Course Syllabus

Course Description: This course is an introductory course in calculus that is designed to prepare you to take the Calculus AB Advanced Placement examination. The course will incorporate many aspects of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry and introduce the concepts of limits, differentiating, integrating, and many applications. Everything we do in class will be posted on my canvas site and all slides and home work (with answers) will be provided.

My office Hours are Tuesdays 2:30-3:00 (if changed notice will be made)

Course Outline

Chapter 1: Limits 

Chapter 2: Differentiation 

Chapter 3: Applications of the Derivative 

Chapter 4: Antiderivatives and Integration 

Chapter 5: Exponential, Logarithmic, Inverse Functions (sprinkled throughout Units 2 through 4)

Chapter 6: Area, Volume, and Applications of Integration and Differentiation Using the Graphing Calculator Grading guidelines 

Each term will be 22% and the Final exam will be 12%

The final exam will be after the AP Exam in late May or early June

Your grade will consist of the following components:

90% Exams and Quizzes:  You will always know when these are long before they happen.  There will be an exam at the end of each chapter. Exams will NOT be graded on a curve.

10% Delta Math: You will have Delta Math assignments that will align with the topics we are studying.  These will be very helpful in being successful in my class. They have due dates (usually before tests), but you can earn reduced credit. These assignments all together will be worth 10% of your grade. I do occasionally check homework and give little check in quizzes. 

Assessment Day Protocol: All assessments are designed to be completed in 45 minutes. After a student turns in their assessment, they will not have access to their computers or other electronic devices. Students may bring a book to read or work for other classes as long as they are paper based assignments.

Student Absence: A student who has missed class is responsible for making up any missed work accomplished during their absence.  All information for each class is posted in Canvas.  If you miss a class you are expected to first access Canvas and try to complete the agenda for the day.  If you have any questions, please attend a Math Resource Center, email me with your question(s) or come to Office Hours.  If you are absent the day an assessment is given, then you are expected to schedule a time to make-up the assessment immediately upon your return to school. Please schedule a time via email.

District Curriculum Accommodation Plan (DCAP): District accommodations (DCAP) are available to all students, and in the 26-27 school year, WHS is committed to moving this forward with fidelity.

While some accommodations can be offered at the moment, others require advanced notice. 

For example: Extended time on an in-class assessment is a collaborative decision made by the teacher, student, and family to meet individual student needs.  The WHS guideline is up to 25% extra time.  This accommodation relies on proactive student communication prior to the date of the assessment.  The student and teacher must establish how the accommodation will be provided.