2016-2017 COURSE SYLLABUS: Grady High School

Grady High School
2016-2017 COURSE SYLLABUS

Geometry Honors
Teacher: Mrs. Hunter (Ms. Tulsie) Phone Number: 404-802-3001

Room Number: IS3 Email: [email protected]
Semester: Fall 2016 Tutorial Days: Wednesdays
Textbook: McGraw Hill Tutorial Hours: 3:30- 4:45pm
Website: classroom.google.com
Tutorial Location: IS3
Class Code: qmxtte
Course Description:
This course is designed to provide the student with a solid foundation in the geometric
concepts required in advanced level math classes. A combination of formal and informal
approaches will be used as well as inductive and deductive reasoning. Mathematical concepts
and skills will be explored in the context of authentic problems. Students will develop
conceptual knowledge and learn to think critically. The solving of problems using algebra will
be emphasized. Calculator and computer usage will be encouraged.
A state mandated Milestones End of Course Assessment is required and counts as 20% of the
student’s second semester grade.
Prerequisite: Coordinate Algebra
Course Content Standard- https://www.georgiastandards.org/Georgia-

Standards/Frameworks/Geometry-Standards.pdf
Unit 1: Building on standards from middle school, students will perform transformations in the
coordinate plane, describe a sequence of transformations that will map one figure onto
another, and describe transformations that will map a figure onto itself. Students will compare
transformations that preserve distance and angle to those that do not.
Unit 2: Building on standards from Unit 1 and from middle school, students will use
transformations and proportional reasoning to develop a formal understanding of similarity and
congruence. Students will identify criteria for similarity and congruence of triangles, develop
facility with geometric proofs (variety of formats), and use the concepts of similarity and
congruence to prove theorems involving lines, angles, triangles, and other polygons.
Unit 3: Students will apply similarity in right triangles to understand right triangle trigonometry.
Students will use the Pythagorean Theorem and the relationship between the sine and cosine
of complementary angles to solve problems involving right triangles.
GSE Standards/Elements:
The course will follow the Georgia Program Standards for Gifted and High Ability Learners as
outlined by the GA DOE Board Rule 160-4-2-.38 and listed below.
· Advanced Communication Skills: Learners will engage in diverse and authentic learning
experiences which will allow them to develop and apply innovative oral, written, visual, and
nonverbal communication skills across disciplines.
· Advanced Research Skills: Learners will gather, decipher, and deter mine credibility of
information from a variety of sources and integrate information through analysis of content.
· Creative Thinking & Problem Solving: Learners will insightfully evaluate a variety of problems
and arrive at innovative conclusions.
· Higher Order & Critical Thinking Skills: Learners will analytically critique a system or set of
complex ideas, utilizing logic and reasoning skills in novel ways, to create and/or modify
knowledge.
Course Outline: Semester 1
Week 1: Unit 1- Transformations in the Coordinate Plane

Week 5: Unit 2- Similarity, Congruence, and Proofs
Week 15: Unit 3- Right Triangle Trigonometry
Evaluation and Grading:
Course Components Weights

Learning Skills (interactive notebook and
executive function skills including, timely Grading Scale
assignment completion, organization, 10% 100-90 A
sustained attention) 89-80 B
Classwork and Participation 20% 79-70 C
Homework 10% 69-0 F
Lesson Quizzes 20% Not Evaluated NE
Unit Tests (or Performances) 25%
Projects 15%
TOTAL 100%
Campus Portal for Parents and Guardians: Visit - https://ic.apsk12.org/portal to view

class schedules, attendance records and grades. To activate your account, visit the school to
receive your login (activation key).
Required Materials:
Pencil, notebook paper, geometry notebook (3 ring binder), ruler and calculator. The
Geometry notebook should contain your warm-ups, homework, handouts/notes, tests, and
quizzes.
Classroom Expectations:
In order to learn the math concepts presented in class, you should practice geometry
problems and vocabulary every day. Homework will be assigned almost daily and you are
expected to come to class with all homework assignments completed. Homework may be
collected or checked by me on an unannounced basis and grades will be given on effort
and/or accuracy, depending on the assignment. When completing homework assignments,
copy the problems and show all steps used to solve the problems, similar to the notes you
have taken in class. Showing all your work will help you gain a better understanding of the
math processes involved in working each problem and will prove beneficial in future course
work. This rule applies to all work assigned, including tests.
Students will be working in cooperative learning groups at various times this year. By
discovering mathematical concepts, you will benefit from, and provide help to others when
you work in groups. Each person in a group will be expected to make a contribution to that
group, and graded accordingly.
But most importantly, do your homework! It is not a punishment. Math, unlike many
subjects can and needs to be practiced. I expect you to be prepared to ask questions
about your assignments. I cannot help you if you do not ask for it. If you are experiencing
difficulty in the class, please see me before or after school. Five minutes can put an end to
hours of frustration
LATE ASSIGNMENTS: It is important that students are responsible and meet established
due dates for assignments. Late is defined as anytime work is submitted after the assignment
has already been collected by the teacher.
MAKE-UP AND MISSING ASSIGNMENTS: Students with an excused absence will be

expected to submit missed work on or before the third class meeting after the absence. Pre-
announced assignments are due upon return to school.
School-wide Expectations:
MASTERY LEARNING: With mastery learning, a unit of material is taught, and student
understanding is evaluated before students are able to move on to the next unit. Students
who have not shown mastery for a particular unit will receive feedback and support in
reaching mastery. They may be given practice exercises, study guides, group work or
complementary resources to help them improve and achieve mastery. Students who
demonstrate mastery of the content for a particular unit are given enrichment exercises like
special projects, tasks or academic games to further or broaden their knowledge of the
material.
DEFICIENCY REPORTS: Parents and guardians are informed when students are making
unsatisfactory progress in classes. Poor performance will be reported to parents and
guardians as soon as problems are evident. Deficiency reports with plans for remediation
will be provided for all students making unsatisfactory progress, and parent-guardians
conferences must be scheduled. Unsatisfactory grades should never come as a surprise to
parents, guardians, or students. Also, see Board Policy Administrative Regulation IHA-R(1)
under “Students in danger of not meeting academic expectations” for further information.
Teachers will:
 Contact parents/guardians early in the semester if academic, attendance, or

behavioral difficulties are apparent.
 Notify the counselor, Student Support Team (SST)/Response to Intervention (RTI)
Chair, and/or an Assistant Principal of serious problems that are affecting classroom
performance.
 Set up parent conferences as necessary.
ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY: Students wanting to participate in athletic programs governed by

the GHSA and extracurricular activities must meet eligibility requirements to participate.
The Athletic Director (and the Extracurricular Activities sponsors) will collaborate with
teachers to monitor and to identify students in danger of failing courses. A master list of
students participating in extracurricular activities and athletics under the auspices of the
GHSA will be available to all staff.
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Grady High School

2016-2017 COURSE SYLLABUS

Teacher: Mrs. Hunter (Ms. Tulsie) Phone Number: 404-802-3001

Prerequisite: Coordinate Algebra

Course Content Standard- https://www.georgiastandards.org/Georgia-

Course Outline: Semester 1

Week 1: Unit 1- Transformations in the Coordinate Plane

Evaluation and Grading:

Course Components Weights

Campus Portal for Parents and Guardians: Visit - https://ic.apsk12.org/portal to view

MAKE-UP AND MISSING ASSIGNMENTS: Students with an excused absence will be

 Contact parents/guardians early in the semester if academic, attendance, or

ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY: Students wanting to participate in athletic programs governed by

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