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Trigonometry/Pre Calculus

Room 305

 

Teacher:  Mrs. Martinussen                           Email:  dmartinussen@ecusd7.org  

Phone #:   656-7100                                      Office ext:  20310

 

Book:  Blistzer PRECALCULUS  -  (Siixth edition)

 

Grading:                     A          88 - 100

                                    B          76 - 87

                                    C          66 - 75

                                    D          56 - 65

                                    F          below 56

 

Your quarter grade will be determined accordingly:  Tests/Projects - 50%, Quizzes/Group Quizzes - 30%,  Homework/Homework quizzes - 20%.   The quarter average will not be rounded up – therefore an 87.99% is a B+. 

 

Semester Grade:  3rd Quarter (40%), 4th Quarter (40 %), Semester Exam (20%)

                                                                                                           

Class Supplies:        

  •  Notebook/Notepaper (college or wide rule) and/or 3-ring Binder (HW collected periodically)

  • Calculator ~ You will be taught how to use the TI 83/83+/84+ and it will be helpful if you have your own for homework purposes. 

  •  Pencils & erasers

  •  Graph paper ¼ or 1/8 inch – around 100 sheets

  • Straight edge

 

 

GENERAL GUIDELINES AND CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS;

            Cooperate – with other students and myself

            Take Notes – these are a useful tool when away from class

            Comply – with all school rules especially those with respect to cell phones, dress, food, etc. 

             Respect- Be respectful towards yourself, others, the teacher and property.

            Be On Time - Be in the room ready to begin class when bell rings. (School policy for tardies will be followed)

            Be Prepared - Have all necessary classroom material DAILY!!!

            Be Quiet -  Students should receive permission from the teacher before speaking.

            Remain In Seat -  Please stay in your seat until dismissed.

           Cheating Is Not Tolerated - Cheating is using another person’s work in any form.  This is very serious and will result                                                              in zeroes to all parties involved, and parent contact.

 

GROUP PROJECTS & QUIZZES

            There will be several occasions where you are responsible for working in groups either on a quiz or a project.  Please choose the people in your group wisely.  If someone is placed with you & there is a problem, please talk to Mrs. Martinussen. 

           

 

HOMEWORK is required!

 

  • You can expect to have homework every day except the night of a test.

  • Always assume that you must SHOW ALL YOUR WORK THAT LEADS TO THE CORRECT SOLUTION on all assignments.  Showing all of these components in your homework, not just the answer will be very beneficial when it comes to homework grades and preparation for tests/quizzes.  I am aware that the odd numbered answers are in the back of your textbook .  For this very reason, I tend to assign odd numbered problems … so you will check your work.  It will NOT benefit you to “copy” answers from the back of your book.

  • Be prepared to have your homework collected during a homework quiz.   Make sure you keep yourself organized so that you can find past assignments in a timely manner.  Again, I cannot stress enough how important it is to show all work that leads to the correct solution.

  • When you are absent, you are expected to get the assignment from a class syllabus (if supplied), a peer, or me.

  • Any assignment not turned in at the time it is asked for is considered late.  NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.

 

What should I know about the attendance policy?

You are expected to be in class.  If you have an excused absence, you will be allowed to make up your work for full credit by the same number of days you were consecutively absent. Unexcused absences follow the same procedure as excused absences; however, you will only receive 50%-89% of the grade you earn. Please refer to the school attendance policy for complete details on excused and unexcused absences and make-up work.

 

What happens when I have fieldtrip?

Students wishing to attend a fieldtrip must have a grade of at least 64%(C or better) in the class.

Each student is responsible for all material/work missed due to attending fieldtrips.  

1.  All work that is due the day of the field trip must be turned into me PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE/START OF THE FIELD TRIP.

 

2.   If a test/quiz is to be given on the day of the field trip, YOU MUST TAKE THE TEST/QUIZ PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE/START OF THE FIELD TRIP.  A grade of zero will be assigned for these items if not completed ahead of time.  You will be responsible for setting up a time with me to take the test/quiz early.

 

3.  A student should collect any assignments and materials that will be given the day of the field trip PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE/START OF THE FIELD TRIP. 

 

 Please refer to the student handbook for information concerning fieldtrips.

 

What are my responsibilities when I have a sectional?

Sectionals are considered an in-school fieldtrip.  Since sectionals are a required part of a student’s grade, students will be encouraged to take them as scheduled.  All work/material missed due to attending a sectional is the student’s responsibility.   If a student attends a sectional on a test day they must stay after school and take the test on that same day.

 

What are my responsibilities when I am absent?

   

            1.  Check class bin for missing worksheets, handouts, etc.

            2.  Get assignment from Syllabus, teacher or peer

            3.  Get notes from a peer

            4.  Read section & try sample problems. DO assignment.

            5.  If you still need help set up a time with me before or after school. 

           

What should I do if I don’t understand a concept?

Always ask questions if you are confused!  There will always be time to ask questions in class.  If you need more help I am available both before and after school for extra help. 

 

In the past there has been a math-tutoring lab on Tuesday-Thursday. 

 

 

I, ________________________________, have read and understand Mrs. Martinussen’s classroom policy (especially regarding make-up work).  In the absence of guidance, I will always do the right thing.

 

 

                                                                        ________________________________

                                                                                    (student signature)

 

Dear Parent/Guardian

   Please sign and return acknowledging that you were given an opportunity to read this policy letter.  Have your son or daughter return this signed paper to me no later than Janurary 5, 2018.  Thank You!

 

 

 

______________________________

                                                                                                                     parent/guardian signature

 

 

______________________________

       parent/guardian telephone #

 

 

______________________________

       parent/guardian e-mail address

 

 

 

 

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