Calipatria High School English(AP)

2015/2016

Classroom Expectations

As students enter a classroom there are expectations that the teacher will be well prepared and the room will be organized and in good order.

As a teacher, I expect that you will be ready and willing to learn. The classroom is a place for study which can take place in a variety of forms. The teacher is in charge of the classroom and is responsible for maintaining a positive learning environment. Your behavior and attitude need to reflect the following guidelines.

Enrollment in this AP course is contingent on maintaining proper evidence (grade) regarding the primary purpose of this course (exam).

  • BE ON TIME
  • MAINTAIN GOOD ATTENDANCE
  • DRESS APPROPRIATELY
  • FOLLOW DIRECTIONS
  • UTILIZE GOOD LISTENING SKILLS
  • EXHIBIT PROPER BEHAVIOR
  • COMPLETE TASKS ON TIME
  • USE YOUR BEST VERBAL SKILLS
  • ASK APPROPRIATE QUESTIONS
  • COME PREPARED: COURSE MATERIAL, PENS / PENCIL, AND PAPER

Evaluation

All students will be evaluated throughout the school year on the guidelines listed above along with your mastery of the subject matter. Student grades will be based on mastery of the California State (Common Core) Standards for English Language Arts, as well as their preparation for the AP Language and Composition exam.

How grades are weighted:

Rhetorical Efforts (Writing) – 35%

Summative and Formative Assessments (exams, quizzes, projects) – 30%

In Class Assignments – 20%

Homework– 7.5%

Multiple Choice Practice – 7.5%

The grade scale is as follows:

90 – 100% A

80 – 89% B

70 – 79% C

60 – 69% D

0 -- 59% F

Homework Policy:

Late work will receive a 60% (D-) grade. Only work missed due to excused absences will be accepted and receive full credit.

Students must understand that some in-class activities, assignments, and lectures cannot be made up.

It is the student’s responsibility to ask for any missed assignment before or after school. If the student is absent for three or more days in a row, a family member should contact the school to collect the student’s missing assignments.

Rules

  • Listen (No talking when I’m talking) and Follow Directions
  • Be in seat with materials when bell rings
  • No Electronic Distractions (i.e., Phones)
  • Profanity is Unacceptable
  • Treat Others With Respect (The Golden Rule)
  • Backpacks should be placed on back counter when you enter the classroom – need only paper and something to write with.

Positives

Verbal praise, call home, homework pass

Consequences

  • Warning
  • Student Teacher Conference
  • Parent Contact
  • Buddy Room
  • Referral

Severe Clause

Fighting, Defiance, Vandalism

I look forward to a great school year and having you in the classroom. If you have any questions or concerns during the year please contact me at alipatriaHigh Schoolis a place of fun and excitement but it’s also an environment of learning, respect, and responsibility. As students, you should create short and long term goals for the school year and challenge yourself to succeed in these objectives. This letter must be signed and returned to the teacher. It will remain in a classroom folder throughout the year.

Parent SignatureDateStudent Signature