Need Extra Help?: Please come see me :) Daily: 7:45AM to 8:10AM Daily: 3:00PM to 3:20PM Daily: During class - please, please ask :) Ramp Up: Wednesdays 8:15AM to 8:45AM After School: Wednesdays: 3:00PM to 4:00PM- beginning in October- prior permission needed Lunch Time: Mondays
Grades: Major- 80% of final grade – may include: tests, quizzes, projects, independent assignments, notebook checks, Unit Packets etc. Minor-20% of final grade – may include: warm ups, exit tickets, entrance tickets, classwork, group work, notebook checks, class participation, presenting ideas, Unit Packets etc.
Retakes: Retakes will be given on an as needed basis. Please see me individually to set up the retest. Please be sure that you have completed your test corrections and that you have clarification about concepts you did not understand. When we talk, we will set a time and place for you to do the retake. Retakes will be taken before school, during Ramp Up, during lunch, and after school.
Corrections: All students will complete test corrections in class. Test corrections may count as a minor grade. Directions for Test Corrections:
Test corrections should be completed using the following directions: If you need help with any questions please come see me in the mornings, during class or during Ramp UP. 1.Complete the reflections questions on the pink slip. Be thoughtful. (pink slips are located in/near the missed work pocket on the wall) 2.Copy the question that you missed. (Only the questions, not the answer choices) 3.Rework the problem, showing all work. 4.Write an explanation using complete sentences of why you missed the question. What mistake did you make? What did you not understand that you now do understand? 5.Repeat #1-3 for each question you missed. 6.Have a parent/guardian look over your corrections & sign your pink slip. If you need help with any questions please come see me in the mornings, during class or during Ramp UP.
Late Work: 10 points will be deducted from late assignments. Assignments more that 4 days late will receive a maximum grade of 50%. When you are absent, it is your responsibility to make up the work you missed in a timely manner. Don't hesitate to see me if you need more time or help with any assignment.
