Course Syllabus

Precalculus ACP

Topics Covered:

  • Rational Functions
  • Trigonometric Functions 
  • Analytic Trigonometry
  • Trigonometric Equations
  • Graphs of Trigonometric Functions
  • Logarithmic Functions
  • Triangles
  • Sequences & Series

Required Materials:

  • Notebook for classwork/homework. 
  • Calculator: TI-84 Plus graphing calculator is recommended, but a scientific calculator is also acceptable.
  • Pencil 
  • Charged computer

Grading Policy:

Term Grade:
  • Assessments (test and quizzes) - 60% 
  • Term Cumulative Assessment - 30%
  • Classwork & Homework - 10%   
    • This category includes homework on DeltaMath or Canvas Quizzes, exit tickets, check-in quizzes, and graded classwork assignments. 
    • Students may re-do or re-submit homework assignments until the date of the Unit test for 100% credit, and may submit by the end of term for 75% credit.  Exit tickets, graded classwork, and check-in quizzes may not be redone.
Year Grade:

11th grade students:

  • Each Term Grade will be 22% of the year grade. 
  • Final Exam will be 12% of the year grade.

12th grade students:

  • Each Term Grade will be 25% of the year grade. 

[1] Any change to the grading policy will be discussed as a class prior to implementing the change(s).

Attendance:

If you are absent, check Canvas to find out what you missed.  All assignments are posted on Canvas.  Students absent on the day of a test or quiz, will be expected to make it up the day they return to school.

 

Academic Support:

Math Resource Center:
Students may visit the Math Resource Center during a free block or Directed Research block during the school day.  MRC Schedule
 Mrs. Burby is available in room 416 at the following times:
  • Block A (7:45-8:25) on days 1, 3, & 5 in room 416 
  • Block A (7:30-8:30) on days 6 & 7 in room 452 (Math Resource Center) 
  • After school (2:30-3:10) on Wednesdays

District Curriculum Accommodation Plan:

District accommodations (DCAP) are available to all students.  WHS is committed to moving this forward with fidelity.

While some accommodations can be offered at the moment, others require advanced notice.  Example: Extended time on an in-class assessment is a collaborative decision (up to 25% extra time). This relies on proactive student communication prior to the assessment date.

About Ms. Burby