Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of
students and parents.

1. What will I be doing this year?
2. How will I be graded?
3. What are the rules of the classroom?
4. What guidelines are in place to help me follow the rules of the classroom?
5. What is the "Special Guideline"?
6. What is the appropriate way to enter the classroom?
7. What do I do if I'm late to class?
8. How will I know if Mrs. Burrows is trying to get the class's attention?
9. What format should I use to head my papers?

What will I be doing this year?

-Writing college essays
-Reading Shakespeare and books by other notable authors
-Writing various papers after reading different works
-Completing a research project
-Learning new vocabulary words and writing creative pieces
-Studying grammar to improve your writing

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How will I be graded?

All projects and papers will be graded according to a scoring guide that will
be provided when the assignment is made.

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What are the rules of the classroom?

-Be courteous	
-Be prepared
-Be on time
-Follow all guidelines 
   and procedures

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What guidelines are in place to help me follow the rules of the classroom?

-Be in your assigned seat and be working on the assigned bell work when the
tardy bell rings.
-Bring ALL books and materials with you to class AND take them with you when
you leave.
-Please listen carefully so you can follow directions the FIRST time they are
given.
-Treat each person in the classroom with respect and dignity.
-Follow ALL policies and procedures as outlined in the Howard High School
Student Handbook.

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What is the "Special Guideline"?

-This classroom is a �No Whining Zone�.  That means that there will be no
whining, for ANY reason.                                                   
-Everything that I do is in your best interest, so please�respect the �No
Whining Zone� this semester.

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What is the appropriate way to enter the classroom?

-Please enter quietly 
-Have a seat 
-Take out your materials 
-Review the agenda
-Begin bell work assignment

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What do I do if I'm late to class?

-Enter quietly 
-Excused: Place excuse in the basket on my desk 
-Unexcused: Sign detention list on top of file cabinet 
-Have a seat and take out 
 your materials

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How will I know if Mrs. Burrows is trying to get the class's attention?

Mrs. Burrows will:
-Stand in front of the class 
-Raise my hand 
-Wait for everyone to be quiet 
-Begin speaking

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What format should I use to head my papers?

MLA format should be used on all papers and homework. Please see your Howard
County Writing Handbook.

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