Geometry - Mr. Hubarth

Geometry - Mr. Hubarth

Course Description

This course is a comprehensive Geometry course designed to prepare students for higher levels of math and for college. Students will be expected to work hard, complete nightly homework assignments, and focus their attention on all classroom activities.

The instruction in this course will center on the Geometry Content Standards and Benchmarks set forth by the state of California.

Classroom Policies

General Class RulesMajor Offenses

Come prepared (notebook, pencil)Leaving Classroom

Do not talk while I am talking Defiance

Work only on current assignment Throwing objects

No food or drinks

No gumVerbal abuse of a student or teacher

Do not use profanity Cheating

Fighting

Consequences:Consequences:

Conference, Call Home, or Detention Immediate removal from class, Referral to Office,

Call Home

Academic Policies

Homework

Nightly homework assignments will be listed each day on the board.
Homework assignments are due the following class day at the beginning of class.
If a student is absent, the assignment must be handed in on the next school day.
Late work will be accepted until the end of the chapter. After that assignment will no longer be accepted.
Papers without names will not be accepted.
Incomplete Assignments will not be accepted. Students must complete every problem assigned or the assignment will receive a zero.
You must show a complete solution for each problem with all steps shown and written explanations when asked for. Just writing the answer will receive no credit.
Each assignment will be graded on a 10 point scale. Two problems will be selected at random and graded. You will lose a point for a problem that is graded incorrect.

Quizzes

Quizzes will be given occasionally and may not be announced. They will cover material previously assigned on the homework.

Tests

A test will be given at the end of each unit (2 or 3 per grading period) and may include any concepts previously learned in the course.
If a student is absent for an individual test, he or she will make arrangements with me to take the exam. If a student does not make up the test in a timely manner, a zero grade will be recorded.
A midterm and a final exam will also be given.

Grading

Grades will be assigned based on the following percentages:

A = 90 - 100%B = 80 - 89% C = 70 - 79% D = 60 - 69% F = Below 60%

Your grades will be weighted as follows:

Individual Tests: 55% Homework: 25% Quizzes: 10% Participation/classwork: 10%

Extra Help

I am available in my room (room W213) most mornings at 6:45 and during most lunches. Students may also make specific appointments with me if these times are not available for them.

Parent Contact

The most efficient way to contact me about the progress of your son or daughter is to e-mail me. My e-mail address is: . Please include your e-mail address on the acknowledgement sheet attached. If you cannot e-mail me, you may call the school and leave a message on my voice mail (951) 894-5750 ext. 6663. I will return phone calls within 24 hours. Please leave a number where you can be reached between 3:00 and 5:00 pm. You may also meet with me in person by appointment.

Please sign and have your student return the included sheet.

Parent & Student Acknowledgement Sheet

Dear Algebra I Parent and Student

Please print and sign your name below. Signing indicates that you have read these policies and understand the course expectations. Also include an email address if that is your preferred way to be contacted. Thank you.