GEOMETRY SYLLABUS AND POLICIES

PREREQUISITES: Algebra I, Applied Algebra or Applied Geometry

OBJECTIVE AND TOPICS: Students will master concepts of Euclidean geometry, solve problems, and use geometric tools.

TEXT: Glencoe Geometry ($48 value)

REQUIRED MATERIALS THAT STUDENTS MUST PROVIDE: scientific calculator (Texas Instruments preferred), pencils, graph paper, 3-ring notebook, protractor, ruler, drawing compass, 9x11 glass picture frame, white t-shirt, $3 fee for
camera film. Pencils, protractors, and rulers can be purchased here at school if needed.

HOMEWORK: No late homework accepted. ISS students assume same responsibilities as in-class students. Excused students are given an extra day to make up work without being reminded by teacher, and must take tests with other students. Work must be neat and in pencil.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT: Students who hinder the learning environment due to prohibited actions (gum chewing, eating, sleeping, etc.) or disruption (socializing, physical horseplay) or vandalism will be written up and parents will be contacted. Please write a number where you (parents/guardian) are reachable during the day at the bottom of the page.

ASSISTANCE: Students can get help from me in class or after school.

GRADING: Each quarter:

Daily work 30% (lowest grade dropped)

Tests 30% (lowest grade dropped)

Final Exam 20% (1st quarter only)

Geometry Art Projects and field trips10 % (cannot be "made up")

3-ring 2 inch wide Notebook 10% (due the 8th week of each quarter)

Semester grade: 42.5% for each quarter , and 15% based on the Georgia End-of-Course Exam