Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
- What are the Class Rules?
- What are the state science standards for 7th grade?
- What is your grading policy?
- What is your Homework policy?
- How are your grades calculated?
- What is your policy on late work and extra credit?
- How is the work habit grade figured out?
- How can I help as a parent?
What are the Class Rules?
- follow directions the first time given.
- show proper respect to everyone.
- be working in assigned seats by the tardy bell.
- refrain from eating, drinking, or gum chewing in class (except for bottled
water).
- stay on task during class time.
- return all material used.
- clean up his/her area.
- wait quietly until dismissed.
What are the state science standards for 7th grade?
1. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one to man trillions,
whose details usually are visible only through a microscope.
2. A typical cell of any organism contains genetic instructions that
specify its traits.
3. Biological evolution accounts for the diversity of species developed
through gradual processes over many generations.
4. Evidence from rocks allows us to understand the evolution of the Earth.
5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the
complementary nature of structure and function.
6. Physical principals that underlie biological structures and functions.
7. Scientific progress is made by asking meaningful questions and
conducting careful investigation
What is your grading policy?
Academic grades are based on what the student knows (content) and is able to
do (skills). Points are earned only in this way.
Academic Grades:
A = 100% - 90% (Outstanding)
B = 89% - 80% (Very good)
C = 79% - 70% (Satisfactory)
D = 69% - 60% (Passing)
F = 59% - 0% (Fails � Demonstrates little or no learning)
What is your Homework policy?
Homework is assigned as practice to help master skills
and concepts introduced in class. The more homework is done, the more will be
learned and the higher the grade.
Homework is assigned most Tuesdays & Thursdays. It is due the following day
at the beginning of the period or the day after an absence.
All homework must show the student�s best effort. It must be legible (very
neatly written or typed) drawings must also be properly colored and labeled.
A paragraph is defined as 4 to 5 sentences.
How are your grades calculated?
Warm-ups/Agendas ---------- 10 points/week
Quizzes ------------------------- 15 - 25 points
Homework --------------------- 10 - 25 points
Classwork --------------------- 15 = 30 points
Projects ------------------------- 50 -100 points
Presentation Skills ------------ 50 points
Notebook Check ----------------- 50 - 80 points
Exams -------------------------- 50 � 100 points
What is your policy on late work and extra credit?
The following work policy applies to all students. It is non-negotiable
(cannot be changed) and there are NO exceptions.
Students have one week from when the work was due to turn it in. The highest
grade obtainable for late work is a �C�. Sloppy work will not be collected.
Students will not be able to make up large amounts of work at the end of any
grading period.
Extra credit is available ONLY if all other work is properly done and
completed on time.
How is the work habit grade figured out?
3 or more missing homework or other assignments will earn a �U� in work habits
on the following report card.
3 or more tardies will earn a �U� in work habits on the following report
card. A person is considered tardy if he or she is not in the correct seat
and writing when the tardy bell rings. An �F� grade also earns a �U� in work
habits.
How can I help as a parent?
1. Check student�s planner every night.
2. Review and discuss homework assignments.
3. Provide a quiet place to study.
4. Look for school progress reports every 6 weeks.
5. Visit a local library. Support the teacher.
6. Read, view, and discuss current science issues in books, news programs,
magazines, TV, etc.
7. Visit local museums and aquariums. Contact the Parent Resource Network at
1-800-933-8133.
