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Accelerated Geometry
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M RS. DANIELLE H OLSEY
215-944-1346
dholsey@crsd.org
A Little Bit About Accelerated Geometry
 For many students, learning Geometry is similar to
learning a new language.
 Proofs are often difficult for students to grasp at the
beginning of the course.
 Generally, marking periods 1 and 2 are more difficult
than 3 and 4.
 Geometry is included on the SAT.
My Teaching Philosophy
 As your child’s teacher, I feel my most important role
is to provide him or her with positive feedback and
encouragement. In doing so, my ultimate goal is to
give your child the self confidence necessary to be
successful.
 I am very enthusiastic about math. It is my sincere
hope that some of this enthusiasm will be passed on to
your child.
Keys to Success
 Warm Ups
 Notes
 Homework (checked just about everyday)
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Checking answers in the back of the book, on my website, or on HAC is
an integral part of the homework process.
 Studying
 Asking for Help
Grading
 Total Points
 Homework = 2-4 points per assignment
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Quizzes = 25-50 points per quiz,
usually one per chapter
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Tests = 100 points, one per chapter
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Midterm & Final Exam = 25% of the 2nd and 4th marking period
grades, respectively
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Extra credit assignments are rarely given and are not worth a
substantial amount of points.
Return of Assessments Policy
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All assessments are graded and returned in a timely fashion.
I go over the assessments with the class, touching upon common
difficulties.
 Students are then given the opportunity to ask questions regarding
the assessment.
 I collect the tests and keep them in my filing cabinet. Each student
has a file folder.
 This folder can be taken home upon request.
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Scores are published to “HAC” prior to the assessments being
returned.
District assessments, i.e. midterms and finals, are not returned.
What Comes Next?
 Accelerated Analysis
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For students who were successful in Honors or Accelerated Algebra II.
Considered a Pre-Calculus course.
 Analysis
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For students who struggled in Honors or Accelerated Algebra II.
Considered advanced Algebra and Trigonometry.
College level Pre-Calculus is still recommended.
 Accelerated Statistics
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For seniors who were successful in Honors or Accelerated Algebra II.
 Trig0nometry & Statistics
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One semester of each.