Guidelines for Success: the WD Way
1.We live a commitment to excellence in everything we say and do.
2. We attempt to do what is right even when no one is looking.
3. We dedicate ourselves to serving others.
4. We have the courage to trust, honor, and respect all who walk the halls of WD.
“Work Hard. Be Yourself. Do the Right Thing.”
Overall Classroom Rules
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Arrive on time with all materials (writing instrument, notebook, agenda, homework).
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Follow directions the first time they are given.
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Stay on task during work time.
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Do not speak when someone else is speaking to you.
Winners participate and strive to ACHIEVE. The ACHIEVE approach will teach you exactly what you have to do in each type of classroom activity. For now, just be aware that each activity below will include very specific information for you about how to be successful in this class. ACHIEVE plans are posted in the classroom & BELOW (on webpage).
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Lecture
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Individual Work-time
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Group/Partner Work-time
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Labs/Experiments
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Computer/Internet Work-time
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Transitioning to Computers/LMC
Grades
Students will be graded on a total points system. Points will be given for quizzes, unit tests, projects, labs and daily work.
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A
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100-96%
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B-
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86-85%
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D+
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76-75%
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A-
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95-93%
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C+
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84-83%
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D
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74-72%
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B+
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92-91%
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C
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82-79%
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D-
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71-70%
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B
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90-87%
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C-
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78-77%
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F
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69% & under
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Classroom Procedures
Starting Class:
Ø Students must be in the room and in their seat when the bell rings.
Ø Students should complete the task on the board quietly & independently.
Ø Students not in the room when the bell rings will be considered tardy and should proceed to Mrs. Surman’s room to complete their paperwork. When a student returns to class they will enter quietly and will NOT disrupt the class. This student will need to make arrangements with the instructor after class to make up the work they missed.
Paper/Pencils:
Ø If you do not have a writing utensil, you may BORROW one from the cup at the “Assignment Completion Station.” DO NOT take any pens/pencils from the instructor's desk.
Ø If you need a piece of paper, either lined or unlined, you may use the paper located in the back corner of the room by the computers.
Assignments:
Ø Keep track of assignments in your Student Agenda.
Ø Check the class website for assignment due dates and information.
Ø Assignments should be turned into the appropriate basket in the “Assignment Completion Station.”
Ø Assignments will be returned within 2 days of being turned into the “Assignment Completion Station.”
Makeup Work:
Makeup Work is accepted ONLY if you show the instructor your stamp from the office. For an excused absence, you have days absent, plus 1 day to make up work. For an unexcused absence, you only have the number of days absent to make up the work. YOU are responsible for getting notes, make-up work and turning work in on time, as well as showing instructor the excused mark from the office in your agenda. See Agenda for definitions for excused absences.
Late Work:
Work must be turned in by the end of the hour that day for full points. Work turned in 1 to 3 days late will receive a 10% reduction in total points. Work turned in more than 3 days late will receive a 20% reduction in total points. No late work will be accepted the last week of the term.
Ending Class:
Ø Students need to make sure that all supplies are returned to their appropriate spots in the classroom and that their area is clean.
Ø Students ARE NOT to line up at the door, they need to remain in their seats until the bell rings and the instructor dismisses them from class.
Cheating: NOT accepted!!
Refer to agenda. Anything that looks like cheating will be considered cheating. Cheating will result in a “0” on the assignment/quiz/test. Plagiarism is considered cheating- cite your sources!
Food/Beverage: Food and drink is allowed in the room on non-lab days.
Electronics: Cell Phones are not a part of this classroom. Leave your cell phones and other electronics in your locker or at home. MP3 players are allowed during INDIVIDUAL WORK TIME only.
Dress: Follow Student agenda. We will be working in labs or doing special activities so please dress safe and comfortable. (No jackets, purses, backpacks allowed in class). You will need closed toed shoes for labs.
Passes: You will only be allowed three passes per term to leave the classroom during the scheduled classroom time.
Behavior/Discipline: The instructor expects and demands proper behavior in this classroom, show respect for others and their property at all times. As young adults, you are to act accordingly. See student agenda for school policy and expectations.
Students with disruptive behavior will not be able to participate in the class activity. First you will be removed from the activity (either to your seat or another location). If the behavior persists you will need to stay after class to discuss with the instructor the reasons behind your behavior. If the behavior continues then you will be escorted to the office (with a referral). The instructor does not tolerate students that disrupt the class activities and hinder other students’ learning. Students will get zero for points on that missed activity. The instructor will contact guardians if the severity of your actions warrants or if you are disruptive on more than one occasion.
Communication with Parents: You are encouraged to show your weekly grade report to a parent or guardian each week. The instructor will contact your parents/guardians through phone, mail or email if your grade is consistently below a “C” average or if she is concerned with any of your behavior or actions in class.
Help: The instructor is usually available in room 205 from 7:00-8:00 AM and 3:15- 5:00 PM most days for assistance.
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