7th english language arts

Teachers open the door. You enter by yourself. - Chinese Saying

What I Know . . .
Those who teach your classes desire that you learn. They want you to learn essential information in subjects they have studied and enjoyed for years. You will develop some of the skills which they have mastered, and acquire informed perspectives.

Using various teaching techniques, I seek to promote your learning and success. I seek to guide you, motivate you, and outline for you the body of knowledge to be learned.
I "teach," but only you can learn! Knowing what I expect of you may help you to maximize your learning opportunities.

I Expect You To . . .
be informed about policies which are presented in the course outline, as well as the policies of the Julia Landon Student Code of Conduct published in the Student Handbook.

attend all classes, except when emergencies arise. If health and weather allow, I will be present and on time for every scheduled class meeting. So should you.
be an active participant in class, taking notes, asking appropriate questions. Your involvement will benefit you and your classmates. treat me and fellow students with courtesy. Refrain from any behaviors that may distract others. You expect to be treated with tolerance and respect. You expect a learning environment free of unnecessary distractions. So does every one else. cultivate effective study strategies. Being an effective student is not instinctive. Use your study time wisely. Seek help when you need it. Avail yourself of resources provided by myself and Julia Landon. study course material routinely after each class meeting or so. Study according to a regular schedule. Avoid "cramming." Do not postpone working on assignments. Submit finished assignments on time. accept the challenge of middle school studying, thinking, and learning. Anticipate that the level and quantity of work in some courses will exceed your prior experiences. If you have significant responsibilities besides your studies, such as work and family, set realistic academic goals and schedules for yourself. Select an academic load whose work demands do not exceed your available time and energy. let no temptation cause you to surrender your integrity.

What Not to do in my class !

Who are You?

Zapper 3000

Consequences Luckily, No Zapper 3000!

Structured Movement Locker Time Classroom Expectations - Be respectful to everyone and everything - Keep your hands, feet, and everything else to yourself - Please talk only when it is appropriate - Please stay on task Behavior Interventions - Verbal warning - Pink Slip - These require a parent/guardian signature. Failure to
obtain a parent/guardian signature will result in a phone call/email home to ensure receipt of signed pink slip.

- Time out in another classroom/parent phone call - Lunch Detention - Parent conference - Referral to House Administrator

What Will I Be Doing This Year?

Course Content You will be expected to learn concepts, strategies, and skills. You will take responsibility for your own conduct, assume responsible roles, articulate the standards and expectations, and articulate what you are learning, why and how. You will create quality work, talk about your work, demonstrate your knowledge through different venues, ask questions, and learn through different modalities. You will be expected to complete nightly homework assignments for the duration of the school year. You will be consistently engaged in learning. You will be expected to master 7th grade english language arts standards and common core standards.

How Will I Be Graded?

You will be graded using a point system.

Each assignment, project, test, or homework assignment has a certain number of points possible. A test or project may be worth 100 points, while a quiz or homework assignment may be worth 20 points. To determine your individual grade, I will simply divide the number of points by the total possible points in a 9 week period.
That percentage will be assigned a letter grade using the following scale:
90 100 80 89 70 79 60 69 0 59 A B C D F

How Will I Be Graded?

Homework/Late Work Policy: Homework is intended to help you preview new material in preparation for the next lesson, or review material that was covered during that days session. As such, it is to your benefit that all homework assignments be completed. FIRST QUARTER ONLY: you are allowed THREE late workpasses. A late work pass means you may submit late work one class period after the original due date. In addition, you will be submitting the late work for a maximum of 75% of the original credit. After the first quarter, absolutely no late work will be accepted. At the teachers discretion, you may have the opportunity to recycle homework. Students who choose to recycle an assignment can earn up to half of the missed points. For example, if a student earns a 50 out of 100 points on an assignment, they may recycle to earn 25 points for a maximum of 75 total points. Recycling does not guarantee a student the

How Will I Be Graded?

Make-up Work Policy: It is your responsibility to ask for missed work. Students who have an excused absence have one (1) day per excused absence to makeup assignments and homework. Students with an unexcused absence will not have the opportunity to makeup assignments and homework. Students who anticipate being absent on the due date of an assignment should turn it in early or arrange for another student to bring it to school. Assignments may also be faxed (904) 346-5657 or e-mailed to flynnk@duvalschools.org. Learning Recovery Policy: Students may be offered learning recovery as outlined in the Duval County Pupil Progression Plan found on the Duval County Public Schools web page.

STUDENTS MUST HAVE COMPLETED ALL

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