Algebra I (Grades 8–12)
Thursday 10:00–11:55
Friday 10:00–11:55
Teacher: Terri Veen
Description: Algebra I builds on the concepts introduced in Pre-Algebra and includes lessons to solve systems of equations in two variables, solving complex rational and radical expressions, functions, graphing linear equations, factoring algebraic expressions, and an introduction to 3-dimensional geometric figures.
Class Cost: $545
Book: Saxon Algebra I Student Text, 3rd Edition (ISBN-13: 978-1565771345). Solutions manuals are available but not recommended for students to use freely. Parent supervision recommended.
Supplies: Heavy-duty 1½” thick 3-ring binder, lots of filler paper, graph paper, a graph paper compositional notebook (can be found at Staples), mechanical pencils, and a good eraser. A simple basic calculator that includes a square root function will be needed for the second semester. There is a $5 copy fee in the cost of this class.
Prerequisite: Pre-Algebra or its equivalent. It is highly recommended that the Saxon placement test be taken to determine whether your student is ready for Algebra I. The link is https://homeschoolwithsaxon.com/PlacementTests/hs_a1_placement.pdf. Your student should get 85 % or about 42 questions correct to be ready for Algebra I.
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