Level 2 Geometry, Mrs. Haupt

Level 2 Geometry Course Guidelines

The information and policies in this guide are subject to change.

Course Description
Level 2 Geometry is designed to introduce students to the concepts and practical applications of geometry. My goal for the course is to have the students learn to enjoy geometry and to appreciate its relevance in their lives. You can view the official description in the LHS Program of Studies.

Level Description

The Mathematics Department's description of Level 2 from the LHS Program of Studies is as follows:

Level 2 courses progress at a pace that allows for skill development and reinforcement of concepts. The course is designed to support the learning of students who may not have fully retained the skills and concepts covered in prior courses which will be reviewed when needed in the course. Mathematical concepts tend to be introduced at a concrete level and developed with an increasing level of abstraction. New ideas are often developed through student investigation with significant guidance from the teacher. Students will usually learn to solve problems through repetition of routine problems. Students will receive support from the teacher in developing study skills and using the textbook as a resource. Classes typically include substantial review of homework and previously covered content. Students are expected to take responsibility for their own learning with guidance from the teacher and to seek help when needed. The course is designed to meet the needs of a student who thrives in a directed learning environment.

Behavioral Expectations

The teacher plays a role in learning but ultimately, you are responsible for the quality of your education. In order to maximize your learning experience, ask yourself the following questions:

Do you attend classes on a regular basis?
Are you on time to class?
Are you prepared for class -- pencil/pen, notebook, and completed homework?
Do you do your homework everyday?
Do you pay attention in class, participate in discussions and ask relevant questions?
Do you treat all other students with respect and allow for open educational debate?
Do you listen quietly when others are speaking? Do you help to maintain an environment which minimizes verbal distractions?
If you are absent, do you make an effort to find out what was covered and make up the work?
Do you seek extra-help as soon as possible if you did not understand something in class?
If you miss a quiz or test, do you take the initiative to arrange a make-up?

These are the behaviors that make for a good student and a good learning environment. You are expected to be such a student.

Grading

Below are the components that are taken into account for the term grade:

Test and quizzes - tests are given at the end of each unit, quizzes are given periodically as a means to help you determine which topics you do, or do not, understand.
Homework - assigned regularly, collected randomly - usually once per week.
Class participation - see the behavior expections above for what constitutes an involved student.
Special projects - these occur occasionally

When the term average is calculated, the emphasis is placed on the test grades. To enable students to improve their grade and maximize their learning, students may do the following:

Tests and quizzes may be retaken to bring the grade up to just below the highest grade on the original assessment. Please be considerate of my time and do not retake a quiz on which you got a reasonabley good grade.

Absences

Absent students are expected to get the assignments from other students, from me or from the class web page. Students are responsible for making up the work they miss and making sure they understand material that they missed. Students who miss examinations because of an excused absence are given one week in which to take the missed test. Students who miss class due to a dismissal from school are responsible for all material they will be missing, including taking tests and quizzes on the day they return.

Final Notes

My office is in 713.

My email address is dhaupt@sch.ci.lexington.ma.us.

Check my schedule if you need to see me.

If you need extra help, get extra help. You do not want to get behind. I am available most days after school. The Math Help Room (830) is staffed by a math teacher volunteer every block of every day. Do NOT wait until the day before a test to seek help.

Everything that is turned in should have the student's name, block and the assignment clearly marked.

Following school rules, no food or drinks other than water are allowed in the classroom.