Student Expectations

1.  Behavior Expectations

• First, and most important, it is important to treat everyone with respect and kindness.  You do not have to agree with what someone says or does—in fact, disagreeing can be interesting—but when you disagree, do it in a way that shows respect and kindness.  Everyone has the right to feel accepted and comfortable in our classroom. 

In Person and Digital Etiquette (How we communicate with one another):

• While in class, you will often use your computer, your phone should not be out and should be locked in your locker at ALL times!

• Stay focused. I expect that you will work on LA assignments in class, not on other subjects or gaming, etc. You will lose the privilege and be asked to use paper and pen if you are not responsible. 

• Use polite and appropriate classroom language. 

• Be responsible. Remember that there is a record of everything we post in Google Classroom. 

• Communicate with one another and with your teacher; our goal is to keep our valued relationships strong. 

2.  Bring to class DAILY:

• Your Chromebook and a charger (just in case you run out of battery)

• Your LA Notebook 

• Pens (blue and black), Pencils, Highlighters, and a few colored pencils/pens

• A PCR book and Post-it Notes.  It is important that you always have something to read.

• Headphones that can be plugged into your Student Chromebook.

• A BIG smile, a positive attitude, and be open to possibilities!

3. Beginning of Class Routines 

• Enter class on time and quickly settle in 

• Read and follow the Do Now

• Check the homework board and make note of the homework assignments and due dates

• Look at the Do-Now and complete it

• Get your space ready for our work, put away any distractions

4. Take pride in your work! 

• Please use 12- or 14-pt., Times New Roman, Tahoma, or Bookman Old Style-with a color that is readable.  Your font should have upper or lower case letters (unless you are working to achieve a specific crafting technique).

• Do not copy or borrow someone else’s work —this goes against our Academic Integrity Policy.  See the UMS Student Handbook for additional information.

5.  Grading Policy:

•  I will not put “final” grades on your papers; I provide feedback. I want you to focus on learning and not the grades.

• Each Grade level will communicate their grade breakdown and percentages.

•  I encourage you and your parents to check Parent Resources and Google Classroom regularly to keep up-to-date on assignments, review your grades or missing assignments, etc.

6.  Absences / Late Work:

• It is your responsibility to turn in any missing work or to arrange to take a missed quiz or test.  Check Parent Resources, Google Classroom, and you are welcome to email me after for any clarification to find out what you have missed.  

• If you are “in school” but miss L.A. class, you are still responsible for submitting the work on that day and for completing that day’s homework by our next class. 

• Please submit homework prior to the start of your Block.  Often we will be using your work during that block.