Course Syllabus

Course Name: Core Geometry

Teachers: Course Description: ​Core Geometry is designed for
those students who would have difficulty with the
Mrs. Samantha Miller traditional Geometry course.
samantha.miller@bps101.net
630-937-8962 Core Geometry deals with two and three dimensional
figures and their properties. Basic terms to polygons
and solids, visualization, pictorial representations,
Mr. Jason Toth technology, and hands-on discovery are emphasized.
jason.toth@bps101.net Algebra is strongly integrated into this course in
630-937-8937 solving geometry problems. Realistic and relevant
applications of concepts and logical thinking
processes are made to real-life problem settings.
While similar geometry skills are covered, the
material is paced to permit for mastery of content
and further skill development.

Required Materials: ​Calculator, notebook, folder or Prerequisite: ​Core Intermediate Algebra

binder, glue stick, colored pencils (optional)

Textbook Information: Special Dates:

Summative exam 1: TBA – After Unit 3
All class resources can be found at Summative exam 2: TBA – After Unit 6
http://BHSmiller.weebly.com/
Final Exam: December 21st

Essential Learnings: Grading/Assessments:

EL 1: Fundamental Concepts
EL 2: Parallel Lines Types of Assessments: formative assessments,
EL 3: Triangles unit tests, summative
EL 4: Quadrilaterals exams
EL 5: Similarity
EL 6: Right Triangles Grade Calculation: 20% Formative
EL 7: Area and Volume Assessments
60% - Unit Tests
20% - Summative

Special Course Policies:


BARK:
While students are graded on their academic
achievement, students and parents also receive feedback
on classroom behaviors and responsibility. While these
behaviors are not graded, we believe that constructive
feedback should be given. This feedback is called our
BARK rating. More information is available on the BHS
website.
Student Expectations for this Course:
Students are expected to put forth their best effort,
both in and out of class. This means that students
will be properly prepared for class by:
● completing assignments,
● studying to prepare for assessments,
● bringing the appropriate materials to class
every day,
● being on time every day,
● communicating with the teachers with any
concerns
● being respectful of everyone in and around
the classroom.
Teacher Expectations for this Course:
We will be available for you both during class and
outside of class when you have questions. Please let
us know if you want to meet before or after school
by setting an appointment. There are other
resources when we cannot meet with you. We will
push you to do the very best that you can. We will
provide feedback to you in a timely manner and help
you to reach your goals.
BPS Homework Policy: 6:290 policy.bps101.net
BPS Grading Policy: 6:280 policy.bps101.net
Extra Learning & Help Opportunities:
Both Mrs. Miller and Mr. Toth have availability
before/after school. Please talk to us and we can set up
an appointment.
Characteristics of Successful Students in this
Course:
Mathematically Proficient Students:
● Make sense of problems and persevere in
solving them.
● Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
● Construct viable arguments and critique the
reasoning of others.
● Model with mathematics.
● Use appropriate tools strategically.
● Attend to precision.
● Look for and make use of structure.
● Look for and express regularity in repeated
reasoning.
based on Standards for Mathematical Practices
Remediation Statement:
Students in Math classes at BHS will have the
opportunity to remediate and reassess chapter tests.
If a student wishes to remediate they will need to
receive some additional instruction and support from
the teacher. The teacher will provide further practice
to be completed based on individual student needs.
The student will then need to demonstrate
comprehension of the material to the teacher prior to
taking the reassessment. When the student takes
the reassessment the new chapter test grade will
fully replace the previous chapter test grade (either
higher or lower). The entire remediation and
reassessment process will need to be completed
within two weeks of the return of the original
assessment.
 ACADEMIC DISHONESTY POLICY
Batavia High School believes that learning best occurs in an atmosphere of academic honesty in which students
have developed a high sense of responsibility and exhibit a high standard of integrity. Batavia High School will
not tolerate nor condone academic dishonesty.

Definition of Cheating/Academic Dishonesty​ - Cheating occurs when a student obtains or assists others in
obtaining credit for work that is not his/her own.
➢ After a student has been found to be academically dishonest, they will face ​both ​academic ​and
behavioral​ interventions.

ACADEMIC INTERVENTIONS

Teacher​ ​places student on the Department/Course Remediation Process

All ❏ Student completes the process by the teacher-given deadline and earns the new grade
Offenses OR
❏ Student fails to complete the process and earns a zero for the assignment

BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONS

Teacher​ Steps
❏ Teacher records incident via PowerSchool (Discipline Log) for documentation
1st Offense purposes
❏ Parent and/or student conference with teacher
❏ Clarify/re-teach expectations with student

Discipline Referral completed and sent to ​Dean of Students

2nd ❏ Teacher completes a referral via PowerSchool for documentation purposes
Offense ❏ Loss of Privileges (can include social consequences, directed Bulldog Hour, etc.)
❏ Character Development discussion/curriculum with the dean

Discipline Referral completed and sent to ​Assistant Principal for Curriculum &
Instruction
❏ Teacher completes a referral via PowerSchool for documentation purposes
3rd Offense ❏ Notification to staff regarding letters of recommendations (college, scholarship, etc.)
❏ Possible exclusion from Senior Honors Night, National Honor Society, etc.
❏ Possible loss of scholarships from Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence or
BEA