ESSENTIAL AGREEMENTS

1. Be Sylvan Ready

-Respectful-No foul language, listen and follow directions

-Punctual-be on time for class and in school daily

-Presentable-wear the proper uniform and wear it according to the school code

-Prepared-come daily with your required supplies.

-Actively engaged-listen, answer questions, question ideas, discuss, complete activities & assignments.

2.Follow ALL directions and expectations.-Be sure to do what is asked and ask questions if you are confused or did not hear.

3. Do your personal best everyday!

INCENTIVES

When students display Sylvan Ready or Sylvan Star behavior academically, socially, or emotionally in the classroom, students will receive rewards or recognition for their positive and evolving actions. Incentives are whole class and individual incentives.

Individual Incentives

Incentives include, but are not limited to the following:

• Mystery Gift Bag

• Snack from the snack box

• No Homework Pass

• 5 or 10 point Extra Credit Pass (depending on action)

• "Sit Where I Want" pass

• Lunch with/from the Teacher

• "Work in Media Center" pass

• No "Do Now" Work pass

Whole Class Incentives

I use a daily whole class point system. Each day the class has a chance to earn a MAX of 5 points each class day. These points are based on students displaying Sylvan Ready behaviors. Classes can earn bonus points for percentage of students who do homework each week, 80% or higher on quizzes or exams, or EXTRAORDINARY academic behavior in class. A time frame of 3-4 weeks is given and the class with the highest amount of points earns an incentive.

Incentives include, but are not limited to the following:

• Movie Day

• Game Day

• No homework for a week

• Pizza Party

• Ice Cream Social

• Sit Where We Want (1 day)

POLICIES

-When absent, the student is responsible for meeting with the teacher(s) for what he/she missed either before class begins, after class or any flex time in class.

-Parents and students are responsible for checking Infinite Campus (IC) weekly for grades.

-Students with unsatisfactory grades will be sent home with a deficient notice to be signed by the adult.

-The type of make-up work given depends on the quarter focus. Students and parents will be notified of the make-up work if necessary.

-Parents/Guardians that have questions or concerns about the course, please call, text, or email the teacher. I will get back to you within 24 hours.