1. Welcome to AP CALCULUS 2 (BC) Howard Alcosser 2013 - 2014

2. AP Calculus BC Exam u Wednesday, May 7, 2014 u I am a College Board Consultant for AP Calculus u I am an AP Calculus Reader (I grade the AP Calculus exams) u 31 years experience teaching AP Calculus

3. Our goals for students u Have students develop skills in calculus and strengthen their skills in algebra and trigonometry u Have them become responsible

4. Our goals for students u Give students opportunities for mathematical challenges beyond the scope of the course u Prepare them for success in college or university u Motivate students to enjoy the class, appreciate the subject matter, and value life-long learning

5. How the grade is calculated u Homework-Trying, following rules, and correcting = 50% u Tests = 50% u Extra Credit - enhances grade u Grades updated daily and can be viewed on the PARENT PORTAL

6. Excitement u Best test u Collaborative groups u Seating u The movie u Surprises u BC Calculus Online

7. BC Calculus Online u A weekly e-mail outlining the week’s upcoming events u An e-mail the day before each test to give the students encouragement, some study hints and ideas for maximizing performance u All of the assignments, notices, worksheets, and requirements are posted online

8. AP Calculus 2 Online u Students and parents can send e-mail to me through the school website or at alcosser@yahoo.com u The web page address is alcosser.dbhsmath.org

9. Please feel free to contact me: alcosser@yahoo.com (909)594-1405 ext. 33652