Course Standards

Mr. Dixon's Class Standards and Expectations

Welcome to A.P. Calculus! The following information should give you an idea of what I expect from you and what you can expect from me this semester.

Four Simple Rules

• Be There - Arrive on time and be prepared to learn.
• Respect Yourself and Others - Be courteous and unselfish.
• Bring No Extras - Leave all food, drinks, hats, toys, and other distracting items at home.
• Take Responsibility for Your Own Learning- If you are confused or do not understand something please do not hesitate to ask questions either in class, during lunch, or after school. You are the person who is best able to judge how well you understand the material. If you need help, just ask!
• Note: I do not write passes for students leaving my classroom late. You are welcome to stay after class to answer questions, but you may have to arrive late to your next class without a pass

Materials

You must have your book, pencil, and a graphing calculator with you when you walk in the door each day.

When You're Absent

It is your responsibility to find out what assignments and notes you missed while out of class. You need to complete all missed assignments and obtain copies of notes for the days you were absent. If you are absent the day of a test, be ready to take it your first day back (unless you've been gone more than two days). You will not have the opportunity to make-up missed quizzes. If you miss class due to a field trip or assembly, you are not excused from the day's assignment and must contact someone in the class to find out what is due the next day.

Assignments

Assignments from the previous day should be out and ready to be checked off at the beginning of the period. Every assignment will be discussed the next day in class. You are expected to check answers of odd-numbered problems and make corrections on problems missed before you come to class. I will grade most assignments based on completion only (not right and wrong answers). If you were not absent and turn in a late assignment, it will receive, at most, half credit. Students missing more than two homework assignments in a quarter will not be eligible for extra credit for that quarter.

Tests

Tests will always be announced well in advance, quizzes may not be. Some portions of a test may require a graphing calculator, whereas others prohibit the use of calculator.

Grading

Grades are computed based on tests, quizzes, daily assignments, and miscellaneous activities such as lab activities and writing assignments and projects.

The approximate percentage of your final grade attributed to each of the categories is as follows:

10% Assignments

65% Quizzes and Tests

15% Final Exam

10% Class Work/Group Work

I assign letter grades by the following scale:

A 90-100%

B 80-89.9%

C 70-79.9%

D 60-69.9%

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