Class Norms
What is the first thing you do when you enter the class?
Put away all electronics including headphones/ earphones and complete your DO NOW.
Will there be assigned seating?
No, not unless disruptions are frequent.
Is this class cumulative?
Yes
Bonus Points: What year did Ms. Hernandez graduate from AHA?
2016
What should be cleaned before the end of class?
The tables need to be wiped down.
What happens if you are tardy?
Loss of participation points.
What is worth 30% of your grade?
Projects
How many participation points do you get for completing your “Do NOW”?
1 point
Is food allowed in the classroom?
No. Food and drink are not allowed. Only water.
What day of the week will test corrections be held?
The Wednesday following exams held on Monday, during lunch.
List at least 3 components that make up your final grade.
Class participation and problems in laboratory practices, questions, interactive notes, and summaries written in class (AVID), homework, scientific projects, midterm exam, and final exam.
Does this class have homework?
Not assigned. But if you do not finish the classwork then it is your responsibility to finish it as homework.
How many students are permitted to use the bathroom pass each class?
Three.
Double Point: What kind of breed of dog does Ms. Hernandez have? And what is her name?
Rottweiler; Dottie Betts
What is the late work policy?
Work will be posted to the Google classroom. Printed materials will be provided in the “What did I miss?” area of the classroom. Students will have as many days as their excused absences to complete and turn in missed assignments. It is the student’s responsibility to check missed assignments and materials.
What resource can you use to access 24/7 tutoring?
Paper, via can be accessed through my.aps.edu.
What is the electronics policy?
All electronic devices including tablets, iPhones, cell phones, music and entertainment appliances must be turned off and put away. The only exception to this rule is when students are directed by their teacher to use their cell phone for classroom activities; in this situation the cell phone will be categorized as a work tool in the classroom. Students who break this rule will have their electronic device confiscated.
What is the bathroom policy?
Cannot go in the first or last 10 minutes of class or during instruction.
What can you do if you need help with this class? Specifically how to get a hold of me.
Students with questions about the class can schedule a time to meet with me during lunch or after school until 3:40pm. You may also email me
How will work be completed and submitted in this class?
Students will complete work in their interactive journals and upload the work using google classroom.