Eleanor Roosevelt High School
EleanorRooseveltHigh School
Geometry Honors Course Syllabus 2012-2013
Mr. Yu
(951) 738-2100 Ext. 1311
Welcome to Geometry Honors! I have listed some of the basic course requirements as well as study habits, grading policies, and materials, which will result in your success in the course. The three most important behaviors are: good attendance, completing homework and class work, and taking notes during class.
Course Objectives:Supplies Needed:
Congruencetextbook (needed every class)
Definitions and Postulatespencils
Reasoning and Proofs3-ring binder (just for geometry)
Parallel and Perpendicular Lines2 notebooks (just for geometry)
Trianglesdry erase markers
Quadrilateralshighlighters
Inequalities in Geometry
Similarity
Circles
Surface Area and Volume of Geometric Solids
Polygons
Trigonometry
Homework, Class Work:
In order to succeed in Geometry Honors, it is essential that homework be completed neatly, in pencil, with all work shown. No late work will be accepted unless it is due to an excused absence. Work missed due to absence should be turned in the next class period. In the event of a lengthy absence, see me to make special arrangements if needed.
Grading Scale:
The following types of assessment will be used and weighted to determine your final grade.
Tests45%
Quizzes25%
Homework, Projects, Notes20%
& Weekly Standard Reviews
Final Exam10%
The grading scale will be the standard of the Eleanor Roosevelt Math Department:
100 - 90% = A
89 - 80% = B
79 - 70% = C
69 - 65% = D
Below 65% is failing
Tests and Quizzes:
Announced and unannounced quizzes will be given regularly. Tests will be scheduled at the conclusion of every chapter. If you are absent on the day of a quiz or test, you will take the test the day you return.
There are no re-takes on tests and quizzes.
Classroom Guidelines:
Bring required material to class.
Be in assigned seat, ready to work, when the tardy bell rings.
No socializing during lectures, no profanity, put-downs, or other disrespectful behavior to teacher or classmates.
No eating, drinking (except water), or chewing gum in class.
NO IPOD OR CELL PHONE USE IN CLASS!! I understand we all have them but you do not need to use them in class. Parents should call the school and ask for the student in case of an emergency.
Tardy Policy
I will follow the school’s tardy policy. The first tardy will result in a detention for one hour. The second and third tardy will be a one-hour detention and a phone call home. On the fourth tardy and each additional tardy, you will be given a referral to your designated Assistant Principal for a SaturdaySchool.
Extra Assistance:
Additional assistance will be available once a week before school starting at 7a.m. The day of the week depends on my schedule and will be announced to the class in advance. If you are struggling, then ask for help immediately before it’s too late!
Parent-Teacher Contact:
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at (951)738-2100 extension 1311 and leave a message.
You may also e-mail me at . Emails prompt a quicker response. Please allow 48 hours for phone messages and emails to be returned as my “prep” period only happens every other day.
Diligence and a positive attitude will bring you success!
Let’s have a great year together!
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