Ms. Sandrock’s Classroom Expectations & Policies

For English and U.S. History Students

at Rebecca Amos

Dear Students,

        I look forward to exploring new ideas and learning with you this year. I always learn something new when I listen to what my students think.I welcome your input into your education.  My email address is a_sandrock@mvyps.org. For me to be the most effective teacher, I ask your cooperation with the following. (You probably already know all this, but...)

Respect is the key word. Treat everyone with respect. Pay attention and exhibit common courtesy not only towards me, but towards each other. Disruption or rudeness is unacceptable. Since I teach English, I especially expect appropriate language. This includes eliminating the utterance of any obscenities or inappropriate language.

In class:

Effort is of primary importance. This includes in-class attention and participation, and diligence regarding assignments.

Please be in your seat before class begins.

Bring all materials with you.

 These are: 3 ring binder containing ruled paper and handouts.

                 Writing utensils (pen or erasable pen preferred)

                 Class text being used

Do not interrupt or talk over other students.

Never leave the classroom without a pass.

Format for Writing:

Papers must be typed, double-spaced, 12-14 point, Times font. (Please hand in hard copy. No assignments will be accepted by email or on disks.)

Work must be submitted at the beginning of class. There will be a folder in the classroom for this. Work handed in late will be marked down 10 points per class. Homework for class preparation will not be accepted late.

Make-up work and Absences:

You are responsible for handing in work assigned or missed because of absence. In the case of excused absence, work must be submitted by your next attended class. Tests must be made up within five days to receive credit; they must be  taken either during a free period or after school. Please see me either before or after class to schedule at time to make-up tests.

Grading:

Grades are calculated on a straight point basis. Each assignment you are given will have a specific point value. At the end of each quarter, the total points earned are divided by the total possible points, and grades are assigned on a percentage basis.

For example, if a student earns 400 points out of a total 500, the percentage is 80%, or an 80 for that quarter.

Quizzes and Homework will typically be worth 5-20 points, writing assignments and exams up to 100 points, and class participation worth up to 25 points.

Discipline:

1. 1st Verbal warning

2. 2nd Verbal Warning

3. Consultation with Katharine Kavanaugh

 4. Conference with administration

Thank you for taking the time to go over this document.

Yours sincerely,

Ms. Sandrock