Tracy High School Math Department
Pre Calculus IB Honors
(Please keep at the front of your notebook for referencing.)
Mrs. Maria Bassett
E-mail: mbassett@tusd.net
Room A112
School Phone: 830-3360 Ext. 2248
Office Hour: Wednesday 3:10-4:10
Appointments can also be arranged for after school . Study Groups are encouraged.
Course Description:
Pre Calculus IB Honors is a course designed to prepare students for the study of Calculus. Additionally, Pre Calculus Honors will include course work which will help students who plan to take SAT or ACT tests in preparation for college applications and admissions. Students must have successfully completed a grade of C or better in Pre IB Algebra II or IMP III. Algebra 2 or IMP II students must have also passed a Trigonometry class.
Course Outline:
This class will cover topics noted in the course text. Chapters P,1,2,3,12,and parts of 4 First Semester and Chapters 4,5,6,7,9,10 plus IB Test Prep Second Semester. Students will have access to graphing calculators in the classroom, but acquiring a graphing calculator, though not required, is recommended. T-I 83, TI 83 plus, are calculators which are allowed for use on the AP Calculus tests and are also allowed on SAT or ACT tests. (Refer to calculator rules when signing up for the exams.
Additional calculators may be noted.)) Textbooks : I will post in written form on the board when textbooks are to be brought to class. Textbook should be covered and brought to class daily. Pre Cal Textbooks may be stored before school in the appropriate class cupboard and picked up after school before 3:20 with the clarification that it is your responsibility for loss, damage, or theft.
Class Rules as posted in classroom:
Thank you for…
1.
Being respectful, attentive, and courteous.
2.
Being prepared with class materials and motivated to achieve.
3.
Raising your hand and waiting for the proper
acknowledgement.
4.
Appreciating the right for each individual to
learn.
5.
Keeping your area clean and waiting to be dismissed at the end of the period.
REMEMBER TO…….
 Have your cell phone off and out of sight, as well as, all other electronic devices.
 Remove your sunglasses, and hat/ hood. No Gum, food,or liquids.
 Backpacks/purses on the floor.
 Use the proper heading on your assignments.
 Copy the assignment daily.
THANK YOU!!
of failing to follow the Classroom Expectations:
Following and respecting the above agreements will build a sense of community in the classroom and if individual problems arise, appropriate action will be taken including:
1.
Verbal Warning
2.
Conference with Teacher , Parent Contact, and 10 minutes detention after school.
3.
Referral to Counselor,Parent Contact, and 20 minutes detention after school.
4.
See THS Handbook ON LINE for remaining consequences
Note: I reserve the right to skip steps depending on the severity of the offense.

******In addition to the above agreements, all students are expected to abide by the school rules outlined in the student conduct code. This includes dress code, technology, and attendance. Writing, tracing, scratching, gum on/UNDER desks, walls, and other items in the room will result in a referral to the Assistant Principal for destruction of school property. YOU
SHOULD CHECK UNDER AND AROUND YOUR DESK AT THE START OF EACH PERIOD FOR ANY DAMAGE AND
REPORT IT TO ME AT THE START OF THE PERIOD BECAUSE IF FOUND DURING THE PERIOD, YOU WILL BE
HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR THE DAMAGE.
Tardy Policy
If a student chooses to be late to class, the following consequences, as outlined in the THS Handbook, will result:

Tardy 1 -2 Teacher conference with student/ sign tardy log

Tardy 3-4 Contact Parent/ sign tardy log/ 15 minute detention served same day as tardy ( starting at 3:05 p.m.)

Tardies 5 and above, see THS Handbook for consequences
Make- Up Work Policy:
Returning to class after an absence………
Excused Absence:
It is your responsibility to find out what you missed by……
1.
Copying the missing notes from a classmate. Call your math partner.
2.
Check for missing handouts from the class pocket in the back of the room..
3.
Turn in missing work and write ABSENT on (date of absence).
Students will have the same number of days to complete the work as they were absent. Make-up assessments will be given before or after school. Please make arrangements with Mrs. Bassett ahead of time. An excused absence on a test or quiz day must be made up the following Wednesday after school, this includes sports and other activities.
Suspension or Unexcused Absence:
If you are suspended home or have an unexcused absence, you may not make up the work. If you have in house suspension, you may make up the work.
Homework Policy:
All work including classwork should be completed neatly in pencil and with great effort. The purpose for assigning homework is to give students the opportunities to practice skills, to prepare them for a new topic, or to elaborate on introduced material.
Students will keep track of the assignments on their assignment log in their notebook. For additional notations, Refer to Board
Policy 6145
Required Materials: Must be brought daily….
1.
Your choice: 100-200 page spiral notebook ex. 3 subject or 5 subject , Composition Book, or a 3 ring binder, (This is your working notebook which will hold an assignment log, Just In Time Learning Assignments, Notes/Classwork, Homework, and
Quizzes/Tests)
2.
graphing calculator TI 83-TI 83 plus, TI84, Save the TI points and turn them in to your teacher. A calculator is not required but recommended.
3.
current Textbook with cover/ Name and period on spine
4.
correcting pen (colored pencils and highlighter optional)
5.
Homework assignments should be ready to turn in when requested. Separate sheet of paper with proper heading.
Leave a page in your notebook to attach the returned assignment. It is recommended to complete the nightly homework and be prepared to turn it in at the start of each class period. Homework earns you practice opportunities and points. Please complete your homework with pride and use it as a tool for success in this course. Be sure to write the numbers from the problem set that need to be covered before the bell rings. Use the Homework Helpline on the board as a tool for your benefit. The Homework will be recorded daily and returned to be discussed after the JITL.
Classroom Procedures
Beginning of Class Enter quietly-thank you!

Check under/on/around desk area and report any damage

Turn in homework assignment before Teacher closes the door.

Begin working on the Just In Time Learning (warm-up) (JITL)

Early finishers-read assignment calendar and fill in what is available/or locate lesson in the textbook and read ahead

Be prepared to asks questions from homework or classwork
Instructional Period
Participate, follow directions, and be respectful

Be prepared to take notes in guided lessons

Stay in your seat unless permitted to move

Begin assignment/time permits
Ending Period

Copy assignment into assignment log

Clean area

Remain in your seat until dismissed
Grading Policy: Your child will be able to check their grade on Parent Link . Grades will be updated weekly.
90-100% A Break Down of Class: Tests/Quizzes 60%
80-89% B
70-79% C
Homework 8%
JITL’s /Classwork 12%
60-69% D
59% and below F
Final 20%
Semester grade is determined as follows:
First Semester:
40% Quarter 1 40% Quarter 2 Final Exam 20%
Second Semester:
40% Quarter 3 40% Quarter 4 Final Exam 20%
Grading Determination: Tests, Quizzes, Homework Assignments, JITL’s, and Classwork. (homework will be completed in pencil, proper heading in right hand corner, assignment on top margin, Selected Problem(s) highlighted, and all work shown. Also Refer to Board Policy 6145), Anticipated IB Diploma Candidates will have a Mathematical Studies Paper due at the start of second semester.
All work is due at the beginning of each class period. If you are Tardy and miss the JITL or a Pop Quiz, you will not be able to make it up. If you are Tardy and know a HW assignment, Test, or Quiz is due for that given day, you are able to complete the task using the remaining time and finish with your classmates.
No late work will be accepted unless an excused absence has been recorded. If you are suspended home or have an unexcused absence, you may not make up the work.

Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated and the consequences will be followed as outlined in the Student Handbook.
For Students preparing for The Mathematical Studies IB exam, a useful tool, but not required, is a textbook you can order on line. IB STUDY GUIDES MATHEMATICAL STUDIES FOR THE IB DIPLOMA Author: Scott Genzer ISBN 978-0-19-
915242-1
Bathroom Policy: I greet you at the door and it is at that time you should quickly organize your materials and use the bathroom. During the class period is not the best time to use the bathroom, however, special circumstances do arise. Please use your best courtesy to not interrupt the lecture to ask permission to use the bathroom. I encourage you to use the bathroom during the passing period and before the bell. We are located very close to the bathroom so with quick steps, your personal needs can be met.
TA’s will be required to attend a minimum of 70% to receive a passing grade.
Dear Families,
I have the privilege of helping your child reach his/her academic goals for this school year. In order to help every student feel comfortable and capable to contribute to classroom activities, it is important that we work together so that we can create a positive learning environment. Please read through the materials and return the following page by tomorrow. If you have any questions or comments, please feel to call, e-mail, or write them on the returned portion of the sheet. I return e-mails within 24 hours Mon-Fri.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Bassett mbassett@tusd.net
830-3360 Ext. 2248

Please fill out, sign this page, and have your student return it to class by Tomorrow!!!