Miss Hight’s Class Syllabus             2009-2010

TEACHER:   Miss Bonnie Hight                                                                        

CONFERENCE TIME:  8:10 – 8:58

SCHOOL PHONE:   969-2545

E-MAIL:   bhight@crescentok.com

WEB PAGE:   www.crescentok.com, High School, Bonnie Hight

GRADING POLICY:

Dailey Grades:   20%         

Project/Activities/Notecards: 30%                          

Tests/Quizzes: 50%                                      

SUPPLIES:

    * Computer, spiral notecards, 3-brad folder (2), pencil and headphones are required everyday.  While the curriculum is delivered and answered on the computer, notes will be kept on spiral notecards, and your computations and work will need to be done on notebook paper which will be turned in when a lecture is completed and will be placed in a folder that is kept by me.

COURSEWORK:

*  Most of the math coursework will be provided through the Acellus Learning System.  This system integrates time-proven methods of teaching with the latest advancements in technology to deliver a complete and effective learning experience. All students should benefit by improved math skills and increased confidence of mathematical abilities.

    * Most lessons, problems, and tests will be computer delivered using the Acellus Learning System.  The course is progress based meaning students may work at their own pace however, they must meet the weekly benchmarks set for them.  Most students will not be on the same lecture/lesson or problem at the same time.  Assignments will be posted in STI by benchmark dates. Any lessons not completed by the benchmark date will receive a zero until finished. This includes notebook and exam grades. Course completion (passing ALL lectures in acellus) is required by anyone enrolled in a High School math course. Even though a student may have a semester grade of a 60 or above, they will not pass the course if they have not completed all lectures and exams.

    * It is in your best interest to watch the lectures.  You will be required to keep notes on spiral notecards and do work/computations on notebook paper which will be turned in after completing a lesson.  You are required to pass each lecture with a 60 and above or you will have to repeat that lecture. So, take your time and do not rush through the lessons, but remember, your progress depends on you.  So please use your time wisely. 

    * Other activities/projects will be assigned throughout the year.  These may include calculator activities, sketchpad activities, research projects, etc., and will be a part of your grade.

NOTECARDS:

    * Notecards will be kept according to outlined instructions and turned in at the end of each unit for a grade.

    * Notecards must be turned in before beginning a unit exam.u

WORK FOLDERS:

    * Showing all work is essential to learning math. Without it, it is hard to find where mistakes are being made in order to correct them. Regardless of the type of problems, multiple choice, true or false, etc., you must be able to justify why you chose an answer. Therefore, all work, including reasoning, will be shown or written on notebook paper and turned in. It will be put in a folder and kept in the classroom.

    * See "TYPES OF WORK" below for expectations

EXAMS

    * Exams must be done in the math classroom. Any other arrangements must be made with me prior to taking an exam. Time is negotiable, place is usually not.

    * Notecards will be turned in before to starting an exam

    * Answers and work will be done on an exam answer sheet provided and turned in when done. You will number the problems and show an answer for every problem.

    * I advise studying your notecards after a review and before taking an exam.

    * You will have only three opportunities to make 60 or above on exams.  You may only make a 100 on the first try.

    * See "TYPES OF WORK" below for expectations

TYPES OF WORK

    * Old Comfy Bluejean quality - getting ideas together (scratch paper that nobody else can read and not accepted by teacher)

    * Casual Everyday Wear quality - organized ideas and logical steps neatly written and easily followed without scribbling through or scratched out parts (your work that is turned in and expected by teacher - erasing is ok, that is why I require pencils)

    * Tuxedo quality - your very best and neatest work or reasoning written on paper (exams)

ABSCENCES:

You are encouraged to be in class everyday as that is about the only time you will be able to access my help with the coursework.  If you are gone for any reason, you may need to come in outside of regular classtime for help, to get caught up, or to get ahead if you know you are going to be gone.  With the new availability of laptops and ability to access Acellus to work on lectures and reviews from home, no excuses will be accepted for falling behind in class.

EXTRA HELP:

If you need extra help or tutoring we will need to meet before school or set up another time.  Please schedule with me as needed.

CLASSROOM RULES:

All students will abide by the rules set forth in the student handbook – KNOW THE RULES!

If you are tardy get an admit slip from the office, bring a note from another teacher, or have another teacher call.

Leaving class will not be allowed unless I receive a note or phone call from another teacher.

Do not chat, listen to music, play games, or surf the Internet unless given specific permission to do so!

There will be absolutely no tolerance of disrespect!

I expect everyone to act in an appropriate manner to ensure a great learning environment! 

Not adhering to these rules will result in detention or further consequences.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

    * Come prepared with charged computer, pencil, notecards, and headphones.

    * Don’t depend on other students help, they are busy with their own work.

    * Watch the lectures, especially on new concepts you haven’t seen before.

    * Your attitude matters – be positive