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Geometry
SHS GEOMETRY SYLLABUS
Mr. Robbins
(864) 355-8732
2006-2007
probbins@greenville.k12.sc.us
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Geometry CP is intended to prepare students for college while focusing on the development of their ability to understand and apply geometry to both abstract and practical problems. Topics covered will allow students to practice for college entrance exams as well as prepare them for a comprehensive final exam to be given at the completion of this course.
GOALS/OBJECTIVES
• Students will understand the appropriate definitions for a basic Geometry course including (but not limited to): point, line, ray, plane, triangle, quadrilateral, etc.
• Students will use deductive reasoning to prove that objects are parallel, perpendicular, congruent, etc.
• Students will solve problems using various theorems to support their solution.
• Students will identify and use properties of geometric figures to bridge their Geometric problem solving ability to other fields of study.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
• Points, Lines and Planes
• Deductions, Reasoning, and Proof
• Parallel Lines
• Congruent Triangles
• Applications of Congruent Triangles
• Quadrilaterals
• Similarity in Triangles/Polygons
• Right Triangles
• Circles
• Area of Polygons
• Volume of Polygons
• Surface Area
STUDENT MATERIALS NEEDED
Textbook Pencils
3-ring binder (with paper) Calculator (TI-83 or comparable preferred)
Journal (Composition or Spiral Notebook)
ASSESSMENT
Tests 40%
Quizzes 25%
Classwork/Homework 20%
Journal 10%
Class Participation 5%
CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE, RULES, AND PROCEDURES
Daily Student Behavior Expectations:
• Be on time.
• Be prepared.
• Be respectful.
• Be responsible.
Classroom Procedures and Routines:
• Instruction proceeds from bell to bell.
• Makeup work following absences must be completed within one week of the absence unless specified by the teacher.
• Homework assignments are due at the beginning of class and will not be accepted at a later time without special permission from the teacher.
PARENT COMMUNICATION
• Telephone calls- my planning is during 2nd and 6th periods.
• Email: probbins@greenville.k12.sc.us
• Phone calls and/or requests for school conferences concerning failing grades, inappropriate behavior, or other concerns are made as needed, as well as positive calls.
• Parents can schedule phone or school conferences at their discretion.
Availability for Conferences: Please call to schedule an appointment.
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