Principles of Mathematics 10
Rutland Secondary School Mr. Gilbert
Who should be in Principles of Mathematics 10 ?
If you have successfully completed Math 9 (with extensions) with a C average or better and are prepared to put in significantly more effort than you did in Math 9 then you should be successful in this course. If you achieved a C- average in Math 9 and are not prepared to come in for extra help on a daily basis then you will probably experience a very high degree of frustration and may not be successful in Principles of Math 10. If you did not complete Math 9 (with extensions) then you should not take this course.
Principles of Mathematics 10 satisfies graduation requirements and is required for entry into many post secondary educational programs. The mark you achieve in Principles of Math 10 will appear on your Dogwood Certificate after graduation. It is very important to you to achieve a high standard in this course.
Topic Outline
TEXT – Math Power 10, McGraw - Hill
Chapter 2 - Number Patterns
Chapter 1 - Real Numbers
Chapter 3 - Polynomials
Chapter 4 - Rational Expressions and Equations
Chapter 5 - Relations and Functions
Chapter 6 - Coordinate Geometry
Chapter 7 – Measurement
Chapter 8 – Statistics ( time permitting)
Evaluation
Each of the term is worth 40% and the provincial exam will count 20% of the years work. Letter grades in each term will be made up from assignments, quizzes and chapter tests. The following provincially recommended letter grade scale is used for report card marks.
A 86% and above
B 73% to 85%
C+ 67% to 72%
C 60% to 67%
C- 50% to 59%
F (Fail) less than 50%
During the middle of the first term, all students will be given a in-term report. Report Cards are given at the end of each term ( twice a semester).
Effort and work habits marks will be made up from student behavior, punctuality and effort in class as well as frequent home work checks. These marks will appear on the report card as;
G - good effort
S - satisfactory effort
N - needs improvement
Classroom expectations
1. Regular attendance is very important for success in Mathematics 10. It is expected that students will attend all classes. If a student is absent for any reason, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain missed notes and satisfactorily complete any missed assignments
2. Upon returning to class after an absence, it is the student’s responsibility to communicate with a note stating the reason for the absence and to make arrangements to write any missed tests within two school days (before the next block).
3. Notebooks are to be kept in a neat and comprehensive fashion.
4. It is expected that students will arrive to class on time with all required materials.
5. Behavior in the classroom should reflect a serious and responsible attitude where the student strives to reach their potential.
Extra Help
Students who are absent or require extra help on difficult topics MUST get the extra help they require to keep up. Mr. Gilbert is available during the following times;
a. Every morning at 7:50 am except Monday
b. Every noon hour (except Tuesdays)
Students should always check prior to arriving for extra help to make sure the teacher does not have any other commitments during these times.
Supplies Needed
1. 3 ring binder, lined paper, graph paper, pencils, marking pen and erasers.
2. Scientific Calculator.
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