AP Calculus AB – Course Policies
Mr. Montesano 2011-2012
Email: tmontesano@maine207.org
Mathematics Department Phone: 847-692-8390
Course Description:
Calculus AB is designed to be an introductory course equivalent to a one-semester college course
in calculus. The course will begin with a review of PreCalculus topics followed by an
introduction to limits and continuity, derivatives, integrals, and their applications.
Supplies Needed:
Students are expected to have the following supplies in class EVERYDAY !
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Textbook: Calculus: Early Transcendentals 9th edition by Anton, Bivens, & Davis
Pencil and/or Pen
Graphing Calculator ( TI-84)
Notebook
Grading Procedures:
Each student will earn a grade based on tests, quizzes, and assignments. Test and quiz grades
will be weighted at 85% of each student's quarter grade, while assignments are weighted at 15%.
Extra credit opportunities will include CLM contests, ILML contests, and Math team events.
Scores will be updated on the parent portal as soon as possible.
Students are to submit a copy of daily assignments which will be checked for completeness,
neatness, effort, and occasionally for accuracy. A complete list of the previous night’s correct
answers is provided each day. It is the responsibility of each student to check his/her homework
for correctness.
The course will cover 7 chapters (1-8 skip chapter 7) and there will be a test at the conclusion of
each chapter. There will also be 2-3 quizzes per chapter.
Tests and quizzes will be graded thoroughly. Accuracy and a student's best effort are expected to
receive top scores on tests. There will be times when certain algebraic procedures are expected
to be used. Students will be graded on their performance in using the correct procedures, not just
whether their final answer is correct.
At the end of each semester, a Final Exam will be given. A final grade will be given that
combines each student's semester grade and Final Exam score. The Final Exam score will be
weighted 15% of each student's final grade. A letter grade will be assigned using the following
scale:
Grading Scale:
A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79 %
D = 60% - 69%
F = 59% and below *
Weighted Grades
Assessments = 85%
Homework = 15%
Final Exam = 15% of
semester grade
Missing Assignments
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All homework assignments and tests missed due to an excused absence will be required
the day following the student’s return. Extended absence work will require direct contact
between teacher and student to arrange for an acceptable timeframe.
Students are responsible for homework assigned on the day of the field trip. It will be
due the following day.
Homework assignments missed for any other reason may receive a grade of 0% .
Academic Dishonesty
Students are expected to complete all tests and assignments honestly and will not
collaborate in dishonest actions. Students will not give or accept answers or assignments
unless directed to by the teacher. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will be subject
to discipline as stated in the Student Handbook.
Here is where to get help…
COACH offers student tutors during the school day and before/after school in room 232.
The MRC (Math Resource Center) offers teacher tutors during the school day in LRC. All
students may take advantage of the MRC during study periods or lunch.
In Room 208, the math office, during any of my free periods listed on the following page.
My Schedule
Before school I usually can be found in room 223 or 149
Period 1-2a
AP Calculus AB – rm 223
Period 2a-3
AP Calculus AB – rm 223
Period 4
Planning rms 223, 208
Period 5
Lunch rms 223, 208
Period 6
Algebra 1 – rm 223
Period 7
Algebra 1 – rm 223
Period 8
Planning rms 223, 208
Period 9
Algebra 1 – rm 223
After school in the fall I am unavailable due to Golf Team.
After Golf Season ends, I can usually be found in 223 or 149 after school.
Additional Information:
Teachers may be reached via e-mail! Log onto the Maine East home page, click on staff and a
complete list of all of the teachers at Maine East will appear. Simply click on the name of the
teacher you wish to e-mail, and start typing!
Students and parents may view the student’s grades via the parent portal at any time.
AP Calculus Exam is Wednesday May 9, 2012