Class Description: 

This class will focus on the fundamentals of language arts, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening as well as the development of critical thinking skills. With the study of fiction and nonfiction texts, we will expand our knowledge about the world. We will also review grammar and the parts of speech, and discuss other important literary elements.

 

Materials 

Attendance 

  • Charged Computer
  • Notebook 
  • Pen/Pencil 
  • Folder
  • If the student is not present in class at the time of an assignment being due, the score will reflect missing until the assignment is turned in. It is the student’s responsibility to meet with the teacher prior to or immediately after being absent. 
 
Late Work 
  • Late work will be accepted up until the end of the quarter or up until the end of midterm, and may receive up to full credit. The teacher will NOT accept any late work past those deadlines. 
  • This privilege is subject to change at any time depending on specific circumstances.

Projects & Essays 

  • Students will be expected to complete projects and/or essays (depending on the teacher) at the end of each unit to show understanding. Students will be allowed to make corrections for up to full credit UNLESS stated otherwise by the teacher.

Mrs. Drinkall’s Expectations 

  1. Be here. Come to class on time and with a can-do attitude! 
  2. Be respectful. Be respectful to your peers, teachers, and those around you. 
  3. Be brave. Take risks in your learning! Be open to learning new things and challenge yourself everyday in the classroom. 
  4. Be prepared. Come to class with all of your required materials. 

Consequences 

  1. Verbal warning and redirection 
  2. Removal from class (hallway) 
  3. Removal from class (office) 
  • Depending on the situation the teacher may skip through steps to ensure the safety of all students. 

Assessment Correction Policy

  • Students will be able to make corrections on their essays to improve their grade for full credit. 

Plagiarism

  • Plagiarism (copying from another student or published source) is unacceptable and will receive zero credit. Violations will include disciplinary action and may result in loss of credit in that class.

Technology/ Google Classroom

  • Students will be allowed to use their IPAD/phones in class for academic purposes only and with the permission of the teacher. If the student is using their technology inappropriately, the teacher will ask for that technology to be put away. If the incident continues, the technology will be taken away and immediately be taken to the office. 
  • We will be using Google Classroom for ALL of my classes. 
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