Supplies
In which class will you need a composition book or journal?
Writing
True or false: Your behavior in class affects your grade.
True! See: Participation
Opinion: Which book are you most excited about from our booklist? (Must name one of the books on the list for points)
Answers may vary. Anyone want to explain their choice?
In which situation is it okay to have a fidget in class?
If you have already been given permission by Mrs. W prior to use
Which class is about reading?
Language Arts
List at least 2 of the writing tools needed for class.
Pencils, blue/black pens, colored pencils and/or highlighters
Name at least one behavior that might cause you to lose your participation point for the day.
Answers may vary, including: being disruptive, being tardy/skipping, being unprepared with class materials.
True or false: You don't need to read the books - just watch the movie!
False... Can anyone tell me why? There are a few reasons.
What will happen to a phone and/or airpods if they are brought to class?
In which class will you be studying spelling and grammar?
Writing
Where should you put your work for Language Arts & Writing?
In a labeled divider in your binder
Which grading category do planner checks and writing journals fall under?
Classwork & Homework
Where may books be kept if you don't need to take them home?
Your mailbox
Scenario: Andy forgot he had a super ball in his pocket. Is it okay for him to get it out in class?
NO! That is a toy.
Which of these two classes do you have every school day: Language Arts, or Writing?
Language Arts
Make sure your Chromebook is ___________ in order to be prepared for class.
Charged
Which three categories are equally influential on your grade? What percent of your grade are each?
Classwork/homework, tests/quizzes, and projects are each worth 30% of your grade
When you are done with your work for the day, which book are you required to have out?
Your silent reading book
Scenario: Rosa is halfway through a bag of goldfish crackers, which she opened during the break outside of class. Class is about to start. Can she just finish it in class real quick?
NO! Either shove the rest in your mouth before coming in or leave it in your locker, Rosa!
Where should you keep your journal for Writing class?
Your mailbox
Which supply will be regularly checked and graded for completion?
Your planner (or planner sheet if you have none)
Ooh, math! If you didn't do ANY homework or classwork, what is the highest grade you could possibly get in a class???
70%... which is a D+... and that's if you get 100% on everything else... SO DO YOUR HW OK???
Not in the syllabus, but maybe you know it... What happens if you damage or lose one of your books?
The school may require you to replace it. Please be kind and reponsible with your class materials!
ALL must be true: (1) This is writing work time, not learning time (2) The headphones have cords and are plugged into a Chromebook (3) The music is appropriate
To which class should you bring your silent reading book?
BOTH!