WELCOME TO MS. KAISER’S

ENGLISH CLASSEnglish I

Room 159Class Discussion on Procedures, Rules, & Grading

Fall 2014

“WHAT ARE WE GOING TO TALK ABOUT?” We will be talking about the following

classroom issues:The rules of the classroomThe procedures of the classroomThe grading system

RULES: “WHAT ARE THE RULES OF THE CLASSROOM?”

Come to class prepared; materially, physically,

and mentally.

Only use technology when it is allowed by the

teacher for educational purposes.

Understand that they must be active

participants in their own education.

Get to class on time.

Always have something to read with them.

Respect themselves and others, and are polite

and considerate.

Show respect for themselves and others.

CORNELL NOTES In this class we will be taking Cornell

style notes.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-ZVQuUZVpI

Cornell Notes

Summarize your notes in a short paragraph. Do this for homework the night after the notes are taken in class.

Summary

QuestionsKey Words

Guide words to help you study

Write these after class notes are completed.

Topic/TitleFull NameMs. KaiserEnglish I/ II – PeriodDate – Day Month Year

Class NotesNotes you take during the lecture, reading, or other activity.

Use concise wordingand make sure to get all of the most important information.

Leave space between topics.

RULES: “WHAT IF I CHOOSE TO BREAK A RULE?”

First time: Verbal warning

• Second time: Student/Teacher conference. (Possible parent/guardian contact.)

• Third time: Parent phone call and/or conference.

• Your parents will receive sporadic news of how you are doing in the class.

Fourth time and/or severe: Administrative Referral

Please remember that I also follow the Student Code of Conduct written in the Student Handbook when it comes to topics such as: tardiness and absencesdress and grooming the morning pledgeelectronic devices (phones, audio players,

games, etc.)plagiarism release of students from schooldisruptions, including bullying, the

interference of movement/activities/vehicles, use of force, violence, or threats

“WHAT ARE THE OTHER DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS THAT YOU HAVE?”

“WHAT ARE THE PROCEDURES IN THIS CLASSROOM?” We will talk about the way things are

accomplished in this class:CommunicationClass workHomeworkWritingsAbsences

PROCEDURES: “WHAT DO I DO WHEN I ENTER THE CLASSROOM?”

Please refer to the chalkboard and/or screen.

Begin assignments, if possible.

Turn in any due assignments.

PROCEDURES: “WHERE DO I FIND THE ASSIGNMENTS?” The warm-up or journal will be on the

board.

The agenda will give an overview of what we will be doing for the day.

I will explain tasks/assignments in more detail verbally.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT ARE THE MATERIALS THAT I NEED FOR THIS CLASS?”

Literature book Pens/Pencils Lined paper (college rule

preferred) 2 composition books Highlighter Colored pencils *Class specific item

Full NameMs. KaiserEnglish I – PeriodDate – Day Month Year Proper Heading

for ALL Papers

Full Name Ms. KaiserEnglish I/II – Period Date – Day Month Year

PROCEDURES: “WHERE DO I PLACE MY ASSIGNMENTS?”

Writing assignments may be asked to be placed directly into your portfolio.

For other assignments, place them in the tray for your class period.

For larger projects, follow my directions.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT IF I AM ABSENT?”

Talk to me or a

classmate for

information.

Check the website.

Ask me for handouts.

PROCEDURES: “HOW DO I TURN IN AN ASSIGNMENT IF I HAVE BEEN ABSENT?”

Please write “ABSENT” at the top of your paper. You may not turn in an assignment if you have an

unexcused absence. Due projects must be turned in on that day. You will also need to make up any test or

quizzes.

Need Help?

Everyone is welcome to come and get extra help Monday – Friday from 8:15 – 8:45 a.m. &

Monday – Thursday from 3:45 – 4:15 p.m.

*Extra times available as needed.*

PROCEDURES: “WHAT DO I DO AT THE DISMISSAL OF CLASS?”

•The bell DOES NOT end the class. I will end the class. Please wait until I

dismiss you.

SIGN OUT/ SIGN IN SHEET

Every time you are late, you must sign in. You will have to serve a lunch detention for each tardy. (*further details to be determined)

Every time you leave the classroom, you must sign out and sign back in. You must take a pass with you, as well.

PROCEDURES: “WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO?”

1. Look at the board/screen.

2. Ask another student.

3. Ask me.As long as you are respectful, you can never go wrong!

“HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GRADE US?” We will talk about the grading system in

this classroom:4 PercentagesBreakdownExtra Credit

TESTS: 40%

CLASS WORK: 30%

CLASS WORK: Informal writing Notes Group work Individual work Discussions

PROJECTS: 20%

PROJECTS: Formal papers Lengthy group work Lengthy individual work

NINE-WKS EXAM/OTHER: 10% The 9-weeks exams cover information

we have dealt with throughout each 9-weeks grading period.

“DO YOU TAKE LATE WORK?” 1st Semester:

If you turn in an assignment within two class meetings: maximum grade of 70.

After that, assignments will receive a zero and cannot be made up.

Projects lose 10 points per day they are late.

2nd Semester:NO LATE WORK.

“WHAT IS KIND OF EXTRA CREDIT IS OFFERED?’”

Tests If you receive a grade below 70 on a

test, you must discuss a retake day with me the day your test is passed back to you.

If you do not make up the test, your original grade will be kept.

Class Website

kaiserenglishfranklin9.weebly.com

Online Textbook

pearsonsuccessnet.com

English I code: DE9C4915426682C47E8C

Classroom Library

Please feel free to borrow and read these books! I only ask that you bring them back when you are finished or give them to someone else who will

enjoy them.

CURRICULUM

Short stories Short Answers Poetry Literary Essay Novel Research Nonfiction Expository Essay Drama

Romeo and Juliet Mythology Persuasive Essay

FIRE DRILL

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS? CONCERNS? QUEMMENT? Let me know!

I can’t fix what I don’t know is broken.

E-mail me: mskaiser@episd.org

Remind

1st period - @keng1st

2nd period - @keng2nd

3rd period - @keng3rd

5th period - @keng5th

6th period - @keng6th

8th period - @keng8th

Text the code for your period to: 915-209-4684

DISCIPLINE AGREEMENT  All information can be found on my website:

kaiserenglishfranklin9.weebly.com. If you have further questions, please feel free to

email me at: mskaiser@episd.org.

I have read and understand the rules and procedures about this English class for the 2014-2015 school year, including those about late work. I understand my responsibilities and will do my best to be successful.

Student Signature X_______ Parent Signature X________

ACTIVITY: PORTFOLIO FOLDER On tab: Last Name, First Name, Class Period,

ID Number On the front of your folder:

Answer the 4 questions in complete sentences on each corner What is your favorite thing you’ve ever read? What is your favorite place in the world? What is your dream career? What is your best memory?

Decorate

Kaiser, Michelle Period 2123543

My favorite book is The Great Gatsby

My dream career is teaching.

My favorite place to be is a bookstore or library.

One of my best memories is my wedding proposal.

WRITING ASSIGNMENT Prompt: Write an essay explaining two

goals you have for your freshman year of high school.

FIRST, BRAINSTORM! Forced Free Write is when you force

yourself to write. This brainstorming method is great for curing writer’s block.

#1 – What comes to mind when you think of high school?

#2 – What hopes/fears do you have about starting high school?

WRITING ASSIGNMENT

Prompt: Write an essay explaining two goals you have for your freshman year of high school.