Info for Parents
These are some basics on how my class runs, grading is the same scale for all grade levels. Standards, texts, and activities vary by grade-level.
Supports in Place for Student Success
(Excluding 9th Grade Literature)
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Weekly Agendas: Students record all assignments each Monday, also posted online.
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Aligned Grade book: Grades match textbook page numbers for easy reference.
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In-Class Reviews: We go over formative assignments together, with opportunities for corrections and questions, also posted online
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Redo Policy: Students may redo daily/formative assignments within 3 days of grades being posted for a higher score.
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Catch-Up Days: Designated class time is provided for students to complete missing work.
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Co-Teaching Support: Two adults in the classroom for additional guidance.
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Multiple Grading Opportunities: One low grade will not drastically impact overall averages.
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Grade Drop: One daily assignment dropped.
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“Read the World” Prompts: Short, opinion-based responses designed to take only a few minutes.
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Class Website & Online Resources: Extra tools and materials for reinforcement including audio of texts.
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Partner & Collaborative Work: Opportunities for peer learning and support & discussions.
Grading System
Summative (tests, essays)= 60%
Formative= 30%
Daily=10%
Late Work Policy
My late work policy is that all students have three days to submit a past-due or 'redo' assignment without penalty. After three days I will not accept late work.
If students are absent it is their responsibility to look at their agenda in order to see what they missed and submit any assignments due.
Curriculum
Our curriculum this year is Lenses on Literature by Carnegie Learning, students can access this at home by logging into Clever and then selecting Carnegie Learning. Our day-to-day activities are done through PearDeck & the textbook and our assessments (quizzes/tests) are done through Pear Assessment. These are not accessible at home. I utilize GoGuardian in my classroom to help keep students on track and to also document how they are spending their time as this is important data for all of us in order to help your student be successful.