Precalculus Honors Guidelines and Expectations
2007-2008
Mrs. Singler
Required everyday materials:
1. Textbook
2. Spiral notebook (200-250 pgs.) for Precalculus only
3. Loose leaf paper for homework
4. Folder for precalculus only
5. Pencils- #2 with erasers, pen for grading and corrections
6. TI-83 Graphing Calculator
*note- a graphing calculator will cost between $70-100.
Grades will be based on the following:
Grades will be based on the following:
12% Daily work
– including homework, quick quizzes, warm ups, notebook quizzes
28% Quizzes
40% Tests
5% Semester Midterm
15% 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 schedule I may need to make arrangements.
Class Cuts/ 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.