Class Expectations and Procedures

JumpStartWhat school rules do you always have trouble following and why? Class Expectations and ProceduresLearning TargetI know and understand the classroom expectations and procedures.

This means: I ask questions if there is an expectation or procedure I do not understand. I could explain the expectations and procedures if asked.Supplies Students are expected to have and maintain the following supplies all year:Two #2 pencils, sharpened and ready to useTwo pens, either black or blue inkA highlighter (color is your choice)8x11 College-rule binder paperA folder for class handouts Writers notebook to be turned in periodically (Provided in class)Grade Break DownGrade Breakdown:Tests: 40%Homework: 30%Projects: 20%Participation (notebook and discussion): 10%

HomeworkHomework and discussion go hand-in-hand in my class. If you do not do your homework, you cannot be expected to participate in the classroom activities or discussion. Therefore, choosing to not do your homework results in a double-penalty in the gradebook.Must be turned into the basket at the beginning of the hour.

Assignments Must be in pencil or blue and black inkYou may type up your homeworkAttach it to your worksheet if one was givenMust be legible!Standards of Preparation You are in an academic environment, so your work will be viewed as such. Work will be assessed for content, but also for structure and academic merit. All spelling/ grammar errors will result in losing points on tests, essays or projects1 point per error Proper language is expected on all assignments throughout the year.No texting language Make-Up WorkAfter an absence, it will be your responsibility to check for make-up work in the designated location within the classroom.

You will receive one extra day for everyday they were absent to complete and turn in make-up work before it is considered late.Ex: Absent Monday--get work Tuesday--due Wednesday You are responsible for scheduling a meeting with me before or after school to make-up tests/quizzes. Pick up late work in your class binder,The class lesson will be posted on my school websiteLate WorkHomework must be turned into the homework bin at the beginning of the class period or else it will be considered late.

Late work will be accepted one day late for 50% of the allotted points. Worth 100 point now worth 50 points

Work later than ONE day will not be accepted at allHowever I will allow each student ONE free pass per semester. I understand that life happens. If you wish to use your free pass you must talk to me before class starts.Extra CreditThere will be TWO extra credit assignments offered. (one per semester)

You must complete the entire assignment if you wish to receive the extra credit points.

These are not mandatory assignments.

The extra credit will be added to your final grade at the end of each semester.

Hours of Availability Daily: 1:30 2:00. Please make an appointment with me so I know to expect you.

Spelling/ Grammar/ NeatnessPoints will be deducted for spelling/ grammar errors and lack of neatness on all finished products and assignments. This does not include works in progress as we do many rough drafts If I cannot read it, I cannot grade it!

Paper Heading NO NAME NO GRADE!

Top Right-hand corner

BehaviorFollow the Three Levels of RespectRespect the TeacherRespect the ClassroomRespect each Other

Consequences First Offense: WarningSecond Offence: Held after and discussion with the teacherThird Offence: Removal from class with phone call homeNOTE: Pending severity of the offence, you may skip over previous steps

Behavior/ ConsequencesThis is an academic environment and you are here to learn. This is your role in the classroom, and you are expected to behave in an appropriate manner.

Bathroom Passes Restroom passes will only be given in case of an emergency. You MUST have your agenda to use as a bathroom pass. You are expected to use the restroom during lunch and prior to arriving for class.Locker PassesNo locker passes will be given No exceptionsMake sure you have all materials prior to coming to class. ElectronicsDue to academic security and student safety, the use of cell phones during class time is prohibited. Cell phones will be confiscated if they ring, students are found talking or text messaging, or if they are visible in the classroom. Students are discouraged from bringing other electronic devices to school. Items such as iPods or any other electronic devices are often stolen and distract students from educational opportunities in class and are subject to confiscation.---Student HandbookElectronicsConfiscated Electronic Devices will be delivered to the Deans office. PARENTS/ GUARDIANS may retrieve these confiscated items from the Deans office between 1:30 and 3:00 p.m. weekdays. Items WILL NOT be returned to the students. QuizList 4 of the required school supplies.

HINT: There are 6 total!

QuizWhat colors are you allowed to write in?

QuizWHEN and WHERE must your homework be turned in to?

QuizTell me 2 things about the MAKE-UP WORK policy.

Quiz5. How many days late will I still accept work?

Quiz6. How many points do you lose if you turn work in late?

QUIZWhere should your heading be located on your paper? QuizWhat are the 3 LEVELS OF RESPECT?QuizBriefly describe the technology policy for our class?QuizWhere can you find your MAKE-UP WORK if you were absent?