Jonesboro High School



Framework for Course SyllabusJonesboro High School7728 Mount Zion BlvdJonesboro, GA 30236(770) 473-2855School Mission Statement: The mission of Jonesboro High School is to be accountable for providing a globally competitive education that empowers students to achieve academic and personal goals and to become productive, responsible citizens.Teacher’s Name and CCPS E-mail Address:Mr. Yeun-Cheng Taiyeun-cheng.tai@clayton.k12.ga.usTeacher Website Address: Tutorial Date:Monday to Friday 8:00am – 8:40amAll other times by appointment onlyCourse: Pre Calculus CCGPS Course Description: The CCGPS Pre Calculus course visits various topics in higher level mathematics, such as conic sections, trigonometry topics, matrices, vectors and probability. Students will have the opportunity to explore these advanced topics and build upon their past knowledge in functions, graphs and their understanding of mathematical concepts. The prerequisite for this course is the successful completion of CCGPS Advanced Algebra or equivalent. Course Objectives:The objective of this course is to expose students to advance mathematics topics, especially trigonometry, with the goal of preparing students for a successful understanding of Calculus. Technology:Graphing calculators is necessary to successfully complete this course. TI-84 and comparable graphing calculators, such as HP 50G, would be recommended. Students are to use the graphing calculators in class in several ways, such as analyze of data and simulation of data generation.Internet Based Learning:Students are required to use internet based learning systems such as Gizmos and Khan Academy to further their study in the course. Students are required to complete modules and practice assignments for these programs. The teacher will provide detail information on how to sign up for these online programs. Students can complete the assignments using any computers or mobile devices. Suggested Textbook:Algebra and TrignometryPreCalculusPlane TrignometrySupplies and Materials:2 “ notebook with four dividersblue or black ink pens six #2 pencils 100 3.5 index cards (kept in classroom) Graphing calculator (TI-83, TI-84 Plus, HP 39G, Recommended: TI-84 or HP50G) (Free HP calculator emulator available for students with a computer) 200 sheets of college ruled paper 80 sheets of graph paperGrading Scale:A - 100 – 90B – 89 – 80C – 79 – 71D – 70F- 69 and belowGrading/Assessment Percentages:The following is JHS’s preferred breakdown. Teachers may deviate from this only with administrative approval. A rationale must be provided for the deviation in the assessment model. The percentages must be the same for all teachers teaching this course30% -In-Class Assignments and home works (include notebooks)25% - Test15% - Quizzes and Mini Assessments10% - Projects, PACCT and others.20% -Final Exam OR End-of-Course Test Progress Reports/Report CardsProgress Reports are issued at the 4 ? week, 9 week and 13 ? week marks of each semester. At the end of each semester a report card is mailed home which will show the permanent grade earned for each course. Fall SemesterDateSpring SemesterDate4 ? weekSept 9, 20174 ? weekFeb 4, 20189 weekOct 7, 20179 weekMar 11, 201813 ? weekNov 11, 2017 13 ? weekApr 14, 2018Report CardJan 7, 2018Report CardMay 25, 2018Academic Integrity PolicyThe development of a sense of personal integrity and responsibility in our students is an important goal for our teaching efforts. Students at Jonesboro High School are expected to submit work for evaluation that has been completed solely by that student, unless group assignments have been so designated. The following actions are considered to be violations of academic integrity:Using or receiving unauthorized materials in a test situation.Passing on test answers and/or questions to someone who has not taken the test.Turning in work for credit that is not the student’s own (i.e. gross plagiarism).If a student is found to be in violation of the academic policy, the following measures should be taken:The student will receive a zero on the assignment and will not be allowed to complete the same.The teacher will inform the parent/guardian.Additional disciplinary action may be taken by the administration if warranted.Classroom Rules:Always follow the instructions of the teacher.Respect fellow classmates and the teacher.Raise your hand and wait for your turn to speak, do not talk out of turn/interrupt.No food and drink in classroom, except bottled water.Classroom Discipline Procedures: The following procedures will be followed when a student violates the classroom rules or disrupts the classroom learning process. First infraction: Verbal warning with name on the board.Second infraction: After school suspension and phone call to parents.Third infraction: Office Referral and contact with parents.Bathroom Procedures: Each student will receive five bathroom passes per semester for emergency use to the bathroom. The student who wishes to use the bathroom will produce his or her own grid and get the teacher’s signature. Moreover, each student will only be allowed to use the bathroom five times per semester. Exceptions can be made with proper medical documentation.Make-Up Work:It is the responsibility of the student to request make-up work IMMEDIATELY after returning to school from an excused absence. Students have three (3) school days to complete and submit make-up work to teachers. Make-up work will not be given after three (3) or more days have passed without the student requesting make-up work.Late Work:Late work that is turned in within five (5) school days of the due date will be accepted with a penalty of 25%. The maximum points a late assignment can receive is 75% of the possible score. No late work will be accepted after the five day grace period.EXAMS: If a student missed an exam while absent, that exam must be made-up after school in the presence of the teacher.“On Time, on task, on a mission!” ................
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