Mr. Zahn

Geometry Syllabus ’12-‘13 (Zahn)

A. Class Rules and Expectations

B.Homework

1. Homework
   assignments are a vital part of the learning experience and will be given
   almost daily.  Each checked assignment
   will be worth 5 points.

a.)5 points
(assignment is completed, must copy down problem and show work)

b.)    4 or 3 points
(assignment mostly completed, average effort shown)

c.)     2 or 1 point
(assignment is unsatisfactory, little effort shown)

2.) Each day homework
is late your score will go down 2 points. 
More than 2 days late means no credit.

C. The class of 2015
will be taking the Ohio Graduation Test this spring.  Students are required to pass this test to
receive their high school diploma.  A
good deal of emphasis will be placed on preparing students to take this very
important test.  We will be doing sample
problems throughout the year up until the test.

D. Quizzes

1. There will be
   about three 40 point quizzes per six weeks.
2. There will be periodic notebook quizzes.  These will be open note and you will be asked to answer questions using your notes.
3. A semester and
   final exam will be given.
4. Quizzes will be
   made up promptly as specified by the student handbook.

Extra Help

1. I will be available to any student seeking extra help before or after school.

Grading Scale:      A             93-100                   B              83-92                     C              71-82          D 
61-70

**school website:               www.lexington.k12.oh.us.                  My
conference period is 7^th (1:44-2:34)

Statistics/Probability Syllabus
’12-‘13 (Zahn)

A. Class Rules and Expectations

1. Bring materials
   to class (pencil, paper, book, calculator, notebook)
2. No swearing.  (immediate trip to the office)
3. Do not talk while
   I am talking.  Be ready to start the
   class when the bell rings.
4. No sitting on the
   desktops, floor, or ledge.  There will be
   a seating chart and you are to remain in your seat.  There will be no wandering around to visit.
5. No sleeping in
   class.  You should be attentive and your
   head should be off the desk at all times.
6. No food
   (including candy).  Gum and bottled water
   are permitted.  Pop, sports drinks, juice
   are not.
7. Three hall passes
   per six weeks.
8. Cover your book.
9. Purses, bookbags,
   etc. should be on the floor under your desk.
10. Everyone can
    succeed.  Be consistent with your
    approach towards your schoolwork.  Be
    prepared when you come to class, not only prepared with the materials you will
    need, but with a frame of mind that allows you to do the things you need to do
    to be successful, such as listening, taking notes, asking questions, and
    committing yourself to do your very best. 
    I am here to help you.

B. Homework

1. Homework assignments are a vital part of the learning experience and will be given almost daily.  Each checked assignment will be worth 5 points.
2. a.)    5 points
   (assignment is completed, must copy down problem and show work)b.)    4 or 3 points
   (assignment mostly completed, average effort shown)

           c.)     2 or 1 point
              (assignment is unsatisfactory, little effort shown)

3.)Each day homework is late your score will go down 2 points. 
More than 2 days late means no credit.

C. Quizzes

There will be
about three 40 point quizzes per six weeks.

1. A  final exam will be given.
2. There will be periodic notebook quizzes.  These are open note and you will be asked to answer questions using your notes.
3. Quizzes will be made up promptly as specified by the student handbook.

D.Extra Help
1. I will be
available to any student seeking extra help before or after school.

Grading Scale:      A             93-100                   B              83-92                     C              71-82          D 61-70

**school website:               www.lexington.k12.oh.us.                  My
conference period is 7^th (1:44-2:34)