Honors Geometry
OPEN TO ALL CURRENT 8th-11th GRADE STUDENTS
Geometry is a comprehensive course that provides an in-depth exploration of geometric concepts. Through a "Discovery-Confirmation-Practice"-based exploration of these concepts, students are challenged to work toward a mastery of computational skills, to deepen their understanding of key ideas and solution strategies, and to extend their knowledge in a variety of problem-solving applications.
7th-grade students are required to meet certain criteria to take this accelerated summer course. Please make an appointment with Mrs. Stenz, Principal Garnet Valley Middle School, if interested.
All students must also complete Algebra before taking summer geometry.
This summer’s accelerated Geometry course will run in a Blended Format, meaning a portion of the course will be conducted online and a portion of the course will be conducted in a face-to-face setting. It is not recommended that students take this course without being able to make all of the face-to-face sessions. The dates for the face-to-face sessions are:
Wednesday, May 29, 2024 - Course Orientation (Parents are welcome to attend also but are not required) Zoom Link will be provided. The Zoom Meeting will be from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
*If you missed the orientation meeting, please check the “start here” folder in the Schoology course for a recording.
Wednesday, June 19, 2024- Check In - systems check, Chapters Review, Proof Discussions.
10:00-11:30 am GVHS Library
Students should check in with Mr. Saboja and/or Mrs. Murphy in GVMS by this date to make sure they are able to access all course materials before leaving for summer break.
Wednesday, June 26, 2024- Check In - systems check, Chapters Review, Proof Discussions
10:00-11:30 a.m. GVHS Library
Wednesday, July 10, 2024- Check In - systems check, Chapters Review, Proof Discussions
10:00 - 11:30 am -GVHS Library
Wednesday, July 17, 2024- Mid-term Exam - *MUST be taken in person
10:00 am - 11:30 am GVHSl Library
Wednesday, July 24, 2024- Check In - systems check, Chapters Review, Proof Discussions
10:00 am - 11:30 am GVHS Library
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 - Check In - systems check, Chapters Review, Proof Discussions
10:00 am - 11:30 am GVHS Library
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 -Final Exam *MUST be taken in person
10:00 am - 12:00 pm GVHS Library
*The final date to enroll in this course is no later than Friday May 31, 2024.
Withdrawal Policy
It is not uncommon for some students to experience difficulties keeping up with the amount of work a summer accelerated course requires. While we want our students to persevere through difficult challenges, we also understand that summer plans and schedules change for teenagers. To that end, the following withdraw/reimbursements dates have been established so students/parents won’t feel overwhelmed if other circumstances due arise.
$200 refund if the student withdraws by Friday, June 21, 2024.
$100 refund if the student withdraws by Friday, July 12, 2024 (this is after Mid-Term exam results)
We cannot process refunds for students who choose to withdraw from the course after Friday, July 12, 2024.
To withdraw from this course, please email Julie Devine at devinej@garnetvalley.org with your name and which summer course you wish to withdraw FROM.
* PLEASE NOTE: Exams must be taken during the times outlined in the course description. There will be no exceptions to taking an exam at a later date or time.
** Please note: The Orientation meeting will be recorded if students are unable to attend.
*** Click HERE to view additional information for eligible GVMS students.