Geometry is designed for students who have mastered Algebra I. This course stresses the basic structures of geometry and the development of formal proofs. Topics covered in this course will include an introduction to basic figures and terminology, inductive reasoning, parallel lines, congruent triangles, applications of congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, similarity, trigonometry, circles, polygons, area and volume, constructions, and coordinate geometry. Throughout the course the Virginia SOLs will be followed.

The graphics calculator, a textbook, and appropriate computer software are the major resources.

Tests, exams, homework, class work, and class participation are the evaluation methods. See the course syllabus for a more detailed description of grading method.

Class Materials Needed

for 2014-2015 School Year