Supplies
What must you bring to class every day, fully charged?
Laptop
What should you do if you disagree with a grade?
Talk to Ms. Ringer in person about the assignment
Give an example of keeping a positive attitude in class.
Tries new things without complaining
Not being afraid to take risks
Greeting Ms. Ringer or other classmates
What percentage of your grade comes from major grades?
45%
You have THREE major grades each nine weeks
One reading project, one written assignment, and a multiple-choice test
Where can you find the majority of your work if you miss class?
Canvas
Name one item you need that is not a writing utensil.
Glue stick, markers, colored pencils, or post-it notes
How many days do you have to make up work after an absence?
As many days as you were absent
Example: I was out three days with a cold, so I have three days to make up any absent work.
What should you do if you need help?
Outside of school: send Ms. Ringer an email or a message on Canvas
Before school: Come to tutorials
Get a pass for Advisory OR draft yourself to WYN time
How much do daily grades account for in your overall grade?
50%
DO NOT ask me "is this for a grade?"
You should assume EVERYTHING we do in class is a grade and try your best on it!
What should you do with projects/assignments due on the days you were absent?
Turn them in as soon as you return to school
What type of headphones are required for class?
Wired headphones
What is the policy for late work that is 1-2 days late?
Up to 75% of the original grade can be earned.
Give an example of being proactive in class.
Locating a charger in the classroom or asking a classmate for one to charge your laptop
Reading the welcome slide and following all directions BEFORE Ms. Ringer tells you
In class: pass it up to the front of your row
Late/missing work: put it in the tray for your class period
On Canvas: read the directions
If you ever don't know how you should submit something, ask Ms. Ringer or a classmate
If you don’t see any assignments on Canvas, what should you do?
Ask Ms. Ringer
We do a lot of stuff in class
Can you drink from any cup in class? Why or why not?
No, only from a bottle or cup with a lid or cap to avoid spills.
Are you allowed to eat in class?
No
Exceptions: medical reason OR a candy/food reward from Ms. Ringer
What does being "on time" for class look like?
Getting there BEFORE the final bell
Following directions on the Welcome slide, getting out all supplies, and starting your Warm-Up
Staying in your assigned seat
Can you re-attempt an assignment for a better grade?
Yes*
*Most assignments I will let you retake/redo
It's YOUR job to let me know which assignment you want to retake and when. It has to be OUTSIDE of class time (Advisory, tutorials, WYN time)
Whose responsibility is make up work?
YOU, the STUDENT
Not the teacher!
Do NOT ask me "did y'all do anything while I was gone?" or "what did I miss?"
Check Canvas, send me a message/email, ask me before or after class
What is the exception for the food and gum policy?
Candy may be offered as a reward for excellent behavior.
Tell Ms. Ringer, ask to borrow a classroom laptop, or use paper copies of the assignment
Give an example of what being focused in class looks like.
Eyes on the teacher/front of the room
Level 0 (no talking, no noise) if the teacher or someone else is talking
Level 0 during an independent activity (reading, writing, quiz, test)
Keeping your hands/items to yourself
What grade can you make on late work that is more than 3 days late?
You can earn up to a 50, but you are not guaranteed a 50
Once a nine weeks is done and the report card is out, I cannot enter missing grades or late work
When does Ms. Ringer grade absent/late work?
ASAP (as soon as possible)
You can let me know if you've submitted something, but do not ask me everyday if I've graded it yet
I have 121 other students :)