HONORS GEOMETRY                                           North Bullitt High School

2023-2024 Syllabus                                                                3200 East Hebron Lane

Ms. Dixon – Room 210                                                                     Shepherdsville, KY  40165

kayla.dixon@bullitt.kyschools.us                                                      (502) 869-6200

dixonkm4.wixsite.com/classroom                                                www.bullittschools.org/o/nbhs

I.        Topics Covered in This Course

• Foundational Geometry
• Segments
• Angles & Lines
• Parallel & Perpendicular Lines
• Transformations
• Basics of Triangles
• Similarity
• Congruency
• Right Triangle Trigonometry
• Quadrilaterals & Polygons
• Three Dimensional figures
• Circles

II.        Strategies and Best Practices Used

        To ensure a successful learning experience for every student, I employ many different teaching methods and strategies.  Some of those methods and strategies are discovery learning, cooperative learning (groups), use of manipulatives (hands-on learning) and technology, multiple problem solving techniques, multiple questioning techniques, and students as teachers.

III.        How Grades Will Be Determined

        Although the most important part of a student’s success in Geometry is mastering the material, completing all                

work assigned is just as important since practice leads to mastery. Students will be required to do the following:

• Daily Warm Ups/Bellringers. These will be worth a total of 2-3 points each day. If the student answers correctly, they earns 2 points. If they answer incorrectly, they’ll earn 1 point. If the student is absent, there will be no score assigned (excused). If the student gives no answer or communicates with other students during the 1 minute activity, they’ll earn 0 points.
• Homework/Class Work (typically due either the same day or the following school day). These will be worth a total of 10-20 points.  No student will earn less than 70% as long as they have completed the assignment on time. Most work can be completed within the class period. Work will be graded on accuracy, thus students may make corrections and resubmit to improve their grade.
• Organization of Class Notes (30-60 points). Students will be responsible for taking notes during most class meetings. These notes will be numbered to assist students in organization. There are approximately 15-20 numbered notes per 9 weeks. They will be graded for completeness and organization each 9 weeks. No specific binder/notebook is necessary—it is the student’s choice, but they must be in some sort of binder or notebook.  
• Quizzes (20-50 points). There will be a weekly quiz most Fridays. Material on this quiz will be what has been learned up to 2 days before the quiz day.  
• Tests/Exams (75-100 points). At the end of each unit there will be an exam, or common assessment, over the entire unit. All Geometry classes will be given a similar exam. There may also be other exams within a unit based upon the size and content of the unit.
• Essential Standard Quizzes (30-50 points). There will be 10 Essential Standard quizzes throughout the school year. These represent the top 10 geometry skills necessary for continued success. Students are required to score a minimum of 80% on each of these Essential Standard quizzes. Students may retake this quiz as many times as they need to following completion of a practice sheet with or without tutoring.
• Special Projects (20-50 points)
• In-Class Hands-On Activities (10-30 points)
• Participation in Class Discussions (0-20 points)

There are two semester exams.  Semester 1 exam is 20% of the final semester 1 grade and will include all learned material from August to December.  Semester 2 exam is 20% of the final semester 2 grade and will include all learned material from the entire course.

The following North Bullitt High School grading scale will be used:

                90 -100 – A              80 - 89  – B             70 - 79  – C              60 - 69  – D          59 and below – F

The weighted grade calculation for each quarter will be as follows:

                10%        Bell Ringer

                40%        Homework, Activities, Projects, Participation, Class Notes

                50%        Quizzes, Tests

IV.        Supplies Necessary for this Course

Scientific Calculator or Graphing Calculator for home use (we will be using a class set of TI-Nspire CX)

Pencil and Paper (Please have plenty, since these are the most used supplies)

Notebook (will be used for note-taking; any type is okay)

Math Folder (we will have classwork/homework that students will need to keep organized, thus is recommended

                                  to have a specific folder for math.)

V.        Class Expectations

1. Be Safe- This means students do not touch others, students keep his/her desk and belongings clear from aisles, and we build a safe classroom environment for all students to share.
2. Be Respectful- This means that students respond when called upon, listen when myself or others are speaking, and do not sleep during class.
3. Be Responsible- This begins with students being on time and seated when the bell rings and that students have all of the required materials with him/her.
4. Follow Procedures- This is important to maintain a climate of learning in our classroom. When students walk into the room, they will immediately retrieve their assigned calculator. Students will be seated and begin the Bell Ringer for the day, there is to be no talking during this time. Electronic devices are not permitted to be seen or heard in the room. There will be no warnings given.

Classroom Rules:

1. Be productive and on time                                                 6. No Sleeping

2. Be kind                                                                               7. No profanity

3. No backpack/purse on desks                                             8. Participate

4. Only use electronic devices when instructed by me          9. Follow the dress code

5. Hands to yourself/ your belongings                                      10. Challenge yourself

Some Geometry concepts can be difficult for many high school students.  It is extremely important for your student to acknowledge when they need extra help.  ESS will be available weekly. They may ask questions about the homework, get help with other lessons, or any other assistance they may need to be successful in Geometry.  If there are ever any concerns or questions, please contact me either in person, by phone, or email.  My planning period is 2nd period (8:25 - 9:25 am).

I also reserve the right to make changes to the syllabus should the need arise.

Thank you,

Ms. Dixon

FIRST HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT

Detach the bottom of this page and return signed for 10 points, acknowledging you have read and understand policies for this class. Alternatively, a parent or guardian can email me at kayla.dixon@bullitt.kyschools.us with the students’ name for the points.

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