GEOMETRY
Class Policies & Procedures
Mrs. Hamp 2014-2015
Purpose:
The fundamental purpose of the course in Geometry is to formalize and extend students’
geometric experiences from the middle grades. Students explore more complex geometric
situations and deepen their explanations of geometric relationships, moving towards formal
mathematical arguments. The Mathematical Practice Standards apply throughout each course
and together with the content standards, prescribe that students experience mathematics as a
coherent, useful, and logical subject that makes use of their ability to make sense of problem
situations.
Supplies:
 2 inch-3 ring binder & 3 sections (note packets, homework, AWAG: Anything With A Grade)
 Notebook paper & Graph paper
 Compass (I suggest the Helix Precision Thumbwheel Compass at Office Max)
(The thumbwheel design allows students to be more accurate which equals less errors )
 Pencils/pens
 Texas Instrument Graphing Calculator (TI-83, TI-83+, TI-84 or TI-84+)
 Box of tissues (EXTRA CREDIT!!)
Grading Policy:
 Quarter averages are calculated based on the following:
(70%) Tests/Quizzes: Quizzes: About one a week; Tests: After every unit
(20%) Homework: Daily
(10%) Weekly Review: One a week
Exam:
The final assessment in this course will be the New York State Regents Geometry Exam in June. It
will count as 20% of your final course average.
Homework Policy: PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!!!
You will be given homework on a daily basis in order to reinforce what we have gone over in class
and review old material. Homework is expected to be complete at the beginning of the period.
 Assignments will be checked daily for completeness. Students will earn 0 to 4 points on an
assignment based on all questions being completed and the appropriate work and
diagrams shown.
 When we go over homework in class you are expected to check your answers, ask
questions for clarification, and fix any mistakes on your assignment.
 I do not accept late assignments!
100% Homework Club
If you earn FULL credit on all daily homework during a unit,
you may omit one question, on part 1, during the unit test.
Attendance:
It is very important that you be present in class each day. I take careful attendance each day
and will follow up with the attendance office. School policy with regards to class absences will be
strictly followed (please refer to planner).
 ABSENCE FROM CLASS DOES NOT EXCUSE YOU FROM MATERIAL AND WORK COVERED. When
you are absent from class, get notes you missed from one of your classmates during the time
we are going over homework. If you missed a test or quiz, you will make it up when you come
back or very soon thereafter.
 It is also YOUR responsibility to show your teacher ALL homework you owe by handing it in
following your return to class. If you are absent during review for a test, you will still be required
to take the test on its scheduled day.
 If you are absent due to a music lesson, field trip, or situation that you are aware of in
advance, please notify your teacher a day ahead. Prolonged absence will be dealt with on
an individual basis.
 WORK THAT IS NOT MADE UP WITHIN 5 DAYS FROM THE ABSENCE WILL RECEIVE A ZERO.
Appropriate Behavior:
“Do those things which support your learning and the learning of others!”
 All school policies and rules as stated in your planner will be strictly enforced in class, this
includes, but not limited to, cell phone use, tardiness to class, and cheating.
 All cell phones are to be put away and out of sight until I am finished teaching.
 You will be expected to remain in your seat until I dismiss you.
 Failure to comply with these expectations will result in a warning, parent phone calls,
teacher detention, and school referrals.
Extra Help: (AVAILABLE AND STRONGLY ENCOURAGED)
Whenever you get confused – get help immediately. Do not wait until the day before the test to
ask for extra help. Also use homework time in class to get your questions clarified. This is one
reason that time is provided.
 I am available for help before AND after school in room 237, almost everyday except for
an occasional faculty and/or department meetings that take place on Mondays.
 If you would like extra assistance during my work period, you must tell me in advance.
 My planning periods are: _________________________________________________
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The most important thing to bring with you to class every day is a willingness to try.
Frustration often precedes our greatest success.
Look at problems as challenges.
Look at mistakes as opportunities to learn.
Come to class every day with a positive attitude.
Together we will have a successful year!
PARENT INFORMATION
Dear Parent/Guardian:
Please let me introduce myself as Mrs. Erin Hamp, your child’s mathematics teacher for the
2014 - 2015 school year. With everyone’s cooperation, this year will be a successful and an
enjoyable one. This course expects your child to complete a daily homework assignment and to
study frequently. In order for this success to take place I will do my best to be an effective
teacher and I promise to:
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Monitor the completion of daily homework assignments
Design lessons that set positive expectations as well as challenge the minds of your child
Maintain a well-ordered learning environment
Offer extra help before, during, and after school
Provide progress reports at every five-week and ten-week period
Answer any questions or concerns you may have
For your child to be successful, he/she must:
 Attend class every day
 Complete every homework assignment to the best of their ability
 Come to class prepared
 Be neat and organized
 Participate and cooperate
 Ask questions and seek extra help if needed
As a parent/guardian, you can help your child to be successful by:
 Inquiring about daily class lessons and activities
 Checking for completion of daily homework assignments
 Checking their grades on parent portal on a weekly basis
 Helping your child to prepare and study for tests and quizzes (ex. flashcards)
If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to call me at the math office (686-3294) or send
me an e-mail (preferable) to ehamp@lancasterschools.org . I will return your call or e-mail as soon
as possible. Please be aware that all graded assignments will be posted immediately to the
parent portal as well as five-week progress reports and report cards.
Thank you for taking an active role in your child’s education. I look forward to meeting you at the
High School Open House.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Erin Hamp
STUDENT INFORMATION
Student Name (please print)
______________________________________________
Student Signature
______________________________________________
What math class were you in last year?
______________________________________________
Did you attend summer school for this course?
Who was your math teacher last year?
Yes _______
No _______
________________________________________
How did you do? (Circle an average range below)
0-64
65-74
75-84
85-94
95-100
How will you change as a student to better your grade for this upcoming year?
________________________________________________________________________________________
Will you come in for extra help if you find yourself struggling to understand the material?
YES, immediately
MAYBE, if I have time
NO, never
Is doing your homework important to you? Why?__________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
What do you want to do for a career one day? __________________________________________
What clubs, teams, or activities are you involved in? ______________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
What is YOUR definition of a good teacher? ______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Please sign this portion of the letter if you have read and understand the Class Policies and
Procedures Information and the Parent Information. Please detach and have your child return this
sheet to me tomorrow. THANK YOU!
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Parent/Guardian Name (PRINT)
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Parent/Guardian Signature
____________________________
Student Name (PRINT)
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Date
Email: _______________________________________________________________
Phone number to reach you: _________________________________________
Best time to call: _____________________________________________________
Please describe any important information that might be needed when calling home/work
or when working with your son/daughter throughout the school year.