of 4 math credits that you need in order to graduate from high school.

All Students
Remember you need at least one math credit per year.  If you take two classes one year, you still have to take one in your senior year.

In Carngie Algebra 1B you will learn the skills necessary to pass the Maryland High School Assessment (which you must pass to graduate).

What is Carnegie?
You are enrolled in Carnegie Algebra 1B.  What does that mean? 
Click the icon to learn about the Carnegie Program.   

What do you need to be successful in Carnegie Algebra 1B?
Effort!  If you put in the effort, you can pass this class.

Do your homework! 
Homework is a very important part of any mathematics class.  Not only do you practice the skills that we do in class, but you also receive formative grades for the homework you complete.  It's a very important step in passing this class.

Click the icon to view your homework calendar.  

What materials do you need?
3-Ring binder or sprial notebook with pockets.
Pencil or pen (pencil is preferred)
Calculator - click the calculator icon for the calculator policy

Algebra & Data Analysis High School Assessment
Each student in Algebra I must take and pass the High School Assessment (HSA) for Algebra and Data Analysis.  We usually take this around the 3rd week in May.  Everything we do in this class will help us prepare for the HSA.  Students who are successful in Algebra I have a very good chance of passing the HSA, but you must be willing to put forth the effort. 

Visit: www.marylandpublicschools.org/msde for more information.

What textbook will we use?
We will use a brand new Algebra textbook: McDougal-Littell Algebra 1.  You can access resources for this textbook at classzone.com.

What will we study?
Solving Linear Equation (Chapter 3)
Graphing Linear Equations and Functions (Chapter 4)
Writing Linear Equations (Chapter 5)
Solving & Graphing Linear Inequalities (Chapter 6)
Systems of Equations and Inequalities (Chapter 7)
Data Analysis (Chapter 13)
Exponents & Exponential Functions (Chapter 8)
Polynomials & Factoring (Chapter 9)
Quadratic Functions and Equations (Chapter 10)

Where can you go for help?
If you are struggling with Algebra I, there are many places to go for help. 
1.    Ask a teacher immediately when you do not understand something.  All Algebra I classes have at least one extra teacher in them to help us make sure you pass the HSA.  Just ask.
2.    Stay after school for extra help.  You can arrange to stay with me any day.

Where do you go from here?
You will need to pass Algebra I with a D or higher
11th Grade Year - Geometry
12th Grade Year - Algebra IIA or Algebra II or Topics of Math

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