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Geometry

$855

Curriculum

Geometry includes all topics in a typical high school geometry course: lines, angles, two- and three-dimensional figures, deductive reasoning, proofs, transformations, reflections, translations, rotations, congruency, triangles, polygons, trigonometry, circles, area, volume, and probability. Topics are designed to prepare students for higher level mathematics, standardized tests, and higher-level thinking. Labs, study guides, and group projects reinforce these topics.

The learning of mathematics must be done little by little over a period of time. Optimally, math should be taught in small “chunks,” practiced daily, and repeated for mastery. Class time will be used to introduce new concepts, answer questions, and check progress. At-home time is used for daily homework and study.

Because students will submit their weekly homework to Google Classroom, they will need access to and training in how to scan documents to a pdf and upload pdfs to Google Classroom.

Home Studies

  • The average student should plan to devote approximately 45-60 minutes four days each week to math studies. Students should not enroll in upper-level mathematics courses if consistent daily study time is not available.
  • Regular progress reports will be sent to parents.

Prerequisites

  • Successful completion of a rigorous, conceptual Algebra 1 course that focuses on practical application with a final course grade of 85% or higher.
  • Parents sometimes feel their students can benefit from taking classes before the recommended age or without prerequisite knowledge. We value our parents expertise; however, if you decide to enroll a child who is younger than the recommended guidelines or who lacks prerequisite skills, and this results in that student requiring significant additional support to be successful in the class, you will need to be prepared to provide that additional support. 
  • If you are requesting young age admittance, the student's admittance will be based on their math report card and a letter of recommendation which addresses their social maturity.

Texts & Materials

Texts

  • Geometry, Mcdougal Littell
    • 2007 edition
    • ISBN: 13: 978-0-618-59540-2
    • ISBN: 10: 0-618-59540-6
    • Be sure to purchase this ISBN and not a special edition authorized by individual states.

Materials

  • 1 1/2 " - 2" binder
  • 4 tabbed dividers
  • A ruler (small is fine)
  • Graph paper
  • A scientific calculator
  • Precision geometry compass with spring bow head and center wheel
  • A protractor (clear is best)