Row 1
What is the first book that we are reading?
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros (9th grade)
You can go to the media center without a pass.
FALSE
What day do we have Panther Time?
Wednesday
What is the third unit of study for this course called?
Reflections
We will be reading A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry
What is the grading breakdown?
Participation/Classwork is 60% of your grade. Summative Assessments will be 40% of your grade.
In the classroom expectations it states: "Pay attention by passively listening" TRUE OR FALSE
FALSE "Pay attention by actively listening"
What is the first and foremost rule for the classroom expectations?
Respect your teachers and peers.
TRUE OR FALSE
You cannot ask for extra credit opportunities to boost your grade.
TRUE
If you are absent, how do you get your absence excused?
To ensure your absence is marked as excused, parents must send in a note or email GPHSabsence@hcpss.org.
What happens if you are routinely told to put your cell phone away during class?
If students are routinely reprimanded for the use of cell phones during instructional time, there will be consequences that may result in disciplinary action.
(ex: extended school day, community service, or loss of privileges)
TRUE OR FALSE
If you want to visit another teacher's class during Panther Time, your second period teacher can write you a pass to get help from that teacher.
FALSE
The teacher you are going to visit must give you a pass BEFORE panther time.
TRUE OR FALSE
You have to be in tenth grade in order to start a club. Ninth graders cannot start clubs.
FALSE
What does equitable grading practices mean for students? Can they revise their assignments?
Equitable grading practices will be employed in the classroom to ensure every student can achieve a passing grade for the course. If a student does not receive a satisfactory grade on their assignment, they will be allowed to revise and resubmit this assignment for a higher grade.
What is the GPHS philosophy on make-up work for each quarter?
Teachers will build at least two dedicated class periods per quarter for student work time and recovery opportunities.
TRUE or FALSE
If you cannot submit a summative assessment (essay or test) by the due date, you can turn it in later without talking to your teacher.
FALSE
Students are expected to communicate with their teacher if they need an extension on an assignment prior to the due date.