What's Going On? February 1-5th

ACT Check-In Assessment


Earlier in the year students completed a 36 question practice ACT assessment that contains concepts that students have previously learned as well as topics that will be covered throughout our Honors Geometry course.  On Monday, students will complete a mid-year assessment to check our progress.  We have been practicing some of our most difficult skills, so hopefully we will see an increase in performance and understanding in our skills.

Similarity

After we complete Monday's ACT check-in assessment we will continue our study of similarity.  Last week we talked about how we can show two figures are similar and we discovered some triangle similarity shortcuts.

This week, we will talk about similarities that exist within right triangles and proportional relationships that exist within triangles.  At the end of the week, we will take our study of similarity to the coordinate plane where we will talk about dilations (stretches and shrinks) of figures on a graph.

What's Going On? January 26th-30th

A Brand New Semester!

Welcome to second semester, Honors Geometry students!  We have made it through the first half of the school year.  Last week, I asked you to reflect on what went well and what might need to change for second semester.  As I looked through the feedback many students said that they thought that we should stop learning about proofs.  Well, you are in luck!  We will focus on proofs a little bit during our seventh unit on similarity, but after that point we will not see proof.  So those of you who dread proofs, you can breathe a sigh of relief!

Additionally, if you feel like the pacing might be a little off please say something!  I encourage questions, so please ask!

This semester we will talk about a variety of topics, including similarity, circles, area, volume, trigonometry, as well as probability and statistics.  We have a ton of cool stuff to learn during this second semester, so get ready!

Updated Grading Policy

Beginning second semester, if a student has an IE on two or more “I can” statements, the student’s grade will be an “F” until they have demonstrated minimal proficiency in the “I can” statement.

Retake Policy
In order to retake any summative, you must complete the following:

• All daily practice assignments must be completed for the unit.
• Any required formative assessments must be completed.
• Student must meet with teacher to discuss first summative and do corrections.  
• Teacher might request additional practice outside of school prior to retake.

****Retakes must be completed prior to the next unit’s summative assessment date.****


The retake procedure will take multiple days to complete.  You can’t do all things in one day.   Please talk with me if you have any questions.

Similarity

This week we will start our seventh unit on similarity.  As we begin the unit, we will define ratio and proportion.  We will then talk about what it means to have two similar figures.  We will also discuss some of the shortcuts for proving that two triangles are similar.  You can find our tentative homework schedule here.

Everyone is starting this semester with a "clean slate" so let's make sure that we're off to a great start.  Please see me if you have any questions!

What's Going On? January 18th through 21st

Exam Week: January 18-21st

This week is the official semester exam week.  Please check the schedule to see where you are supposed to be and when.  Our first period Honors Geometry class will have our exam on Monday from 8:10-9:40.  Our second period Honors Geometry class will have our exam on Monday from 9:50-11:20.  Our fourth period Honors Geometry class will have our exam on Wednesday from 8:10-9:40.  It is extremely important that you arrive on time to your exam!

What's on the Honors Geometry Exam?

For this first semester exam, you will have three required sections on your exam:

• 1d: Proofs about lines and angle
• 1e: Proving triangles congruent
• 3c: Solving for missing measures

You will also need to choose at least  two additional sections for your exam.  You may choose to take more than two additional sections, but you must complete the exam within the 90 minute exam period.  Please check Infinite Campus to see your current grade status for each learning target as you make your selection.  

• 1a: I can precisely define Geometric terms
• 1b: I can use the basic language of logic
• 2a: I can write equations of lines
• 2c: I can prove theorems about quadrilaterals
• 3a: I can use the segment and angle addition postulate

What to bring to the exam

On the day of the exam, you should bring a calculator, something to write with, your "cheat sheet" and something to do if you finish the exam early.

Cheat Sheet

For the exam you may use one 8-1/2" by 11" piece of paper.  On this piece of paper, you may include formulas, definitions, sample problems....ANYTHING YOU WANT!  The cheat sheet must be handwritten and will be turned in at the end of the exam period.  Please do not plan to share your cheat sheet with a student from another class.

Preparing for the Exam

This past week we completed the activities prepared by different groups to help review the material from each learning target.  You also have access to the semester exam review that has been posted on BlackBoard.  I would suggest that you complete the review and add any tricky problems or any formulas or definitions that you had to look up while completing the review onto your "cheat sheet".  Additionally, I will be available each day of exam week from 7:00-8:00am in room 807 if you would like to get some extra help.

Relax, breathe, eat well, and get a good night's sleep.  Good luck on your exams!