Geometry Honors Guidelines and Expectations

2009-2010

                                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, see points of emphasis

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. After 5 minutes it is considered a class cut.

1st and 2nd tardy: Warning

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

4th  & subsequent tardies: Dean referral

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. are allowed in class.

7.       All backpacks, purses, etc. as well as any materials pertaining to another class must be stored below the desk or on the floor.

8.       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, etc

 

Points of emphasis:

Academic dishonesty:

Cheating on any homework, quizzes, tests, and the like is strictly prohibited. This consists of looking at another’s paper, talking or giving answers to another.  If such a violation occurs a zero on the work will be given and cannot be made up.

 

 Classroom disruptions:

Disruptions such as Pagers/cell phones/ communication devices/ Electronic entertainment devices such as (Ipod, MP3 players, etc) will be dealt with through the attendance office. Below is a copy of our school’s policies regarding these devices:

Cell Phones/Communication Devices: Cell Phone, blackberry or any other communication device is prohibited from use and display during the school day. This cell phone rule applies to after school or Saturday activities where a grade will be achieved. This time is considered to be classroom time. All communication devices must be turned off and in the locker and cannot be used inside the building. Talking, displaying and sending photos on cellular phones or other communication devices as well as text messaging is also prohibited. Phone calls and text messages to and from parents during the school day are also prohibited. Cell phones and communication devices are considered to be a disruption of the educational process and their use during the school day will result in disciplinary action. In addition, these devices may be confiscated. Exceptions to this rule may be made only with the approval of the Dean of Students.

Electronic/Entertainment Devices: Personal audio devices (such as CD players, MP3 players, IPods, radios, tape recorders, video games, DVD players, cameras, televisions, etc.) are prohibited from use and display during the school day. Such devices are to be turned off and placed in lockers upon the arrival at school until the school day ends. These devices are considered to be a disruption of the educational process and their use during the school day will result in disciplinary action. In addition, these devices may be confiscated. Exceptions to this rule may be made only with the approval of the Dean of Students.

 

Educational disruption procedures:

1st Offense -Teacher/Student Conference

2nd Offense -Teacher/Parent Conference. Teacher will assign a teacher detention.

3rd & Subsequent Offenses - Dean referral

 

Absent Policy:

Time missed from school can never truly be made up; the interaction in the classroom cannot be replicated by doing make-up work. For an excused illness absence, the student is entirely responsible for requesting the make-up work from the teacher(s). Tests/quizzes will be scheduled at the convenience of the teacher. Students will be given one school day for each day of excused absence to make up assignments and tests. Additional considerations will be given for students with extended illnesses. In a matter of disciplinary absence,. It is the suspended student’s responsibility to make up missed work or tests. Work is due on the date of return to school.

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 at the convenience of the teacher.  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.

 

Unexcused absences:

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

 

Late Assignments:

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

               

Extra Help:

-There is daily math tutoring in the learning lab during all lunch study hall periods. In the learning lab there are math teachers along with student tutors.

-Your teacher is available to help you outside of the school day as well.  Please see weekly hours posted in the classroom. If outside these hours please notify me when you would like to come in.  Due to a coaching/day care schedule arrangements may be needed. 

-Media center will be open on Monday’s from 3:30-4:15 for study tables.