Classroom Expectations

General Classroom Rules and Grading

General Rules

  • Follow the Pitman School District Code of Conduct
  • Treat others with respect
  • Ask questions!
  • Each day an assignment is late, you will receive ten points off. You will have four days to complete the work. After the four days are up, you will receive a zero for the assignment.
  • No cheating--this includes plagiarism, the unauthorized use of another’s work without citation from that source. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive an automatic zero with no opportunity to complete the assignment again
  • Warnings, a call/email home, and detentions will be given to students who cannot follow the classroom/school rules
  • Raise hands before speaking
  • Be prepared for class this includes Agenda
  • Be accountable for your own assignments, words, and actions
  • If you are absent, you are responsible for inquiring about and picking up any missing work/assignments from the absent bin. Extra time will be given depending on number of days missed
  • Try your best!

ELA Grading Policy

40% Major Grades (tests, assessments, essays, and certain projects)

30% Minor Grades (quizzes, projects, group assignments, questions)

30% Daily Grades (planner checks, DEAR checks, warm ups, journals, worksheets, classwork, homework, and participation)