Calculus (2nd)

NOTE (Tentatively): Please do not exceed a total 60 minutes, outside of the instruction, on this class. If you are having any trouble understanding the content, please contact me for additional help.

Calculus is a GREAT course, but it is also very difficult by nature. I exercise an open door policy and strongly urge students to see me for additional tutoring as often as needed. If two or three days of class pass and you find yourself confused, PLEASE see me for additional help. NEVER go any longer than three days (and I really suggest only two to be safe) without seeking assistance. I also suggest that parents/guardians contact me as soon as you feel your child is experiencing a prolonged period of difficulty. Communication is essential and can alleviate much of the stress that is created by the difficulty of the content material. If you have any questions or concerns in regard to the course or in general please do not hesitate to contact me.

2026-2027 Assignments/Homework (Tentative): When possible, deadlines in relation to major assignments will be established in collaboration with the class and instructor. All assignments are to be submitted when class begins on the respective due date. If assigned due dates create major conflicts please tell me in advance and we will attempt to make alterations (if possible).

August 11 (Day 1):

First Day of School (Welcome Back)

Homework: 2.2-2.3 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

August 12 (Day 2):

Due: 2.2-2.3 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

In-Class: Lesson 2.5 & Start 2.6 (Tentative)

Homework: 2.5 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Handout 2.2, 2.3, 2.5 (for student use-Great preparation for your next quiz)

NOTE: As always, please do not exceed the time limit

August 13 (Day 3):

Due: 2.5 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Homework: 2.1 & 2.6 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:))))) RECALL: Average Velocity = slope of the secant line

NOTE: Understand Handout 2.2, 2.3, 2.5 (for student use-Great preparation for this week’s quiz)

August 14 (Day 4):

Tentative: Introductory quiz over 2.2 (Do not panic: prepare, do your best and you will be fine). In the event you have any concerns, I will be available well before class begins to answer questions (don't stress out). Do not feel obligated to arrive early, but you are welcome to come in if needed

Due: 2.1 & 2.6 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Homework: 2.7 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

August 17 (Day 5):

Due: 2.7 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

In-Class: Lesson 2.8

In-Class: Handout 2.7 (for student use-Great preparation for this week’s quiz)

In-Class: Exit Ticket 2.8 & 2.8 Let's Try It

Homework: Study for tomorrow’s Quiz over (2.2, 2.3, & 2.5)

August 18 (Day 6):
Quiz over (2.2, 2.3, & 2.5)

Homework: 3.1 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Note: You should be reviewing the sin(x), cos(x), and tan(x) for x = 0, 30, 45, 60, and 90 degrees (along with radian equivalents)

August 19 (Day 7):
Due: 3.1 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Homework: 3.2 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

Note: You should be reviewing the sin(x), cos(x), and tan(x) for x = 0, 30, 45, 60, and 90 degrees (along with radian equivalents)

August 20 (Day 8):

Due: 3.2 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…In the event you can’t upload your work, please bring your work to class to turn in (Please don’t worry, we will figure it out-I promise:)))))

In-Class: Handout 3.1-3.2

Homework: Study for Quiz 2.1-2.3, 2.5-2.7

NOTE: You should be reviewing the sin(x), cos(x), and tan(x) for x = 0, 30, 45, 60, and 90 degrees (along with radian equivalents)

August 21 (Day 9):

Quiz 2.1-2.3, 2.5-2.7

In-Class: 3.3 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…Please do #1-9, 11-14. Show all your work on your own paper

Homework: None:)))

August 24 (Day 10):

Due: Nothing:))))

Homework: 3.4 & 3.6 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

August 25 (Day 11):

Due: 3.4 & 3.6 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

In-Class: Review 3.1-3.4 & Lesson 3.5 Intro.

Homework: Handout 3.1-3.4

We may take Quiz 3.2 in class today (Please don’t study, let’s just see how it goes:)))))). The grade will be optional

August 26:

Due: Handout 3.1-3.4

In-Class: Review 3.1-3.4 & Lesson 3.5 Intro.

We may take Quiz 3.2 in class today (Please don’t study, let’s just see how it goes:)))))). The grade will be optional

In-Class: Test 2 Short Review

Homework: Study for Chapter 2 Test

August 27:
In-Class: Lesson 3.5

In-Class: Review Chapter 2

Homework: Study for Chapter 2 Test

August 28:

In-Class: Test 2

In-Class: We will Start Section 3.7

In-Class: Start 3.5 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

Homework: None:)))))

August 31:

In-Class: Finish 3.5 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

In-Class: Finish Lesson 3.7

Homework: 3.7 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

Derivative Handout: This assignment is optional (You are not required to complete the entire packet, but I may assign select problems. Complete understanding of each problem is certainly required. The ability to take and understand derivatives is essential for success in calculus. This handout is great preparation for quizzes and tests. As with all concepts, if you do not completely understand the material PLEASE see me for additional help). If you need additional problems relating to the chain rule look at the following problems: 3,8,12,19,22-24,28, 29, 31,34,35,39,42,43

September 1:

Due: 3.7 Let’s Try It (this is located in Canvas)…

In-Class: Higher Derivatives

In-Class: Correct any mistakes on Chapter 2 Test

In-Class (Tentative): Lesson on Inverse Derivatives

Homework (This will be very short): Study for Quiz over 3.1-3.4 and trigonometry values (this quiz may also have some questions similar to those on the chapter 2 test)

NOTE (If you need additional practice) Derivative Handout: This assignment is optional (You are not required to complete the entire packet, but I may assign select problems. Complete understanding of each problem is certainly required. The ability to take and understand derivatives is essential for success in calculus. This handout is great preparation for quizzes and tests. As with all concepts, if you do not completely understand the material PLEASE see me for additional help). If you need additional problems relating to the chain rule look at the following problems: 3,8,12,19,22-24,28, 29, 31,34,35,39,42,43

Homework: Study for Quiz 3.1-3.4

September 2:

In-Class: Quiz over 3.1-3.4

Review v(t) & a(t)

Handout 3.3 (Own you Own)

In-Class: Handout (Derivative of inverse functions)

In-Class: We will likely start Section 3.9

Derivative Handout: This assignment is optional (You are not required to complete the entire packet, but I may assign select problems. Complete understanding of each problem is certainly required. The ability to take and understand derivatives is essential for success in calculus. This handout is great preparation for quizzes and tests. As with all concepts, if you do not completely understand the material PLEASE see me for additional help). If you need additional problems relating to the chain rule look at the following problems: 3,8,12,19,22-24,28, 29, 31,34,35,39,42,43

Homework: Higher Derivatives Let’s Try It

September 3:

Due: Higher Derivatives Let’s Try It

In-Class: Finish/Correct Quiz 3.4

In-Class: Application (Tentative)

Note: Nothing is assigned, but please make sure you understand you understand our Chapter 3 lesson. If you have any questions, please let me know. I am always happy to help:)))))

September 4:

In-Class: Lesson 3.9

In-Class: 3.9 Let’s Try It

September 7: Labor Day