Ms. Robertson's: Student Expectation Class Contract
Be on Time: “Tardy Policy”
1) I agree to be in class everyday on time prepared to share in the learning process. I agree it is my responsibility to be prepared with a composition notebook, pencil, pen, paper, textbook, and required materials.
2) Student will be counted tardy if not in their seat and prepared for the start of class at the beginning of class. This is important as being late will affect how well you do in this class.
Three unexcused tardies will result in a 60 minute detention and will be served before school starting at 7:30.
3) If continued tardies are received, parents will be notified and a student /parent / teacher conference will be scheduled to find a solution to the problem.
Classroom Rules:
1) Observe and follow all school rules listed in your student handbook.
2) When you have something to say you need to raise your hand and be recognized. This is respectful of others in the class and the teacher.
3) Do not wear hats, sunglasses, or headphones in class. If you make this choice they will be taken and your parents will be asked to come and pick them up.
4) Do not write on tables, desks or walls. I will ask you to clean them if you do.
5) The use of cell phones is not allowed.
6) You will be expected to maintain an assignment list and be prepared to turn them in at Ms. Robertson's request.
7) Please do not sharpen your pencil when the teacher or another student is talking.
8) Do not rock on the chairs. I have seen one to many cracked open heads and wish not to in the future.
9) Do not make rude remarks; put downs, racist, sexist or religious comments. Keep it positive!
10) Do not hit, push, make inappropriate noises, move desks or engage in any other type of horseplay. This is for your safety as well as others in the room.
11) The clock does not dismiss the class. Remain in the classroom or at your seat until dismissed by the teacher.
12) Fighting and profanity will not be tolerated. Students will be sent immediately to the office and your parent will be called.
Computer usage and going to computer lab:
· The use of the computers is a privilege. DO NOT change computer settings or load any programs or applications without prior approval. The computers are used by many people and changing settings will create problems and slow down machines. The changing of or the loading of programs onto the computer will result in your loosing the use of the computer and its privileges. When we are en route to the computer lab, you are to act appropriately and remain quiet because there are other classes going on while we are in the hall. While we are in the lab, work hard on your assignment, and if you need assistance, please do not disrupt anyone else’s work while you are waiting for help.
Plagiarism and academic dishonesty:
You need to know that you can be failed for even common forms of plagiarism. This includes the common "cutting and pasting," where you use text from books or other sources (including the internet). You need to state where you found this information and give credit where credit is due in the form of citation to that source. This is through the use quote marks to indicate that you used the author's words and then state at the end of your paper where you received that information. – The use of plagiarism will result in the receipt of a zero as a score for your work.
To avoid plagiarism, every direct quotation must be identified by quotation marks or by appropriate indentation and must be properly cited. If you pull information from some place create a citation in your paper and give credit for its use. Think of it this way, you would want to receive credit for your own work and so does the author of the information you are using.
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Things you Need to Know and Have to succeed in class:
90 - 100% = A 80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C 69-Below = F
There is no reason to earn anything less than a C. I will ride you if you're in the C - F area. I want you to succeed so ask if your having problems or don't understand something. I am here to help you.
All assignments and papers should have the following information in the heading: If paper is not properly headed points will be deducted from the assignments score.
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First/Last Name
Class Period
Date
Title of Assignment
Keep this page for your own records.
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- Detach and Return this page for Class Credit -
Ms. Robertson's: Student Expectation Class Contract
I understand that I am expected to come to class on time and be prepared to learn and participate. I understand that all homework assignments are due at the beginning of the class.
I understand that Ms. Robertson expects me to demonstrate a positive mental attitude, to focus on what we are learning while in class, respect myself, my teacher, and my peers, work hard, and ask questions when I do not understand something or what is expected of me.
I understand Ms. Robertson expects me to take responsibility for myself and my education. This means paying attention and participating during class, asking questions when necessary, and that I am personally responsible for getting and completing make-up work.
I understand that my citizenship and participation grade is based on attendance, promptness, preparedness, and classroom behavior. I understand that I will lose my participation points if I do not live up to Ms. Robertson's behavioral expectations. Furthermore, I have read and understand Ms. Robertson's student expectation class contract.
I understand that cheating, in any form, is unacceptable and that I will receive a zero on the assignment if I am caught cheating. Plagiarism is considered cheating.
I understand that Ms. Robertson will call home when there is a problem that cannot be resolved in class or if I violate a term of this contract.
_______________________________ _____________________________ ___________
student name student signature date
I have read Ms. Robertson's Student Expectation Class contract with my son/daughter, and I understand its content I understand Ms. Robertson's expectations and I will contact her if I have any questions or concerns. If Ms. Robertson has any concerns or questions regarding my son/daughter, she may contact me at:
______________________ ________________________ ___________________________
home phone (required) work phone email address (required)
_____________________________ _____________________________ ____________
parent/guardian name parent/guardian signature date
If you have any questions please feel free to talk to me in person. I can be reached at ________________or my email address at [email protected]. I will do my best to check the email as often as possible but at times might not get to it as quickly as needed. Many of the class projects can also be found on my website at http://www.msrobertsonsearthscienceclass.weebly.com
I am committed to creating a positive learning environment where students feel safe and comfortable learning and asking questions. I will be committed to doing everything I can do to help a willing student succeed in my class.
Thanks and again welcome to class!
__________________________________ _________________
Leslie Robertson date
Be on Time: “Tardy Policy”
1) I agree to be in class everyday on time prepared to share in the learning process. I agree it is my responsibility to be prepared with a composition notebook, pencil, pen, paper, textbook, and required materials.
2) Student will be counted tardy if not in their seat and prepared for the start of class at the beginning of class. This is important as being late will affect how well you do in this class.
Three unexcused tardies will result in a 60 minute detention and will be served before school starting at 7:30.
3) If continued tardies are received, parents will be notified and a student /parent / teacher conference will be scheduled to find a solution to the problem.
Classroom Rules:
1) Observe and follow all school rules listed in your student handbook.
2) When you have something to say you need to raise your hand and be recognized. This is respectful of others in the class and the teacher.
3) Do not wear hats, sunglasses, or headphones in class. If you make this choice they will be taken and your parents will be asked to come and pick them up.
4) Do not write on tables, desks or walls. I will ask you to clean them if you do.
5) The use of cell phones is not allowed.
6) You will be expected to maintain an assignment list and be prepared to turn them in at Ms. Robertson's request.
7) Please do not sharpen your pencil when the teacher or another student is talking.
8) Do not rock on the chairs. I have seen one to many cracked open heads and wish not to in the future.
9) Do not make rude remarks; put downs, racist, sexist or religious comments. Keep it positive!
10) Do not hit, push, make inappropriate noises, move desks or engage in any other type of horseplay. This is for your safety as well as others in the room.
11) The clock does not dismiss the class. Remain in the classroom or at your seat until dismissed by the teacher.
12) Fighting and profanity will not be tolerated. Students will be sent immediately to the office and your parent will be called.
Computer usage and going to computer lab:
· The use of the computers is a privilege. DO NOT change computer settings or load any programs or applications without prior approval. The computers are used by many people and changing settings will create problems and slow down machines. The changing of or the loading of programs onto the computer will result in your loosing the use of the computer and its privileges. When we are en route to the computer lab, you are to act appropriately and remain quiet because there are other classes going on while we are in the hall. While we are in the lab, work hard on your assignment, and if you need assistance, please do not disrupt anyone else’s work while you are waiting for help.
Plagiarism and academic dishonesty:
You need to know that you can be failed for even common forms of plagiarism. This includes the common "cutting and pasting," where you use text from books or other sources (including the internet). You need to state where you found this information and give credit where credit is due in the form of citation to that source. This is through the use quote marks to indicate that you used the author's words and then state at the end of your paper where you received that information. – The use of plagiarism will result in the receipt of a zero as a score for your work.
To avoid plagiarism, every direct quotation must be identified by quotation marks or by appropriate indentation and must be properly cited. If you pull information from some place create a citation in your paper and give credit for its use. Think of it this way, you would want to receive credit for your own work and so does the author of the information you are using.
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Things you Need to Know and Have to succeed in class:
- You will need to have a social studies composition notebook to keep your notes and papers organized. You will also be provided a file folder in the classroom to help keep these papers. It is your responsibility to keep this file folder neat and organized. This is not a place to keep your text book. Some tests will be open notes so keep your notes organized so that you will have them for the test.
- Any textbook that are assigned to you during the year must be covered at all times. You are RESPONSIBLE for it. There will be periodic checks for points on this being done. Any marks made in it or damage will result in a fine.
- A pencil will be needed for all assignments, charts graphs etc. Red Pens are the only colors accepted for assessing assignments turned into Ms. Robertson. Comments written in "fancy colors i.e. colored gel pens, metallic pens" will not be accepted or graded. It is just too hard on my eyes to read some of those colors.
- It is your responsibility to be in class everyday on time prepared to share in the learning process. It is also very important that you be prepared and come to class with your composition notebook pencil, pen, paper, textbook, and required materials. If you do not have your “tools” it is very difficult to succeed.
- The class point distribution will consist of roughly the following. 40% quizzes, tests, projects, --50% , homework, classwork, --10% Midterm/Final Exams
90 - 100% = A 80 - 89% = B
70 - 79% = C 69-Below = F
There is no reason to earn anything less than a C. I will ride you if you're in the C - F area. I want you to succeed so ask if your having problems or don't understand something. I am here to help you.
All assignments and papers should have the following information in the heading: If paper is not properly headed points will be deducted from the assignments score.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
First/Last Name
Class Period
Date
Title of Assignment
Keep this page for your own records.
=====================================================================================
- Detach and Return this page for Class Credit -
Ms. Robertson's: Student Expectation Class Contract
I understand that I am expected to come to class on time and be prepared to learn and participate. I understand that all homework assignments are due at the beginning of the class.
I understand that Ms. Robertson expects me to demonstrate a positive mental attitude, to focus on what we are learning while in class, respect myself, my teacher, and my peers, work hard, and ask questions when I do not understand something or what is expected of me.
I understand Ms. Robertson expects me to take responsibility for myself and my education. This means paying attention and participating during class, asking questions when necessary, and that I am personally responsible for getting and completing make-up work.
I understand that my citizenship and participation grade is based on attendance, promptness, preparedness, and classroom behavior. I understand that I will lose my participation points if I do not live up to Ms. Robertson's behavioral expectations. Furthermore, I have read and understand Ms. Robertson's student expectation class contract.
I understand that cheating, in any form, is unacceptable and that I will receive a zero on the assignment if I am caught cheating. Plagiarism is considered cheating.
I understand that Ms. Robertson will call home when there is a problem that cannot be resolved in class or if I violate a term of this contract.
_______________________________ _____________________________ ___________
student name student signature date
I have read Ms. Robertson's Student Expectation Class contract with my son/daughter, and I understand its content I understand Ms. Robertson's expectations and I will contact her if I have any questions or concerns. If Ms. Robertson has any concerns or questions regarding my son/daughter, she may contact me at:
______________________ ________________________ ___________________________
home phone (required) work phone email address (required)
_____________________________ _____________________________ ____________
parent/guardian name parent/guardian signature date
If you have any questions please feel free to talk to me in person. I can be reached at ________________or my email address at [email protected]. I will do my best to check the email as often as possible but at times might not get to it as quickly as needed. Many of the class projects can also be found on my website at http://www.msrobertsonsearthscienceclass.weebly.com
I am committed to creating a positive learning environment where students feel safe and comfortable learning and asking questions. I will be committed to doing everything I can do to help a willing student succeed in my class.
Thanks and again welcome to class!
__________________________________ _________________
Leslie Robertson date