FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

2009- 2010

GRADES 9 -11

Student’s Name ______

Teacher’s Name______

English Office Best Time to Call Teacher______

*To leave a voice-mail message for your English teacher please dial 488 - 9751 and follow the directions.

Teacher’s Productivity Period - 1st Semester____, 2nd Semester ____(English Department Office)

TEXTBOOKS: *grammar, literature anthology, supplementary novels

*vocabulary workbook (purchased by each student by the second week of school)

*all 11th grade students will be required to purchase a SAT Review Book (these will be available for students to buy at school)

NOTEBOOK: *Each student must have a GREEN loose-leaf binder with subject

dividers and loose-leaf paper.

RESPONSIBILITIES: *Each student is responsible for:

-purchasing an agenda book.

-purchasing a vocabulary workbook.

-attending class daily unless excused by the health or attendance office.

-being punctual to class daily.

-being prepared for class with a pen, pencil, notebook and textbook(s) as stipulated by the teacher.

-completing homework which will be assigned in accordance with the District Homework Policy

(Homework can be accessed at anytime via teachers’ web sites).

-seeking extra help when the work is difficult.

-completing all assignments and makeup work in a timely manner in accordance with district and

teacher policies.

-displaying behaviors in class which are respectful to the teacher and other students.

-accepting the consequences which will ensue if these responsibilities are not met.

Summer Reading: All students were required to complete the summer reading assignment distributed by their teacher. The students were asked to read two pieces of literature over the vacation and will take a multiple – choice exam on one of the novels read. This will take place early in September. In addition, the students will be expected to utilize their knowledge of the second piece of literature in a creative assignment.

Makeup work: Work missed due to absence must be made up. It is the responsibility of each student to obtain and complete all missed class work, homework assignments, quizzes and tests and to see that they are made up in a timely manner. Failure to complete makeup work within a prescribed time may result in a lowered or failing grade. Attendance and participation are integral and important components of learning.

REPORT CARD GRADE POLICY GUIDELINES:

-50% Tests/Quizzes

-30% Essays/Projects

-10% Class Participation

-10% Homework

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I have read the above Grade Expectation Policy and understand what I must do to be successful in English.

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Student Signature Parent Signature