Class Policies and Procedures

 

 Class Expectations

 

Be respectful toward yourself.

• Come prepared to learn with the following items every day:
  1. Complete Binder  - paper, spiral, dividers
  2. Agenda
  3. Homework
  4. Pencil
  5. Pen
  6. Library book
• Take pride in your work by being neat, complete, and on time.
• Do your best on every assignment.
• Participate in class activities.
• Use appropriate language.
• Take care of your own things. 

 

Be respectful toward others.

• Keep your hands feet and objects to yourself.
• Be polite using “please” and “thank you.”
• Listen when others are speaking.
• Do your part in any group projects.
• Be kind.

 

Be respectful toward school or another’s property.

• Put things back when you are finished using them.
• Write on paper only.
• Pick up things you see on the floor.
• Use chairs correctly by not leaning back.
• If you find something that isn’t yours, turn it in.

Consequences:

• Inappropriate behavior – warning or lunch detention
• Severe inappropriate behavior – removed from room – mandatory tutorial
• Habitual behavior problems – detention during school/team activities

 

 

Homework Expectations

 

Reading Calendar

     Students should read 30 minutes each night.  Parents sign the reading calendar at the end of the month to verify the at home reading.  The turn in date is listed on each month's calendar.  The reading calendar is worth 50 points per month. 

     Students may choose to read any type of book at home.  Encourage your child to select the types of books he/she is most interested in.  Students may read magazines or newspapers, as well as the books of their choice. This is a time for students to read for enjoyment and practice.  During school time students will be directed toward reading on level and in specific genres.

 

Writing Journal

     Students will be writing at least three days a week in their writing journal.  Students write about anything they would like.  I encourage students to write journal entries, stories, poetry, and letters in this journal.  The purpose is for practice writing.  The journals will be collected weekly and graded for participation.  Students will be using the journal in class and at home.

 

Late/Missing Assignments

     Students who have been absent have two days for each day of absence to make up the work.  It is the responsibility of the student to get missing assignments.  There is a designated place in the classroom for students to get missing assignments and they should ask the teacher for any information they missed during their absence.  Students can make up work during tutorial time or it may be necessary for students to take the work home.

 

Agenda

     Students will write their current grade in their agenda on Thursday of each week.  Teachers will initial their grades.  Parents sign the agenda, and then students bring their signed agenda on Friday.  Students will be given credit for having the agenda signed on Friday.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Updated: September 1, 2008