Geometry
Teacher: Ms. Lundblad
Room: 410
Prerequisite: Algebra I with a C or better
Course Description: The primary role of geometry at the high school level is to develop and explore visualization, transformations, measurement, reasoning and proof, and similarity. This course utilizes the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. CCSSM set college and career readiness as the goal for all students.
Materials Required: 1. Scientific calculator TI – 30X II S is suggested
2. Lined paper and graph paper
3. Pencils and eraser
4. 3 ring binder with 5 Dividers
5. Textbook: Pearson
6. Compass and straight edge
Standard Grading Policy: Grades are based on tests, homework, quizzes, warm-ups, notes and projects. Tests account for 80% of the grade, homework accounts for 10%, and the remaining 10% may include but is not limited to quizzes, warm-ups, notes, textbook checks and/or activities. At the discretion of the Geometry teachers, at the end of the semester, the decision will be made if we are dropping one non-zero test score. If the team decides in favor of this, all students who have completed 80% or more of their homework may be allowed to drop their lowest test score, not including the final. Any student who has completed less than 80% of the homework will forfeit this privilege.
Grading scale: Effort grades will be based on work turned in as follows:
A: 90 -100% O: 90% or more turned in
B: 80 - 89% S: 70% or more turned in
C: 70 - 79% N: 50% or more turned in
D: 60 - 69% U: less than 50% turned in
F: 0 - 59%
Citizenship grades are based on classroom behavior.
Homework Policy: When homework is assigned, it is to be completed prior to the next class meeting. The homework will be reviewed in class at the next class meeting and questions on problems will be answered at that time. Each assignment is worth 4 points. Students will receive a stamp and full credit if and only if the assignment is complete. Late assignments will be accepted until the day of the test for that unit, for half credit. Once a chapter has been completed, no more late assignments will be accepted.
Make-up Policy: It is the responsibility of the student to find out what he or she missed during the absence. Assignments can be found at the Los Al High webpage under my name. Missed assignments including quizzes, homework, notes and warm-ups must be made up within the same amount of days as were missed. Missed tests will be taken before or after school as soon as possible, but always before the next test. If a student is truant from class on a test day, they will be given a zero for that test.
Attendance Policy and Dress Code: All Los Alamitos attendance policies, including truancies and tardies, will be followed and can be found in the Student and Parent Handbook. The dress code, also found in the handbook, will be enforced.
Cell Phone and iPod Policy: All Los Alamitos cell phone and iPod policies will be followed and can be found in the Student and Parent Handbook. Cell Phone, ipods, and electronic devices are to remain off and out of site during my class. Cell phones can be used during nutrition and lunch.
Cheating Policy: Cheating is a very serious offense and will not be tolerated. Students will abide by the Academic Honesty Code found in the Student and Parent Handbook . A student who is in possession of, but not limited to, a cheat sheet, notes, copies of an exam, cell phone, iPod or their text book, during a testing situation is cheating. If these items are found prior to the distribution of the test or quiz, it is considered “intent to cheat.” The student will hand these items over and be allowed to take the test or quiz, but their grade will be lowered 10%. If these items are found during the test or quiz, the student will receive a zero with no possibility of regaining any of those points. They will also be referred to their counselor, the event noted on their permanent record and receive an N for citizenship. The giving or receiving of information during a testing situation will have the same consequences listed above.
Classroom Rules:
1. Every student will be in their seat when the bell rings and remain there until dismissal.
2. Every student will bring all of their supplies to class every day.
3. There is to be no talking when the teacher or another person giving a presentation is talking.
4. Every student will participate daily by working diligently.
5. Students will show each other and the teacher respect.
Failure to follow these rules will result in a detention, a call home or other disciplinary action.
Conference period: I have 6th period conference. If you have any questions or concerns, e-mail is the best way to contact me at . Phone messages may also be left at (562) 799 - 4780 ext. 82410.
Students may come in after school if they need extra help.
Sincerely,
Ms. Lundblad
Suggestions for Monitoring Student Progress
Question Way to find the Answer
What is the homework? Check assignment on homework calendar or website
Did the homework get checked? Check for a stamp on the homework calendar
When is the next test? Check for test date on the homework calendar or website
What did you learn today? Check warm-ups and notes in notebook
What grade did you get for assignments? Check the returned work or grade website
What grade are you getting in the class? Check the grades posted in the classroom or website
How often are grades updated? After every test (about every 2 weeks)