PreCalculus Course Information 2013-2014 kelly.noonan@fortbend.k12.tx.us www.thsprecalculus.weebly.

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Ms Kelly Noonan J200 281-634-

Overview of PreCalculus: (Prerequisite Algebra II and Geometry) This is a preparatory course for Calculus. PreCalculus connects and extends topics covered in prior math classes and promotes the development of higher-level mathematical skills. The course includes functions and their graphs, trigonometric functions and their inverses, complex and polar coordinates, sequences and series, conic sections, vectors and limits. Grading System: 50% Daily Grades - homework, classwork, quizzes 50% Major Grades tests

Tests: At least 3 tests will be given each term. Tests will be cumulative. Projects: These will be assigned periodically. They may count as a major grade (depends on the project) and will therefore need to be taken seriously. A zero on a project could drastically affect your average. Homework: This will be assigned every night. Homework is NOT an option. It is a necessary part of your learning and success in this class. Homework will be collected frequently. Make-up Work: When you are absent, it is YOUR responsibility to look on the website and find the appropriate assignment. The assignment not turned in on the day you were absent will be due the day you return. Youtube tutorials will be recommended for each assignment on your syllabus. If you have missed a Quiz, you will be asked to take it during class upon returning. If you have missed a Test, check the next available time math make-up testing will be provided. A current schedule will be posted both in the classroom and on the website. Supplies: Pencils and erasers Notebook paper and graph paper Binder (1-2) to keep notebook paper and graph paper for homework assignments Graph composition book (this is for notes only!!!) Red pen for checking assignments Highlighters (2 or 3 different colors) For classroom use: four unopened AAA batteries, and (choose two items) pack of notebook paper or printer paper, hand sanitizer, loose leaf graph paper, tissues, dry erase markers, big erasers, personal sharpeners Tutorials: Tutoring / homework help is available according to the schedule below. Your Precalcus teacher may also be available at other times by appointment. Just ask. Monday AM 6:50-7:20 PM 2:45-3:30 By appt No tutorials Tuesday L206 Noonan J200 Wednesday L206 J200 Thursday By appt By appt Friday No tutorials No tutorials

Please take care of all personal business before class starts. You are expected to be in class the entire period. Classroom Rules: 1. Arrive on time with all your materials. 2. Work and stay on task at all times. 3. Follow directions immediately. 4. Be respectful of others. 5. Obey all THS school rules, specifically: No food or drinks No earphones or ear buds No cell phones without teacher permission 6. No excuses: Be responsible for words and actions Consequences for Breaking Rules: 1st time: 2nd time: 3rd time: 4th time: Warning Loss of privilege, seat change, etc Parent contact: email/phone call Referral to administrator

Severe disruption: Student sent immediately to office Use or visibility of forbidden items: Item will be confiscated and given to the office.