Welcome to Common Core Regents Geometry! This document will outline my expectations for you and the class as a whole as well as lay some of the ground rules for the classroom. Please make sure to read carefully.
Supplies:
Pencil, pen, eraser
Binder and loose leaf paper (Please divide the binder into two sections: note and homework)
Compass, ruler
Graphing calculator (TI-84 Plus, TI-84, etc.)
*No food or drink except water is allowed in the classroom.
School Supplied Textbook:
McDougal Littell Jurgensen Geometry: Student Edition 2000 / Edition 5 ISBN-13:9780395977279
Preparing for the Regents Examination Geometry by Andres and Bernstein ISBN-13: 9781567655995
Attendance: It is very important to come to class on time. You are required to attend all classes, prepared and willing to participate in the lesson. If you do miss a class, you must present a Bronx Science absence note signed by your parent or guardian when you return, and you are responsible for making up the notes and the homework that you missed.
Participation: Students are expected to participate in class by listening attentively, actively taking notes, and solving problems. Students are encouraged to ask and answer questions and will have the opportunity to collaborate with their peers. Every member of the class is expected to participate in a positive, supportive and respectful manner.
Homework: Homework assignments are given daily, and they will be checked the following day. The assignment will always be posted on the class website. Keeping up with daily assignments is essential to the success of your learning. If you find yourself having difficulty with any assignment, seek help! You must show all work in order to receive full credit on the homework.
Exams: There will be at least two full-period exams per marking period, which will both be announced with at least three days’ advance notice. Exams will only be given on Fridays—quizzes, if any, can be given any day, but will be announced in advance. If you miss an exam due to medical reasons, it is your responsibility to provide me with an excuse note and to arrange a make-up exam as soon as possible. Cheating or any sort of academic dishonesty on an exam will not be tolerated and will result in an immediate zero as well as disciplinary action.
Help/Tutoring: Don't be afraid to ask questions during class and take advantage of the Small Group Instruction if you need any help. The hours will be posted on this website as soon as it become available. I encourage all of you to stop by if you have any questions. If you cannot come during that time, i am also available by appointment. Please seek help as soon as possible, do not wait until the last minute.
Grading:
15% Homework
15% Participation
60% Exams/Quizzes
10% Midyear/Final Regents Exams
Health-Related Procedures (during COVID): Please observe the following while you are in the school building:
Stay home if you feel sick
Wear a mask
Cough or sneeze into a tissue or use your elbow. Clean your hands promptly after
Socially distance yourselves from other when possible
Wash your hands with soap and water frequently
Use hand sanitizer frequently
Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to monitor their child's progress online and may contact me anytime.