Geometry Honors Guidelines and Expectations

2008-2009

                        Mrs. Singler

Required everyday materials:

1.      Textbook

2.      Spiral notebook (200-250 pgs.) for geometry only

3.      Loose leaf paper for homework

4.      Folder for geometry only

5.      Pencils- #2 with erasers, pen for grading and corrections

6.      Protractor and compass

7.      Scientific calculator

note- a graphing calculator will be required for future math courses.

 

Grades will be based on the following:

15%     Daily work

– including homework, quick quizzes, warm ups, notebook quizzes

75%     Assessments i.e.: quizzes, tests, projects, etc.

25%     Quizzes

                        50%     Tests

10%     Semester Final

*Grades are cumulative through the semester.

*Scale 90-100% A

            80-89% B

            70-79% C

            60-69% D

            59%- below F

 

Expectations:

1.      Follow all Plainfield South High School rules

2.      We all must show RESPECT towards each other, school, and supplies.  Be PROUD of your school.

3.      Be on time – A tardy is defined by not being in your seat when the bell rings

1st and 2nd tardy: Warning

3rd tardy: Parent contact and 1hr detention (ASA)

4th tardy: Dean referral, 2hr. ASA

5th or more refer to your handbook

4.      Be prepared for class. All materials to class everyday.  Pts. can be deducted.

5.      Be an active participant.  Take good notes and keep journal entries.

6.      No gum, candy, food, drinks, etc. is allowed in class.

7.      Be in your seat when the bell rings to dismiss class.

 

Violation of these expectations can result in:

                        Verbal warning

                        Removal from class

                        Phone call to parent

                        Referral to Dean

 

Absent Policy:

Every class is a valuable part for preparing you for all tests and future careers.  When you are absent YOU are responsible for:     

1.       Absent the day of a lesson:

a.       Check the calendar for the assignment

b.      Get the class notes from a classmate

c.       If needed ask for help.  Teacher will only give help to a student who has demonstrated a valid effort to learn the material.

2.      Absent the day of a review

Little do you know that because you are doing all of your daily homework and have been reviewing your notes daily, you have been studying for your assessments all along.  Therefore you are required to take any assessment with the class should you miss a review day.

3.      Absent the day of a test or quiz

If you choose to miss the day of a quiz or test you will be required to make up that grade the next day.  The grade make up may be in a different format from the original test.  Expect the new version to be more challenging and either and essay, verbal, or project oriented.  If you know that you will be absent the day of a test arrange to take it before you leave.  THERE SHOULD BE NO REASON TO MISS TEST DAYS.  The teacher reserved the right to change this due to extenuating circumstances.  All quiz or test grades need to be made up within one week otherwise a zero will be recorded.  Do not count on a reminder from the teacher, be RESPONSILBLE.

 

Late Assignments:

            Late work will be accepted the next day for half credit.

           

Extra Help:

            The teacher is available to help you BEFORE school.  Please notify me when you would like to come in.  Due to my coaching/day care schedule I may need to make arrangements. 

 

Unexcused absences:

Skipping class is not tolerated! All unexcused absences will be disciplined according to the handbook. Including a zero for any work that day.