Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Do students really have to write in pen?
Yes! Please use either blue or black pens when writing journals or essays.You may write in pencil on a test.Back to Top
Yes! Please use either blue or black pens when writing journals or essays.You may write in pencil on a test.
Do students have to keep a notebook?
Yes! An organized notebook is a must! Periodically you will have a notebook test over the notes in your notebook. The good news is you get to use your notebook during the test. An organized notebook usually means a 100 on the test! :)Back to Top
Yes! An organized notebook is a must! Periodically you will have a notebook test over the notes in your notebook. The good news is you get to use your notebook during the test. An organized notebook usually means a 100 on the test! :)
What if a student has a question while they are at home?
My email is: Terry.Wimburn@CCBOE.netMy home phone is 706-798-7322 (I go to bed at 8:00).Back to Top
My email is: Terry.Wimburn@CCBOE.netMy home phone is 706-798-7322 (I go to bed at 8:00).
How can a student get extra-credit points?
Every Monday, a new QUESTION OF THE WEEK will be on the board. The student has until Friday to find the answer. The answer will go on Friday's test. The answer is worth TEN BONUS POINTS!! A total of 90 POINTS per nine weeks! WOW! :)Back to Top
Every Monday, a new QUESTION OF THE WEEK will be on the board. The student has until Friday to find the answer. The answer will go on Friday's test. The answer is worth TEN BONUS POINTS!! A total of 90 POINTS per nine weeks! WOW! :)
What if a student hates to read and/or write?
In life there are many things that we hate to do, and for some of you reading and writing may be one of them. However, you still have to do it and do it the best you can! I will not accept,"I don't like to read/write," as an excuse. Remember...the more you practice anything the better you become. You are all capable of being the BEST!!! :)Back to Top
In life there are many things that we hate to do, and for some of you reading and writing may be one of them. However, you still have to do it and do it the best you can! I will not accept,"I don't like to read/write," as an excuse. Remember...the more you practice anything the better you become. You are all capable of being the BEST!!! :)
Will students have a nine-week exam?
Yes! Study guides will be given prior to the benchmark exam. It is vital that you keep everything in your notebook to use as part of your study guide. The benchmark will count 10% of your final grade.Back to Top
Yes! Study guides will be given prior to the benchmark exam. It is vital that you keep everything in your notebook to use as part of your study guide. The benchmark will count 10% of your final grade.
What if a student is lost and is afraid to ask questions aloud?
Please either e-mail me or put a note in my mailbox.....Once a student wrote me a note telling me that I had a big hole in my shirt. Boy! Was I embarrassed! ha!Back to Top
Please either e-mail me or put a note in my mailbox.....Once a student wrote me a note telling me that I had a big hole in my shirt. Boy! Was I embarrassed! ha!
What do I do when I return to school from being absent?
Talk to me about any missed assignements. Ask a neighbor to see their notes and journal topics that you missed. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MISSED WORK!!!Please check my web when you are out for journal topics and other assignments.Back to Top
Talk to me about any missed assignements. Ask a neighbor to see their notes and journal topics that you missed. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MISSED WORK!!!Please check my web when you are out for journal topics and other assignments.
How is HOMEWORK graded?
Homework/Classwork/Participation will count 10% of your final grade.Back to Top
Homework/Classwork/Participation will count 10% of your final grade.
Is LATE WORK accepted??
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! There is no reason (except if you are absent) not to have your work in on time. I give ample amount of time in class to finish assignments. Projects that are to be worked on at home are spread out to allow you plenty of time to work on it. Remember....I am trying to get you ready for high school and your future. (Don't wait until the last minute to do an assignment; it will catch up with you!)However, if you are absent and it is excused, the work is due the day you return. It is YOUR responsibility to turn it in. I will NOT ask for it!Back to Top
ABSOLUTELY NOT!!! There is no reason (except if you are absent) not to have your work in on time. I give ample amount of time in class to finish assignments. Projects that are to be worked on at home are spread out to allow you plenty of time to work on it. Remember....I am trying to get you ready for high school and your future. (Don't wait until the last minute to do an assignment; it will catch up with you!)However, if you are absent and it is excused, the work is due the day you return. It is YOUR responsibility to turn it in. I will NOT ask for it!
How are Test Grades/Projects calculated?
Quiz and minor projects--25% of your final gradeTest and major projects--50% of your final gradeBack to Top
Quiz and minor projects--25% of your final gradeTest and major projects--50% of your final grade
Will students have to read novels at home?
Yes! Back to Top
Yes!
Can our parents see our grades on-line?
Yes! I will post your grades weekly on I-Parent. Tell your parents to email me if they do not know about I-Parent and I will fill them in. :)Back to Top
Yes! I will post your grades weekly on I-Parent. Tell your parents to email me if they do not know about I-Parent and I will fill them in. :)
Will this class prepare me for high school?
Yes! If you do what is expected in my class, you will be very successful in your Language Arts/English classes in high school. I will give you my 100% and I expect the same in return. My goal this year is to prepare you for high school. Make it your goal, too. :)Back to Top
Yes! If you do what is expected in my class, you will be very successful in your Language Arts/English classes in high school. I will give you my 100% and I expect the same in return. My goal this year is to prepare you for high school. Make it your goal, too. :)