MS. RUFFLER and MRS. DOHERTY’S COURSE POLICY

Topics in Geometry

MATERIALS NEEDED:

Three ring binder

Folder

TI- 84 or TI-84+(highly recommended, but not required)

GRADES will be determined based on the following:

Tests and Quizzes 60%

Projects/labs20%

Homework10%

Class Participation 10%

100%

TESTS AND QUIZZES: After completion of a unit of study a major test will be given. These tests will be announced in advance. On occasion, there will be a “pop” quiz.

PROJECTS / LABS: Labs and/or projects will be assigned to reinforce the skills learned during the unit of study. Projects/labs are a major component of the grade.

HOMEWORK: You are to show all work on homework assignments. Full credit will not be given for homework that consists of answers only. You must make up all homework for which you were absent within one week from your return.Please refer to the North Salem Attendance Policy to determine if an absence is considered legal/illegal.

PARTICIPATION: You can earn up to 10 points a week towards your participation grade. Each day you will receive a 0, 1 or 2 grade based on your participation. This really encompasses more than class participation. Here are some of the ways to assure a good grade in this area.

  1. Be in class on time.
  2. Be prepared every day.
  3. Enthusiasm. Volunteer answers and ask question. Try every problem.
  4. This class is designed to be hands-on therefore; much of the class will include group work. Individuals will be given a weekly participation grade based on their effort.
  5. Be polite to your classmates.
  6. Absence may explain lower grades, but are not an excused

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I have read and I understand the course rules in Ms. Ruffler’s and Mrs. Doherty’s class. I agree to abide by them and to work to my best ability in learning math.

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