GEOMETRY
Winter
2008
Geometry
introduces students to concepts related to two-and-three dimensional figures
and their properties. We will study
problem solving using geometric figures, congruence and similarity, inductive
and deductive reasoning, logic, geometric constructions and measurements,
Pythagorean Theorem and right triangle trigonometry. As a part of the study the student will learn to read for
information, communicate algebraic reasoning, use computer/technology within
the context of daily lessons and compute using a variety of algorithms.
The
students will participate in skill building exercises, written process pieces,
hands-on discovery activities, informational reading, open response
questioning, accelerated math and projects.
The
class will prepare the student to investigate and solve problems, predict and
understand data, and utilize and access materials to implement further study
and greater understanding of Geometry.
Algebra I part I and part II. A student is more successful if they have
completed Algebra II, although it is not required.
1.
Geometry
Textbook and Workbook.
2.
Pencil, notebook paper, and graph
paper.
2.
Binder to keep all notes and handouts
from class. All students are expected
to keep a notebook in class; all notes, examples and class openers will need to
be kept on a daily basis in the notebook. Order using a date as basis.
3.
Scientific
Calculator. (Needed
Daily)
4.
Protractor
and Compass will be used on occasion.
These will be supplied in class.
GRADE DETERMINANTS
1. Tests
2. Quizzes
3. Class Work
4. Homework Assignments
5. Writing Assignments or Projects
6. Accelerated Math
Test
grades will be counted as 70% of your 9-weeks grade.
Class
work, quizzes and accelerated math will account for 15% of your 9-week grade.
Homework
will account for 15% of your 9-weeks grade.
Notebook
Test and a 9-week project will be counted in the test category, and should help
your grade.
A
notebook must be kept on a daily basis.
Students will be expected to copy all notes, examples and openers from
the overhead. These notes must be kept
in a notebook using a date as the method of ordering. A notebook test will be given midway through the first 9-weeks,
and then at the end of the 9-weeks thereafter.
The total notebook grade for the 9-week period will count 50-
points. A project or writing each
9-weeks will also be assigned, and will count as a 50-point grade. The notebook and project grade will be
counted in the test category, and are intended to help your grade. Stay organized.
Homework
will be counted as 15% of your 9-weeks grade.
Homework will be assigned almost nightly. No late homework will be accepted. Homework will be collected daily; sometimes it will be graded,
other times an effort grade will be taken.
(To be successful in any math class, it is imperative that you complete
your homework each night.)
Class
work will be count 15% of your 9-week grade. Class work, quizzes, accelerated math, and a daily grade will be
included in your class work grade
1.
Arrive on time with prepared lessons and
all needed materials. No late homework
will be accepted. Be in your seat at
the end of the tardy bell.
2.
Any behavior that keeps me from teaching,
or others from learning is unacceptable.
Respect is mandatory in the classroom at all times.
3.
Make up all work (homework, quizzes and tests) missed due to
absence within the required time. This
is your responsibility. Failure to make
up tests within the allowed time period will result in your taking the tests at
the instructor’s convenience.
Assignments are always listed on the bulletin board. Grade sheets will be given after each test.
4.
The classroom is for instructional
purposes only. Students will be
required to work the full 90-minutes of class.
Class begins when the bell rings, please be in your seat with materials
ready and begin working on the opening assignment.
5.
If cell phones are used in class, they
will be taken and turned into the office.
No first warnings!!
6.
No food or drinks allowed in class, with
the exception of water bottles, with caps.
All other food or drink needs to be kept in book-bag.
7.
Students will follow the guidelines as
stated in the CHHS Student/Parent Handbook.
Please contact
me during my 4th block planning (1:45 – 3:15) at 737-6800 or e-mail
at Kimberly.Cardin@hardin.kyschools.us.
Please
note that Geometry is a state required course for graduation in Kentucky. If you do not pass this course you will be
required to retake the course.