Syllabus Information

Textbook:  Precalculus with Limits, second edition.2011, ISBN:10: 0-538-73659-3, by Larson: Brooks/Cole Publishing.

Materials:
Book, pencils, ruler, folder, notebook paper, graph paper, and a graphing calculator (a TI-84 Plus Silver Edition is recommended).

Topics:

Grades:

• There will be a test at the end of each chapter. If it is a long chapter, then we will also have a test half way through the chapter.
• You can retake any test for up to 65%, but it must be made up within a week of the date of the original test.
• Homework will be collected regularly.
• All work must be shown for full credit and done in pencil.
• Grades will be figured on the total points earned divided by the total points possible. Points are earned on tests and homework.

 Suggestions for being successful:

• Attend class - be on time for class and try to avoid scheduling appointments during school hours.
• Ask questions often and participate in class.
• Do the homework carefully. It is great to work on assignments with someone; however, there is a difference between working together and cheating.
• Be organized. Keep a folder for handouts and homework. Bring it to class every day. Don't let your book be your folder.

Expectations - You are expected to:

• Come prepared for class every day
• Participate in class every day
• Do the homework which is assigned
• Work together cooperatively
• Expect some difficulty
• Follow school policies
• Attendance - both physical and mental
• Respect each other and yourself

I will:

• Come prepared to teach every day
• Help students learn the concepts of Trigonometry
• Be available outside of class for questions
• Have study sessions before tests

Policies:                         

• You will be marked tardy if you are not in your seat when the bell rings.
• Late assignments are accepted only in cases of illness, not for field trips or athletic events.
• Your behavior should reflect that you are here to learn and not to disturb or keep others from learning.