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Homework | Homework will be assigned nightly to practice and study the content from class. Homework should be completed on-time. Homework may or may not be graded depending on the assignment. Any work during class that is not completed by the end of the period will become homework. All late work will be assessed 10% late points per day late. | Homework should be completed on-time. Homework may or may not be graded depending on the assignment. Any work during class that is not completed by the end of the period will become homework. | -Most of the required reading will need to be completed for homework. In order to grow as a reader, daily reading is absolutely necessary. -Consistent and thoughtful completion is critical for success and growth as a reader. - Honors: Article of the Week - sporadically throughout the course of the year, students will receive articles on Monday. These articles need to be read, annotated, and offer a response by the following Friday. | Late work is accepted for 60% credit up to the day of the unit test for academic classes. NO LATE work is accepted for credit at the honors level. All work is due by the start of the class on the day the assignment due otherwise it is late. | Homework is graded on accuracy. For some math teachers, you can correct it and resubmit for points. Honors – full credit ONLY on day it is due. No late work accepted. Academic – some teachers have a “grace period”, allowing you to turn in homework until the day of the test/quiz on the content. Studying for math requires practice. To be successful, you MUST be doing the homework. | Assignments are completed in class. In the event that students do not complete class work, homework will be assigned. Students will get ½ credit for late work. Updates are posted on EduStar and google classroom. | I accept late work with a penalty fee = 10 % for first day; 25% for the second day; 50% for 3rd to tenth days. After 10 ZERO. | Chinese: Late work is accepted. 10% off the credit for the first day, 20% off for the second day, 30% off for the third day, after the third day, only 50% students can get it. After one week, zero. Latin: All work is due at the end of each stage or unit. Español: Students will have homework three or four days per week and they will get 25% off for late ¨TAREA¨ French: Late work is accepted until the day of the lesson exam. | Late work is not accepted for credit in this course as it is an honors level course. All work is due by the start of class on the day the assignment is due otherwise it is considered late. |
Tests | There will be periodic quizzes to check student understanding of concepts from class. Tests are designed to be completed during one class period. There may be 2-3 comprehensive tests per grading period. | There will be periodic quizzes to check student understanding of concepts from class. | -Unit tests on major works and concepts/skills learned and practiced in class. -Regular reading quizzes - SAT Vocabulary Quizzes: Throughout the year, students will be assigned College Board’s Most Common SAT Vocabulary Words to learn for vocabulary. - Unit essays: for each unit, students will respond to an essay prompt for a test grade. | Unit tests are objective including multiple choice, matching, True/False. Unit tests are given on a Scantron. Tests MUST be completed during the class period no additional time is given. Make up tests need to be taken on your own time. You cannot make up a test during the class period. | Homework goes a long way in preparing for tests and quizzes. It is recommended to study terms and example problems nightly. For many tests, study guides may be given. A test is expected to be completed in one period - no additional time is given. Tests are generally not retaken or corrected by students for additional points. Make up tests need to be taken on your own time. You cannot make up a test during the class period. | The course is predominantly project based; however, exams and quizzes are administered as needed to help determine mastery, e.g.nutrition and body systems. | Digital versions of Habits of the Mind and 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. | Chinese: Students will have one quiz for vocabulary, one spoken test and one written test for each lesson Latin: There are two vocabulary quizzes and one unit test for each stage. Español: Homework goes a long way in preparing for weekly quizzes and monthly tests. Also, students will work on one major project each grading period. French: There is a cumulative exam at the end of every lesson (approximately every 7-10 class days) | The course focuses predominantly on project based learning. Students should know there are still several quizzes and a few tests given in the class to help guide instruction. |
Behavior | Students are to come to class prepared to learn. Students are expected to behave appropriately for the science laboratory. Students are to be active in class discussions and activities. | Students are to come to class prepared to learn. Students are expected to behave appropriately for the science laboratory. Students are to be active in class discussions and activities. | -Active, respectful, and purposeful behavior is expected and required in order to enable students to maximize class time. - You will be expected to use Edustar and Google Classroom each day. Cell phones should not be used during class | The Golden Rule: Treat others as you wish to be treated. You will be expected to use Edustar, Google Classroom , and email as a tool for individual accountability and proactivity. Self advocacy is essential for success. Students are encouraged to email the teacher with questions/concerns. Cell phones should not be used during class. | Come to class prepared and ready to get started immediately. Participate in discussions and take notes. No cell phones. Be an active learner, and ask a lot of questions. Be kind and respectful to one another. Immaturity is not tolerated. | Inappropriate and disrespectful behavior toward the teacher and other students will not be tolerated. Students are responsible for their own actions. Students are to refer to edine and google classroom for updates. Students are to remain in seats unless we are working on a project. Students must be respectful during all discussions. | As a young adult, you should act appropriately morally, academically, socially, and any other -ly. | Chinese: No music, computer ,cellphone during teacher’s lecture time.Complete homework on time . Latin: Be kind and respectful at all times. Español: Rule #1 “SER AMABLE” Be polite and responsible. French: Be respectful and kind. Come to class prepared. Do your own work - do not use a translator! | Students should act respectfully towards their peers and teachers Students at this level should take responsibility over their learning Cell phones should not be used during class |