2009-2010 – Mr. Mathews - Policies and Expectations (Honors Geometry)

Course Description: Students will learn to think logically and apply geometrical ideas.

General Expectations:

1) Be in class and seated when the bell rings, otherwise you are considered tardy.

2) Bring all necessary materials to class everyday – math book, Medina agenda book, notebook, pencil, and calculator.

*A scientific or graphing calculator is required (The TI-83 plus or better is recommended for Honors Geometry).

3) Raise your hand and wait for permission before talking or getting out of your seat.

4) Respect other people and others’ property in the classroom.

5) All work must be done in pencil.

6) Students are required to have a compass and a straightedge tool.

7) *Textbook must be covered by Monday, August 31^st and remain covered all year

Tardy Policy:

* 1^st tardy = warning, 2^nd tardy = detention, 3^rd = detention, 4^th = ASD

Homework Policy:

*Homework is assigned for every section. It will be due the next day, unless otherwise stated. Credit will be given for an honest attempt. Homework must always be done in pencil in a neat and organized fashion.

1. All problems written out (except word problems) and work shown.

2. Skip lines between problems and circle answers.

3. Name and page # written in the upper right hand corner.

I will check homework daily and might even collect it as a quiz grade.

Homework Packets

You are required to keep all the homework for the current chapter and turn it in, in order, on the day of the chapter test. If the packet is complete, then you will receive 15 points. Each missing homework assignment lowers score by 3 pts. For every daily missed homework, but done for the packet, lowers your score by 1 pt.

Make-up Work (excused absence only)

You will be given a grace period equal to the # of days you are absent to make-up work or a test. It’s your responsibility to find out what you have missed, arrange for its completion, and turn it in. All quizzes and tests must be made up on your own time. ** If you are absent the day before a test or quiz you will be required to take the test immediately upon your return.

Grading Policy:

% of Quarter grade

Homework: 0 pts. (not completed) or 5 pts.

Homework packet: 15 pts. 20% combined

Quizzes 5 to 85 points each (1 to 3 per chapter) 30%

Tests 100 points each (1 to 2 per chapter) 50%

Participation and extra credit points can improve your grade.

Grading Scale by percentage:

97-100 A+, 93-96 A, 90-92 A-, 87-89 B+, 83-86 B, 80-82 B-,

77-79 C+, 73-76 C, 70-72 C-, 67-69 D+, 63-66 D, less than 63 F

Extra Credit:

*There will be opportunities for extra credit. Extra credit points will be put towards the homework grade. Don’t hesitate to ask me for extra credit.

*DO NOT wait until you fall way behind before seeking help. Talk to me ASAP so that we can make arrangements to get you back on track before it’s too late!

I can be reached via e-mail at mathewsb@mail.mcsoh.org (Preferred)
I can be reached via voice mail: call 330-636-2000 voice box 9239.

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Sign and Return by Monday, August 31^st – You may add comments/questions on the back.

We have read, and understand, the policies and expectations outlined above.

Student Signature_________________________________ Student Name ______________________

Parent/Guardian __________________________________ Name _____________________________

The best time for Mr. Mathews to reach me (parent/guardian) is _________________

at the following number (s) _____________________________

*Parents Don't Forget - Open House is Thursday, Sept. 10^th at 7:00 PM - Hope to meet you then!