Grading Philosophy:

To remain fair in my grading practices and to ensure high expectations, I use the Criterion-Referenced Grading System. The scale does not change regardless of the quality, or lack thereof, of the students’ work. For example, An “A” (Excellent) would need to not only meet but far surpass every criterion and expectation laid out for a given assignment. A “C” (Average) would merely meet the criteria and expectations of the assignment. It is not an “effort-based” grading system but instead fairly assesses the work the student turns in.

AP English Language and Composition:

• Daily Work / Class Work = 25%

• Multiple Choice = 25%

• At-Home Writing = 25%

• At-School Writing = 25%

Here is a list of required materials students need to bring:

1 1-inch three-ring binder (Student keeps)

1 pack of loose-leaf, college-ruled paper (Student keeps)

2 packs of pencils (turn in one pack to Dr. Lay)

1 pack of 3x5 note cards (turn in to Dr. Lay)

1 pack of Sharpie Highlighters (turn in to Dr. Lay)

1 box of Kleenex (turn in to Dr. Lay)

AP English Language and AP English Literature:

All of the above plus...

Binder dividers

Sticky note tabs

Blue/black ink pens

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***If students do not have their required materials, they will be counted as tardy***