GEOMETRY SYLLABUS

Instructor: Ms. Ash

Phone: (586) 723-2958
*Email: cash@cvs.k12.mi.us *preferred & quickest method of contact, response within 2
school days

Rules and Expectations

Come to class prepared. Please be respectful. So that means remaining in your seat, raising your hand, and not lining up
at the door. Electronic devices are to be put away during instruction. During classroom work time, phone are allowed for
listening to music with the use of headphones. Only beverages with fully closed lids are allowed in the classroom. Do
your own work. Refer to the academic honesty policy described in the student code of conduct.

Extra Credit
Extra credit opportunities are offered to the entire class, they will not be offered on an individual basis. Extra credit will
not exceed more than 5% of the overall grade.

General Information
Homework will most likely be given to students in class, with time in class to finish it. Random
homework checks will be done for a grade.. Most homework can be obtained in advance, with
notice. I understand that things happen and things get in the way, so if you feel you have a
justified reason for an extension on an assignment do not hesitate to contact Ms. Ash. Notes and
in class activities are required. Grades can be accessed via PowerSchool and are updated at the
convenience of the teacher. Ms. Ash is available before and after school by appointment for
additional help. Ms. Ash wants every student to succeed so she will be accommodating and
flexible with times that work best for the student.

Absences
Check the class calendar for absent work. Homework that is due the day of your absence should be turned in the day
you return. It is your responsibility to obtain, and/or make arrangements to do so, any missed notes, work, or activities
for the time you were absent. Generally, you have 1-2 days per absence to turn in homework.

Class Specific Materials

 Highlighters or colored pencils (these materials can be provided in class)

 Protractor (provided in class)
 Compass (provided in class))
 Pen for correcting, preferably not black or blue
 Folder or binder to keep notes, activities, and handouts organized
 Scientific Calculator (not TI-30XA or TI-Nspire CAS)
 Textbooks are not required
Let Ms. Ash know ASAP if you need assistance in obtaining the course materials.

Calculators
Each student is responsible for having their own calculator. They are not to be shared with another student on any
assessment or quiz.

Consequences
Consequences vary and are based on the severity, frequency, attitude, and context of the misconduct. Consequences
are at the discretion of the teacher and may include the following, or a progression thereof:
 Verbal Warning
 Student Conference
 Call Home
 Referral to the office (extreme misconduct will result to an automatic referral)

Grading Scale
90 – 100 A Weighted Categories
87 - 89 Unit Assessments 60%
B+
80 - 86 B Formative Assess. 30%
77 - 79 Assignments 10%
C+
70 - 76 C
67 - 69 Final Grade+
D+
63 - 66 D Q1 40%
60 - 62 Q2 40%
D-
Below 60 F Exam 20%
+
Failing 2 of the 3 will not
earn credit for the
semester.
ASSIGNMENTS (10%) UNIT ASSESSMENTS (60%)
 Includes any  Minimum 2-day notice is
homework, given before all tests.
corrections, or in-  If you are absent the day of
class assignment to an assessment you will take
which points are it the day you return.
given and
homework or
 Testing Aides (index cards,
formula sheets, etc) will not
partner quizzes.
be allowed. Specific
 Points on quiz formulas may be provided
and/or test as needed within the
corrections may be assessment
earned back until A single absence on the day of the
date listed in review is not justified cause to
PowerSchool postpone taking the test
(typically one week)
 No Work = No Credit
(teacher discretion)
 Grading based on
completion vs.
accuracy is to the
teacher’s discretion.
 The teacher
reserves the right to
collect and grade
assignments at their
own discretion.

FORMATIVE TEST
ASSESSMENTS (30%) RETAKES
 Includes quizzes and  You are allowed one test
checkpoints. retake per quarter. The
 No retakes on retake days & times will be
quizzes. announced & posted in
class. You cannot retake a
 Checkpoints may be
test if you did not complete
retaken, but
the corrections & the retake
corrections must
assignment prior to the
have been made
retake day.
prior, and are at the
convenience of the  Eligibility to retake a test
 teacher/class requires that the unit
schedule. review and the retake pre-
 Testing Aides (index assignment are completed
cards, formula prior to taking a retaking.
sheets, etc) will not  The most recent test score
be allowed. Specific is entered into
formulas may be PowerSchool, not the
provided as needed highest.
within the If a retake is missed or the
assessment. requirements are not completed,
the opportunity will be forfeited.

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TOPICS ESSENTIAL CONTENT
1. Vocab Intro & & SKILLS
Segments (From MI Math
2. Transformations Standards)
3. Angle Relationships1. Make sense of problems
4. Polygons and persevere in solving
5. Triangles them.
6. Congruent 2. Reason abstractly and
Triangles quantitatively.
7. Similarity 3. Construct viable
8. Trigonometry arguments and critique
9. Right Triangles the reasoning of others.
10. Circles 4. Model with mathematics.
11. Area 5. Use appropriate tools
12. Surface Area and strategically.
Volume 6. Attention to precision.
7. Look for and make use of
structure.
8. Look for and express
regularity in repeated
reasoning.
In Geometry, these practice standards
will be emphasized through
 Using basic  Exploring geometric
language, tools of concepts with
geometry, plane constructions using
geometry and traditional tools and
coordinate technology
geometry  Using right triangle
 Using logical trigonometry
reasoning and proof  Using transformational
 Using angle geometry
relationships  Using circle properties
 Using polygons  Using 3-Dimensional
 Using congruent figures
and similar triangles

Show your Cougar PRIDE in the

Classroom!
 -Know expectations and directions
-Have materials prepared before the bell

Prepared -Be proactive with your work and

communication
-Focus on the current class material
-Have ID easily accessible
-Listen for understanding
-Raise your hand to speak

Respectful -Be respectful of others and property

-Engage in positive behaviors
-Use electronic devices for educational
purposes at teacher’s discretion
-Use class time for its intended purposes
-Use your inside voice
Integrity -Engage in academic honesty
-See something say something (to a staff
member)
-Keep yourself and others accountable to
high standards

Dedication -Commit to the Code of Conduct

-Focus on academic growth and learning
-Maintain cleanliness and dispose of trash
and recycling
-Be kind with words and actions

Empathy -Respect everyone and their

opinions/experiences
-Foster a safe, positive environment

Syllabus Agreement Form

Only turn in this page!!
Return by Friday 31st of January 2020

By signing this form you indicate your understanding of and agree to abide
by the classroom rules, policies, and expectations, as well the
consequences.

I have completed the following tasks:

_______ read the course syllabus and classroom expectations

Student Name (Print): ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________

Class Hour: ________________

Student Signature: _________________________________________________________________

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