Pre-Calculus OHS 2014 GRADING SCALE MRS. TRACEY ROSEMEYER 97-100= A+ 77-79% = C+ MS. KATHY MENTINK 93-96 = A 73-76% = C 90-92 = A- 70-72% = C- 87-89 = B+ 67-69% = D+ 83-86 = B 63- 66% = D 80-82% = B- 60- 62% = D- welcome!! 1. MATERIALS NEEDED: A. A notebook for daily notes and assignments. B. A graphics calculator, if possible. (suggested models TI-83(plus), TI-84(plus)) C. A folder or 3-ring binder to organize handouts, quizzes, tests, etc. D. Pencils and erasers.

2. GRADING PROCEDURES A. Summative Assessments 1. A semester test at the end of each semester (20% of semester grade) 2. Chapter Projects / 7-8 Unit Tests per semester (80% of semester grade) B. Formative Assessments 1. There will be several formative assessments throughout the semester to assess where students are at. C. Re-takes may be earned under the following conditions: QUALIFIERS: a. 75% of the homework and the review has been completed prior to the first test. b. The corrections are completed prior to the re-take time and stapled to the back of the original test. The student needs to go over the corrections with me to show me they are ready to take the re-test. c. Re-takes should be completed before the next chapter test. d. The second score on the re-take will become the new score if all criteria was completed prior to the first test. e. If not the student must complete 100% of the homework, go over corrections prior to re-take, and will receive at best a 75%. D. “Open notes” for quizzes which are formative. Homework assignments are considered to be part of your notes. E. Quizzes may not be re-taken. F. Tests missed because of an excused absence should be made up the day you return to class. Make-up tests may be scheduled for any TIME and PLACE that is mutually convenient. Extensions for make-up tests may be granted on an individual basis for absences of 3 or more consecutive days. G. Daily note cards and participation 1. Approximately 1-2 days a week you will write on a note card the last few minutes of class. 2. This is a great way for me to get to know you and for you to have a voice so you can ask questions, make comments, or share concerns.

3. ATTENDANCE: A. Good attendance is VERY IMPORTANT for your success! B. Students eligible for RP: One or more unexcused absences or three or more unexcused tardies in a nine week period WILL result in low behavior grades.

4. EXPECTATIONS: A. Be prepared (have necessary materials, completed assignments). B. Be respectful of others at all times. C. Follow directions and learn from your mistakes! D. You should figure on a minimum of 30 minutes of homework outside of class. Some will be group work. I will always expect your best and in return, I will try to always give you my best!

5. EXTRA HELP: A. I am available for help before and after school, during prep hours, and lunch hours. Please come see me so I can help.

6. TIPS FOR SUCCESS: A. Do your homework assignments EVERY DAY, even if they are not graded. They are given to prepare you for graded assignments such as quizzes, tests, and projects. B. Don’t let yourself get behind. ASK FOR HELP RIGHT AWAY! C. Have confidence in yourself. Appreciate the opportunity to learn and improve! D. GOOD LUCK and have FUN! I look forward to a great year!

7. OUTLINE OF PRE-CALCULUS (Days are approximate) A. SEMESTER I 15 days Functions and Their Graphs Chapter 1 14 days Polynomial and Rational Functions Chapter 2 9 days Exponential/Logarithmic Functions Chapter 3 23 days Trigonometric Functions Chapter 4 14 days Analytic Geometry Chapter 5

B. SEMESTER II 15 days Additional Topics in Trigonometry Chapter 6 17 days Linear Systems and Matrices Chapter 7 14 days Sequences, Series, and Probability Chapter 8 21 days Topics in Analytic Geometry Chapter 9 6 days Analytic Geometry in 3 Dimensions Chapter 10 11 days Limits and Intro to Calculus Chapter 11

If you have ANY questions or concerns during the year, PLEASE feel free to stop by my room. GOOD LUCK AND LET’S HAVE A GREAT YEAR! 1st HOUR ALGEBRA II 2nd HOUR PREP 3rd HOUR ALGEBRA II 4thHOUR PREP 5th HOUR ALGEBRA II 6th HOUR PREP 7th HOUR PRE-CALCULUS 8th HOUR ALGEBRA II 9th HOUR PRE-CALCULUS