Class Policy

Grading Policy
 
The grading policy is a weighted system. There are four categories with varying weights.
  1. Homework: 10% This is any assignment completed at home, except writing journals, take home tests, or other longer writing assignment.
  2. Class work and Projects: 50% This is any work completed in class except tests. Projects and presentations are also included.
  3. Writing: 20%This includes any longer writing assignment, assessment BCR’s, and the writing journal.
  4. Tests and Quizzes: 20% This is any test or quiz, take home or in class, including county assessments.
 
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Homework Policy
 
  • All homework is due the next class period unless otherwise stated.
  • Homework may be turned in one day late to receive half credit.
  • No late homework will be accepted after one day.
  • Homework missed due to absences is accepted up to the number of days missed after the student’s return to school.
  • Assignments missed due to other obligations with the school, e.g. band, peer mediation, GT seminars, etc. will be accepted for full credit the next day.
  • It is the STUDENTS’ RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that all late or missing work is completed in a timely manner.
  • Some exceptions can be made. See me for further details if needed.
 
 
 
Writing Journal

  • The writing journal contributes to a significant portion of the writing grade.
  • Your journal can be completed in a spiral notebook, composition book, other journal, or online using googledocs.
  • The writing journal is intended to develop your writing skills through practice and provide a creative outlet.
  • Some entries will have writing exercises and some will be free writing. (Additional prompts are available if you have difficulty getting started.)
  • You must write for at least 20 minutes for each of the 3 or 5 entries.
  • You must complete a writing log that your parent initials between turn in dates.
  • The turn in dates will be posted on the website throughout the year and announced in class.
  • You may turn in the writing journal early.
  • If you complete the assignment and return the writing log with your parent's initials you will receive full credit of 30 points. 
Materials
 
  1. Composition book
  2. Writing Journal
  3. 3 subject spiral notebook (if possible)—5 subject or two single subject spirals are acceptable if necessary.
  4. Paper
  5. Pencils
  6. Pens
  7. Glue
 
 
Teacherweb and Teacherease 
  • As with all classes at HCMS, this year grades will be available through teacherease.com.
  • You must have an email address and Internet connection to access your student’s grades.
  • Grades will be updated regularly.
  • My teacherweb website has information for my class other than grades. Homework can be found at teacherweb, as well as notes, additional practice, worksheets, etc.
 

 
 
Last Modified: Wednesday, Sep. 09, 2009
 
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