Chapter 2

Chapter 2

CLASSROOM RULES/PROCEDURES, GRADING SCALE, AND DISTRIBUTION

SECTION A -- CLASSROOM RULES/PROCEDURES

2.1. Classroom Rules. All cadets will abide by the classroom procedures listed in the student handbook. In addition, the following procedures will be followed to receive AFJROTC course credit. Cadets will not:

2.1.1. Chew gum, eat food, or drink beverages in the classroom, or the instructor offices.

2.1.2. Wear hats or other headgear indoors during any cadet or school activity.

2.1.3. Talk when the instructor or a guest lecturer is talking unless recognized.

2.1.4. Throw object(s) and horseplay in classroom.

2.1.5. Write on the bulletin board, or on any other visual aid without the instructor's permission.

2.1.6. Place books, athletic/book bags, purses, or other personal belongings in aisles or walkways.

2.1.7. Sleep or put head down on the desk. All illnesses will be referred to the school nurse. If groggy or sleepy you should rise and proceed directly and quietly to the rear of the room and stand at parade rest until refreshed.

2.1.8. Be loud, disruptive, or participate in any form of "horseplay." Arguing amongst cadets in the classroom or drill area will not be tolerated.

2.1.9. Forget to always address the instructors, guest lecturers, or cadet officers as "Sir" or "Ma'am".

2.1.10. Enter instructor offices without being given permission to enter and to address the instructor.

2.1.11. Come to class unprepared. Cadets will bring notebooks, pencil(s), pen(s) with black or blue ink, and any aerospace science and leadership materials/books for assignments.

2.1.12. Be disrespectful, inconsiderate, threatening, or use vulgarity towards teachers, visitors, or other students.

2.1.13. Perform “Hazing” or harassing of fellow cadets. Hazing is defined as the practice of directing someone of lesser rank to perform a humiliating act, which entails the surrender of dignity and self-respect or a hazardous act which exposes one to physical danger or bodily harm. Harassment of a sexual nature is particularly serious. Any cadet experiencing such treatment from another cadet at any time should immediately report such an incident to the SASI or ASI.

2.1.14. Walk around during class unless given permission. Sharpen pencils before class starts and be prepared for instruction.

2.1.15. Disturb other classes or school administration while proceeding to a drill area. Cadets are reminded that the hallways are extensions of the classroom. Therefore, there will be no talking or stopping. Exit and enter the school building quietly so as not to disturb or interfere with other classes.

2.1.16. Talk during class without permission. Raise your hand if you have a question.

2.2. Classroom Procedures. The following are the daily classroom procedures:

2.2.1. Cadets will be standing behind their desks at parade rest prior to the tardy bell.

2.2.2. Flight Commander or Flight Sergeant will then call the flight to attention by commanding "FLIGHT ATTENTION".

2.2.3. Cadets will stand by their desks at attention and remain silent, and be prepared to begin class immediately after roll call.

2.2.4. With the flight at ATTENTION, Flight Commander/Sergeant will direct Element Leaders to “REPORT”. Element leaders will respond by appropriately facing and saluting, then giving the names of cadets absent from their element. For example, “SIR/MA’AM, CADETS WILLIAMS AND JONES ARE ABSENT” or "ALL PRESENT OR ACCOUNTED FOR, SIR/MA'AM". Flight Commander/Sergeant will then turn to the instructor, salute, and state "SIR/MA’AM, ALL PRESENT AND/OR ACCOUNTED FOR and will state who is absent” After the report the instructor will direct the flight to "TAKE YOUR SEATS" or “BE AT EASE” Cadets can then sit down but will refrain from talking.

The instructor will then register the necessary entries in the school’s computer attendance system. The Flight Commander/Sergeant has this time to go over announcements with the class and give the daily Mission Briefing.

2.2.5. After attendance is completed; cadets with anything for the instructor will raise their hand and bring them to the instructor when asked to come forward. It is the responsibility of the absent cadet to contact the flight sergeant for any missed work assignments (the first day back in class). Any cadet who missed a uniform wear day will wear the uniform the first day back and request to be inspected by their flight commander.

2.2.6. Unexcused absences and excessive tardiness will negatively affect Outstanding Flight competition and the cadet's course grade. Being on time and attending school are qualities that will ensure success in school and later in the job market.

2.2.7. At approximately two minutes before the class dismissal bell rings, the Flight Commander/Sergeant will prepare the flight for dismissal by notifying the instructor of the remaining time. The instructor will inform the cadets to stop class work and put their books/classroom materials away. Cadets will clean their desktops, pick up any trash in the immediate vicinity of their desks, place chairs under their desk and prepare for dismissal.

2.2.8. To show respect to distinguished visitors, which include the district superintendent, principal and school administrators, in the absence of the instructor, the cadet who first recognizes the visitor will in a confident, authoritative voice, state "CLASS, ATTENTION". All cadets will come to the position of ATTENTION, facing forward, and remain standing silently until directed to take their seats by the instructor.

2.2.9. Flight Commanders are responsible for the conduct of their flight during the class period. Flight Sergeants assume this responsibility during the absence of the flight commanders.

2.2.10. If arriving late to class and upon entering the classroom after the class has started, you either provide the instructor your “late” pass into class, sign the tardy book located in the class, or if you have already spoken to the instructor not in class for the day you will take your seat without disrupting the class.

SECTION B -- GRADING SCALE

2.3. Grading Scale. Aerospace Science Instructors will use the following weighted grading scale and assign a letter grade using the school's published grading scale. Instructors will maintain a computerized grading system that can be reviewed at any time. Progress reports will be accomplished and parents/guardians will be notified by phone of any grade and/or behavioral concerns. Cadets can request extra credit work that will be weighed into the academic category.

2.3.1. The nine weeks and semester letter grades are determined by using a percentage of total points possible. This percentage is determined by dividing the total points possible for each grading category into the total points received for that category and averaging categories by respective weights. The letter grades assigned based upon the grade average are:

Grading Percent Required

A 90-100

B 80-89

C 75-79

C- 70-74

F 69 and Below

Course Curriculum Percent of Grade

Academics Studies 40

Leadership Studies 30

Leadership Lab (Drill, Uniform Wear, and Appearance) 10

Physical Training 20

Grade Distribution Weighted Grade Scale Percentage

Daily Grade 10

Homework 10

Physical Fitness/Wellness 20

Quiz 5

Uniform Inspection 20

Exams 35

2.4. Assignments. Homework/special projects etc. will be graded for full credit on the due date plus the number of days you were absent. Failure to turn in the assignment during the grading period will result in a "0" grade for the work. Doing class work and homework is crucial for academic progress, so students can complete make-up work for all absences. They will be allowed the same number of days to make up their work as the number of days they were absent. In the event of an emergency or other extenuating circumstance, instructors will grant students additional time to do their make-up work. Students who fail to make up all the work missed by the established deadline may receive partial credit for the work completed and turned in. Students who fail to make up their work will receive no credit. In instances when a student is absent for an extended period (i.e., 4 days or more) parents may make arrangements to obtain the missed work. Schools need to be given at least a 24-hour notice to gather the missed assignments.

2.5. Textbooks. Textbooks are government property. They will not be issued at the beginning of the year as they are kept in the classroom. Cadets are responsible for the care and maintenance of the textbooks. Losing or destroying a textbook will result in a fine to obtain a new textbook. Cadets should not take a textbook unless signed out by an instructor. Cadets may also be issued workbooks or other materials in which to complete homework assignments.

2.6. Extra credit may be obtained at the discretion of the SASI or ASI.

2.7. Individual inspection. An individual inspection, on a weekly basis, will be conducted on the prescribed uniform day in

order to ensure that proper standards of uniform wear and personal cleanliness are being met. All cadets must meet grooming standards regardless if they are in uniform or not. The inspection will be supervised by the ASI or the SASI. All inspections will be graded. Uniform day is usually set for every Wednesday of the grading period.

2.8. Wellness Training. Wellness training will be graded on participation and uniform wear. Failure to wear the proper uniform and participate will result in a “0” grade. Physical training is usually conducted every Friday of the grading period.

2.9. Daily Grades: Each cadet may receive a daily grade for class participation and class preparation as applicable. Failure to bring required books (cadet guide) and military issued uniforms, on days required, unless noted otherwise will result in an unsatisfactory grade for that day.