Math A/B Honors

GUIDELINES:

    1.  Be respectful.
    2.  Be on time.
    3.  Be prepared.

CONSEQUENCES:

    1.  Verbal reprimand
    2.  Personal conference with Mrs. Werner
    3.  Detention
    4.  Personal conference with parent/guardian
    5.  In-school suspension
    6.  Out-of-school suspension

EXPECTATIONS AND GOALS:

    I expect you will always work to your full potential.  I also expect you to remain positive, enthusiastic
    and open to learning.

ATTENDANCE:

    Attendance in class is vital as is completion of ALL homework assignments.  Each unit requires and
    understanding of the math building block ideas discussed each day in class.  Daily studying is
    essential.

MISS A DAY?

    Check the assignment sheet, web page or ask a friend.  Your missed work will be placed in a folder
    with your name listed at the top.  There is NO excuse for a missed assignment.  A missed assignment
    is due TWO DAYS after your absence.

EXTRA HELP IS AVAILABLE:

    Mrs. Werner is available periods                                      in the South Work Room.  Don't be afraid
    to ask for help.  The only silly question is the one left unasked!

MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED:

    1.  Two 2 inch three ring binders.  One binder will be for notes from September through January.
         The other binder will be for notes for the remainder of the year.
    2.  Two folders with pockets.  One will be to hold your homework and assignment sheet for the week.  The other
         will be for your journal.
    3.  Scientific Calculator.  It must have the sine, cosine, and tangent function keys.  This is a must.  It is required
         for your Regents Exam.  I reserve the right to take points away from you if you do not have this item.  I will
         be using a TI-84+ Silver Edition Graphing Calculator to teach class.  It is not required but you may also use
         this type of calculator on your Regents Exam.
    4.  Notebook or loose leaf paper.
    5.  Graph Paper.  I reserve the right to take away points from you if you do not have this item.
    6.  Pens or Pencils.
    7.  Compass/Ruler/Protractor.

EXTRA INFO FOR YOU:

    Math Journal:  Reading and writing are vital to a sound mathematical education.  We will be reading interesting
    math blurbs or articles and writing our thoughts towards them.  The Journal will be interactive and I will be
    responding to your entries.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:       

    1.  Notebook
    2.  Homework
    3.  Projects
    4.  Tests/Quizzes
    5.  Writing Assignments
    6.  Bonus Opportunities

COURSE OUTLINE:

    We begin the year completing the third semester of Math A.  We will be preparing to take our New York State
    Regents Examination in January.  Then we will continue our mathematical studies preparing for the first semester
    of Math B.  Topics include the following:

    I hope the information provided will be of assistance in ensuring a successful Math A/B H experience.  I look
    forward to working together to make your education enjoyable.  If you have any questions or concerns feel free
    to ask.  Thank you for your time and consideration.

                                                                               Sincerely,

                                                                                      Mrs. Werner

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