Curriculum 2.0 Honors Geometry – Course Syllabus 2015-2016 Mrs. Murray ()

Curriculum 2.0 Honors Geometry – Course Syllabus 2015-2016
Mrs. Murray ([email protected])
OVERVIEW
Curriculum 2.0 (C2.0) Geometry formalizes and extends students’ geometric experiences
from the elementary and middle school grades. Students explore more complex
geometric situations and deepen their understanding of geometric relationships,
progressing towards formal mathematical arguments. Instruction at this level will focus
on the understanding and application of congruence as a basis for developing formal
proofs; the relationship among similarity, trigonometry, and triangles; the relationships
between two- and three-dimensional objects and their measurements; exploration of
geometric descriptions and equations for conic sections; and application of geometric
concepts in modeling situations.
UNITS OF STUDY
Unit 1: Constructions, Congruence, and Transformations
Topics of Study
Topic 1: Foundations of Euclidean Geometry
Topic 2: Rigid Transformations
Topic 3: Congruence and Triangles
Topic 4: Proofs and Applications
Unit 2: Similarity, Right Triangles, and Trigonometry
Topics of Study
Topic 1: Similarity
Topic 2: Right Triangles and Trigonometry
Unit 3: Extending to Three Dimensions
Topic of Study
Topic 1: Three Dimensional Measurement
Unit 4: Coordinate Geometry
Topics of Study
Topic 1: Coordinate Geometry
Topic 2: Parabolas and Circles
Unit 5: Circles
Topics of Study
Topic 1: Circles and Angles
Topic 2: Points of Concurrency
Topic 3: Arc Length and Area
*Units 1 and 2 will be completed in Semester 1 and assessed on the Semester 1A Final
Exam in January. Units 3-5 will be completed in Semester 2 and assessed on the
Semester 1B Final Exam in June.
FINAL GRADE CALCULATION
Final Grade = 90% of Overall Achievement Grade + 10% of Overall Assignment
Completion Grade
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Achievement grades reflect achievement of the MCPS indicators only.
Achievement assignment grades are calculated by dividing points earned by total
points possible and are based on a percentage scale of A=90-100%, B=80-89%,
C=70-79%, D=60-69%, and E=0-59%.
Achievement grades are defined by: Quizzes, Formative Assessments, Projects
Students are assigned a grade of 0% on an assessment or reassessment if they
do not meet the Basic Requirements (see below) as determined by the grade
level, subject area teachers. No grades between 0% and 50% are assigned
to individual assessments or reassessments.
There are NO Extra Credit or Bonus assignments.
Assignment Completion grades are included in the Final Grade calculation as
shown above and reported as a Learning Skills grade.
Students will have multiple opportunities to attempt course objectives and
indicators, to receive feedback on performance, and/or to meet with a teacher
for additional instruction prior to assessments or reassessments.
Any assignment may be graded for Achievement and/or Assignment
Completion.
Homework for practice or preparation is included in the Assignment
Completion grade. Homework evaluated for achievement (learning) is
included in the Achievement calculation.
Grades are updated at least every two weeks on Edline.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
When using percentages, teachers assign a grade no lower than 50% to an
Achievement assignment that meets the basic requirements of the task/assessment.
Teachers assign a grade of 0% to an Achievement assignment that does not meet
the basic requirements. The basic requirements are determined by teachers based
on various factors (including but not limited to assignment completion, pattern(s)
of errors, lack of clarity, and evidence of thought) that show the student has begun
to understand the information or concept, as measured by indicator.
REASSESSMENT
Students will have at least one opportunity for reassessment per unit of study.
Reassessments are given for formatives only, not quizzes. Students will be told which
formatives can be reassessed at the beginning of each topic. The reassessment grade
replaces the original grade.
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LATE WORK
A due date is the date students are expected to submit an assignment. Any
Achievement assignment turned in after the due date will be penalized one
letter grade.
A deadline is the last date a teacher will accept an assignment (or the date the
teacher returns graded assignments). An Achievement assignment not turned
in or turned in after the deadline date will not earn credit (0%).
Any Assignment Completion assignment that is provided for practice or
preparation must be completed on time for full credit. Any late or incomplete
Assignment Completion assignment may receive a 0%.
Students who have excused absences have a responsibility to make up missed
assignments. Teachers will assist students in making up their assignments and
set appropriate deadlines.
All due dates and deadline dates will be announced and may be the same date.
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
In order for all students to maximize their learning experience in this class,
students are required to follow all class rules and procedures as well as the Rocky
Hill Middle School and MCPS code of conduct. My expectations include:
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P-“Prepared” Come to class prepared everyday (on time, with all materials,
ready to learn/participate)
R-“Respectful” Be respectful to everyone in the classroom (this includes
other students, the teacher, the classroom itself, and yourself—NO
EXCEPTIONS WILL BE TOLERATED)
I-“Involved” Always do your work (set and meet your own academic goals,
reach beyond your potential, don’t ever give up)
D-“Disciplined” For quizzes and tests, study (yes, study means study)
E-“Effective Effort” Have a positive attitude for learning. Make an effort;
Come for extra help as needed; And take responsibility for your actions.
MATERIALS
Every student will be required to bring the following materials to class EVERYDAY:
Binder
Pens
Calculator
Pencils
Paper
Compass
Erasers
Journal
*TI-84 or TI-83+ graphing calculator is highly recommended for Honors Geometry.
All students MUST have their own graphing calculator. If you are purchasing a
graphing calculator for the first time, please purchase a TI-84. Students may borrow
TI-83 calculators from the school, for a refundable deposit, although they are limited
in supply. Please contact me for more information. Students must have their
calculators every day in class; they will NOT be supplied.
EXTRA HELP
Be sure to talk to me ahead of time to make an appointment to come in, so that I am
available to help you when you come. The best time for extra help is in the morning
beginning at 7:50 a.m.
COMMUNICATION
Please feel free to contact me at any time if you have any questions or concerns. Expect
occasional contact from me throughout the year. The best way to contact me is through email. I
will respond as soon as possible, but definitely within 24 hours. It is important to me to not only
build strong, personal relationships with my students, but with parents as well.
I will be using Remind.com to communicate important information with students and parents.
Please see the directions on the back of this packet to sign up.