Welcome Academic Year 2015 – 2016 Analytic Geometry

About Me

Basic Info Hometown: Montego Bay, Jamaica W. I – Graduated Undergrad Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology 2006 – Graduated Graduate School Master’s Degree in Education & Minor Math

Teaching Info Previously taught courses: Algebra Algebra 2 Euclidean & Informal Geometry Mathematics 1 Mathematics 2 Mathematics 3 Currently teaching courses: Analytic Geometry Accelerated Analytic Geometry B /Advanced Algebra

Course Information

Course Description The fundamental purpose of Analytic Geometry is to formalize and extend the mathematics that students learned in the middle grades and throughout their freshman year in high school. This is the second course in a sequence of three high school courses designed to ensure career and college readiness. The course embodies a discrete study of geometry analyzed by means of algebraic operations with correlated probability/statistics applications and a bridge to the third course through algebraic topics. The high school standards are listed in conceptual categories including Number and Quantity, Algebra, Functions, Modeling, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. The critical areas, organized into units, deepen and extend understanding of similarity, congruence, and proofs.

In addition students will understand the relationships with special right triangles and the use of trigonometric ratios to solve problems. Students will interpret and analyze functions using different representations. Students will also develop a deeper understanding of circles and relationship with segments. Analytic Geometry uses geometry to deepen and extend understanding of geometric knowledge from prior grades. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course and, together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem situations. To view the standards that will be explored this year please visit Core/Common%20Core%20Frameworks/CCGPS_Math_9- 12_AnalyticGeometry_Standards.pdf Core/Common%20Core%20Frameworks/CCGPS_Math_9- 12_AnalyticGeometry_Standards.pdf Course Description

Course Goal The course goal is to prepare, take, and pass the Georgia Milestones with at least a 70 at the end of the academic year. The Georgia Milestones is a statewide standardized, assessment comprised of multiple choice and free response questions geared towards material learned throughout since the beginning of the year. You will be encouraged to prepare and do well on the Georgia Milestones all year round – the examination is 20% of course average.

Types of Course Assignments 1.Homework Assignments 2.Daily Checks 3.Quizzes 4.Tests 5.Final Exam

Homework Assignments Homework will be given almost every class. I will check it at least twice a week.

Daily Checks Skills Checks are graded assignments given after each concept. These online assignments will be given online on Daily checks are in-class assignments given after each concept. These will usually be just like homework assignments and you may use your notes and homework for assistance. Skills Checks

Quizzes Quizzes are in class assignments given after every 2 or 3 concepts. You may not use any notes, etc. for assistance.

Tests Tests are given after every unit. Final Comprehensive Exam will be at the end of academic year covering all topics in course.

CDA Expectations Stands for Common District Assessment Every Douglas County student enrolled in a high school math class will take the same exact test for that class. These grades entered in the gradebook cannot be curved. CDA’s are designed by teachers in the county. Very important CDA’s are used to place students in remediation or enrichment for ILT

Georgia Milestones Georgia Milestones will be comprehensive and given at the midterm of academic year.

Grading Plan Formative Assessments – 30% (Skills Checks, Daily Checks, Homework Assignments) Summative Assessment – 50% (Common Unit Assessment, Common District Assessment, Projects) Georgia Milestones – 20%

Class Rules & Procedures

Class Layout 1 st Warm – Up: minutes 2 nd Instructions: Bulk of the class time 3 rd Practice Problems: last 20 minutes of class 4 th Closure: summarizing of concept 5 th Homework presented

Class Rules 1.Follow all LSHS Rules & Policies 2.Be respectful to your instructors and your peers. 3.Be responsible for your own learning. 4.Arrive prepared and on time. 5.Keep workstations clean and neat. 6.Electronics are not allowed in class.

Class Consequence Chart Refer to Discipline Protocol on wall

Your Space & My Space Your spaces in the classroom are the student station, turn in table, and your individual desk. My spaces in the classroom are EVERYTHING else. Do not touch any part of my space unless requested by instructor.

Class Expectations & Policies

Class Policies No make up (or “do-overs”) for any assignment Extra credit will be given at the teachers discretion throughout the academic year. If you’re absent and missed any assignments, it is your responsibility to come after school to complete assignments or zero will be given. Late assignments are not accepted. Cheating on any assignment will result in a zero as the final grade and a discipline referral. All students are expected to seat in assigned seats at ALL times.

Course Expectations 1.Regular attendance in the class is important for success in this rigorous course. 2.Consistently bring necessary materials to class. 3.Completing ALL homework assignments are essential for retaining concepts. 4.Participate in class discussions and activities 5.Question anything that is not fully understood

Homework Expectations Homework will be given every night. Usually about 8 to 12 problems (not that much) Should not take more than 45 minutes Some of the problems will be easier than others. If you have trouble with more than one or two problems, you SHOULD me immediately. If you just show up and say “I just did not understand” or “I just could not do it”, you will receive a zero.

Course Resources

Class Blog The blog website for Analytic Geometry is: This blog consist of information that pertains to the course such as homework assignments, concept notes, class information, etc. This blog will be a helpful tool for you when you’re not in the class.

Tutoring -Students must come prepared with materials and specifics of what they wish to work on. (DO NOT JUST SAY “I’M LOST”! COMMUNICATE WHAT SPECIFIC HELP IS NEEDED.) -AFTERNOON TUTORING AVAILABLE -Mondays/Wednesday after school from 3:45 – 5:00.

Website Resources

Scientific Calculator Ti-36X Multiview Calculator Recommended Ti-30XS Multiview Calculator Pick one of the following to buy: (Estimated Cost ~$16.00) Buy online at

Materials Math 3-ring Binder Dividers 1 st Divider – Notes 2 nd Divider – Homework 3 rd Divider – Attachments 4 th Divider – Daily Work/Quizzes Mechanical Pencils Pens Graphing Paper Multiview Scientific Calculator

Students should… Have a positive attitude Ask questions Check the course website frequently Do homework daily Pay attention in class Come prepared to class (binder, pencil, pen, graph paper, graphing calculator) Never make excuses for yourself! Do NOT say you are not good in math