Evaluation of Student Progress

Evaluation of Student Progress

The following procedures will be used to record and document student progress:

• • District guidelines and scale

  • Grade Book – All major tests and minor quizzes and assignments will be recorded.

  • Progress reports

  • Report cards

  • Student and teacher conferences

  • Teacher and parent conferences

  • Notes/emails/calls to parents

Grading Scale

A = 90 - 100

B = 80 - 89

C = 70 - 79

D = 60 - 69

F = 50 - 59

Minor assessments count 60% and major assessments count 40%.

Homework Policy

It is my belief that homework should serve a specific purpose. Homework will be used as a supplement to instruction in order to improve or increase skills. Homework may be in the nature of enrichment activities, such as special reports, research work, and practice of a specific skill. Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday and usually will take the student about 45 – 60 minutes to complete. Students will be given time to record their homework assignments in their planners.  In addition to homework, students should read for pleasure and enrichment 20 minutes each night.

Classroom Rules:

• 1. Listen carefully.

  2. Follow directions.

  3. Work quietly.  Do not disturb others who are working.

  4. Respect others.  Be kind with your words and actions.

  5. Respect school and personal property.

  6. Work and play safely.

  7. Own your actions.

As your teacher, I believe it is important to be safe, responsible, and respectful. I also believe that appropriate behaviors and routines, like academic subjects, must be thoroughly taught and reviewed throughout the year, therefore students will have discussions to teach them our school expectations.  

In order for students to receive the best possible education, there must be open communication between the school, parents/guardians, and the students. Positive and open communication between home and school can result in a more pleasant and successful experience in Sixth Grade. Everyone must accept responsibility and take an active part in the education of the student.

Students must realize that they have an equally vital part in their education as their Teachers and Parents/Guardians. In order for students to form this realization, they need to have respect for themselves and others. They must take full responsibility for their own actions and decisions. They need to care about themselves and others. They need to be honest with themselves and others. They must put forth their best effort and always be willing to try no matter how hard it may seem. Students also need to be able to make wise choices and understand the consequences, both good and bad, that occur because of their choices.

Procedures for non-instructional routines

• • Morning routine: Advisory time for my homeroom students will be "1st Period".

  • All homework, class work, quizzes, tests, and projects will contain the first and last name of the student, their class period, and the date. 

  • Students will be dismissed from class only with the permission of the teacher.

  • The county tardy policy will be followed in this class.  Students may present a note to the teacher if they are tardy.  If they do not have a note, they must go to the office to obtain a note.

  • In the event of a fire drill, earthquake drill, tornado drill, or bomb threat, students will leave the classroom in an orderly fashion and will follow all appropriate procedures as outlined in the Student Handbook.

  • Attendance will be taken during each class period.

  • Bathroom breaks are on an as-needed basis but please, not too often. If your child needs to use the restroom more frequently please let me know, by sending our school a doctor’s note.

Communicating with parents

Parents/Guardians will be contacted several times during the school year.  Parents will receive:

• • A copy of the classroom rules and consequences (sent home in parent letter and on teacher website)

  • Progress reports (only if child is failing)

  • Nine-week report cards

  • Graded student work

  • Telephone calls/emails/notes concerning student behavior or work, when necessary

  • Positive notes/emails/calls home

  • Parent and teacher conference as needed

• If parents have other concerns, conferences may be requested during other times throughout the school year.