You are to abide by all of the school rules that are outlined in the Student Handbook. Failure to acknowledge these rules and adhere to them will result in corresponding consequences. To receive credit for this course, you must adhere to the attendance policy put forth by the school district and earn a minimum passing grade of a “D”.
RESPECT
Demonstrate RESPECT for peers, teachers, and all other members of the school community.
Do not negatively criticize anyone’s ideas, beliefs or thoughts. Bullying is not tolerated.
NO Cursing, swearing, derogatory language, insults, and/or name-calling.
ATTENDANCE & PREPAREDNESS
Class begins when the bell rings. Arrive on time. Excessive tardiness (5 tardies) will result in disciplinary action with administration.
Be seated in your assigned seat awaiting instruction at the beginning of class.
Come to class prepared to learn and work the entire class period.
COMPUTERS & EQUIPMENT
ALL Cell Phones/ Any Internet connected device are OFF and placed in your bag or locker for the duration of class, including when you use the restroom.
Wireless headphones, earbuds, airpods are NOT allowed. You are going to need wired headphones for state testing.
Review the updated district Cell Phone Policy regarding discipline and confiscation.
Bring your fully charged, school-issued Chromebook to class every day.
Notify your teacher at the beginning of class if you find any damage to your work area, computer or equipment.
Absolutely no food or drink at the computers.
ALL drinks, hot/iced coffee and/or soda/energy drink cans MUST be placed on the bookcase upon entering the computer lab.
Computers and internet usage are only to be used for class-related topics. NO games, social media, or video streaming during class.
Review district AI use policy.
SAFETY
For safety reasons, large bags must be placed under the desks or chairs. Do not leave bags or personal belongings in the aisles as these are tripping hazards.
Fire Drills & Evacuations: turn right, walk towards the track.
Lockdowns & shelter in place: Stay quiet, get low, away from windows and doors.
Report any accident or injury to your teacher immediately, no matter how minor. If you need to go see the nurse, I will write you a pass. Let me know if you need someone to walk with you.
LEAVING CLASS
Always ask for permission to leave the classroom. Only one person at a time leaves the room to use the lavatory. For your safety, your teacher needs to know where you are at all times.
Before leaving the classroom, log off of the computer (Ctrl + Alt + Del) and clean up your work area. All borrowed materials and/or tools must be returned, PUSH in all chairs to clear aisles.
Classroom materials and/or tools are not to leave the classroom.
You will be dismissed from class only when the room is cleaned appropriately and you are sitting in your assigned seats.
COMMUNICATION
If extra help is needed, please schedule a time to meet with your teacher either in person or by email.
If a student is absent, it is his/her responsibility to complete the missed work in a timely manner.
Questions about grades has to be discussed in person.
Emails should be written in a professional and respectful tone.