Welcome Parents!Pre-Calculus

Mrs. Holman

Education:BGSU – Bachelor of Science in Secondary Mathematics Education

Ashland – Master of Education in Computer Technology

Experience: (21 years)Solon High School

2002-Present

Wooster High School 1995-2002

Vermilion HS & Middle School 1992 - 1995

My Fam

ily

Key Topics of Study Transformations of

Functions Periodic Functions and

Their Graphs Area Under a Curve as

the foundation for integration

Inverses, Exponentials, and Logarithmic Equations and Applications

Limits at infinity and at a point

Properties of functions including: continuity, increasing vs. decreasing, and concavity

Average rates of change and instantaneous rates of change as a foundation for derivatives

Applications of trigonometric functions

Algebraic fluency and simplification techniques

Modeling using a variety of functions

Ten Keys to a Good Attitude

• Compassion• Acceptance• Enthusiasm• Integrity• Responsibility

• Belief• Focus• Coachability • Respect• Fairness

Benefits of Being in this Class . . .

Grading

• Grades are weighted and points are based on: Individual Assessments (70%) Team Tests, Small Quizzes, Homework,

Participation, Other (30%)

• Grades are posted online and updated frequently.

Our Grading Scale• 90-100% = A• 80-89.9% = B• 70-79.9% = C• 60-69.9% = D• Below 60% = F

Supporting Your Child• Remind your child that daily homework

assignments are an essential part of this class providing additional instruction, practice and reinforcement of review and newly acquired concepts as well as a preview for upcoming concepts.

• Encourage your child to seek help immediately if they are having difficulty so that the problem can be remedied quickly. Students can get help from me, another student, or the Math Lab.

• Instill in your child that attendance is a requirement for success.

Internet Information

On my page, you will find daily lessons, homework, upcoming tests and quizzes as well as some of the class resources. To get to my page follow these steps:

1.   Go to the Solon Schools web page www.solonschools.org

2.    Choose Schools - SHS3.    Choose Staff Directory4.    Scroll down to my name (Charlotte Holman)5.    Choose “Calendar” from the bottom 6.    Choose the appropriate class

Communication

Parent – Teacher communication is of utmost importance for student success. If at anytime you have a concern or question, please email or call me. I check and respond to email regularly, so that is the preferred method of contact. If you need me to call, please leave a number you can be reached at during school hours.

Voicemail: 440-349-7757 EXT 5441 Email: charlotteholman@solonboe.org

• Please feel free to contact me at any time with concerns or questions.

• My school website is a great place to find out what your son or daughter is or should be working on!

• Thank you for being a supportive parent. I am looking forward to a rewarding school year.

• Please leave the index card with the requested information with me as you leave tonight.

Thank You for Attending Tonight!