Geometry CP Syllabus
Instructor: Josh Porter
Course Title: Algebra 2 CP
Email: jbporter@greenville.k12.sc.us
Room: B219
Phone: 355-6654 (voice mail)
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 3:45 PM-4:15 PM
My Schedule:
Fall: Spring:
1st Block - Planning 1st Block - Algebra 2 CP
2nd Block - Precalculus H 2nd Block - Planning
3rd Block - Algebra 2 CP 3rd Block - Geometry CP
4th Block -Precalculus H 4th Block - Geometry CP
Course Description
The prerequisite for Geometry is Algebra I. This year long virtual course will further develop mathematical reasoning skills as well as an understanding of geometric properties of two and three-dimensional figures.
Required Materials:
3-ring notebook
Notebook paper
Chromebook (fully charged each day)
Pencils
Scientific or Graphing Calculator (TI-83, TI-84, or TI-84 Plus Recommended)
Classroom Expectations:
1. Be on time. Students should be seated and ready to work when the bell begins to ring.
2. Be prepared. Come to class daily with all required materials, including a charged Chromebook and completed assignments.
3. Be respectful. Students are expected to act respectfully to other students and the teacher. This includes refraining from disruptive behavior, inappropriate language, remaining seated in your assigned seat and following directions from the teacher. Students should also keep the classroom neat and clean.
4. Be involved in class. Your success in this class depends heavily on your participation and involvement in classroom activities. Students should refrain from actions that prevent active participation in class, such as sleeping and doing work from other classes.
All Policies in the Student Handbook will be enforced.
Consequences:
First offense, verbal warning.
Second offense, parent contact.
Third offense, detention.
Thereafter, administrative referral.
Grading Policy/Practices:
60% Major Grades (Tests, Projects) 30% Minor Grades (Quizzes, Activities) 10% Homework (Weekly Assignments)
SC Grading Scale:
A: 90-100 B: 80-89 C: 70-79 D: 60-69 F: 51-59
Missed Work/Make Up Policy: School policy
Tardy Policy: School policy
Textbook: South Carolina Carnegie Learning
Course Outline
Quarter 1:
Coordinate Geometry
Transformations
Segment Measures
Angle Measures
Reasoning
Parallel Lines
Congruent Triangles
Quarter 2:
Quadrilaterals
Similar Triangles
Special Right Triangles
Trigonometry
Circles
2D and 3D Figures
This syllabus is subject to change in order to meet the needs of the students.