General information
Materials for class:
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Two pocket folder for homework during remote and in-school learning.
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A basic 5 function calculator.
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1.5 inch binder with filler paper to be used for warmup activities, class work, and class notes.
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Pencils for work, pens for correcting.
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Materials needed for class
Tests are 50% of each quarter grade.
• Tests will be announced in advance and a study guide supplied.
• Students will be given the opportunity to complete a correction for any poor test grade to a earn up to a maximum of a 70% except for the mid-year and final. ​
Tests
Homework: Counts for 20% of each quarter.
Homework will be assigned about 3 to 4 times a week and is graded by effort put forth not by numbers correct.
• Two late Homework assignments a quarter can be made up for full credit if complete 1 week from assigned date. All other late homework will receive 50% credit if complete within 1 week of the date assigned.
• Each problem must show original problem, supporting work, and an answer.
Homework will normally be graded as follows:
4 points - 100% completed
3 points - At least 75% completed
2 points - At least 50% completed
0 points - less than 50% completed or homework guidelines not followed.
Homework
Quizzes are worth 30% of each quarter grade.
* Given regularly to assess current understanding of classroom studies.
* Students are expected to make-up missed Quiz on the day the student returns
* Quiz grades cannot be retaken to earn higher grades but a correction can be completed per below procedure.
Quizzes
Test/Quiz corrections
A student can earn points on the Test or Quiz by having the following complete.
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Complete a solution that is now correct showing all appropriate work for each original missed problem.
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Paper must be neat, readable, clearly labeled and stapled to the front of the original test/quiz.
Contact info:
email: stalkerj@tantasqua.org
Rm: C305
