Classroom Expectations
Phones & Devices
Grading & Feedback
Deadlines & Late Work
Syllabus Basics
100

What are the four main behavioral commitments listed in the class contract?

Respectful, Cooperative, Do your best, Accountable

100

Where should your phone be during class?

In the phone bank.

100

What type of work is graded in this class?

Unit final projects

100

When are assignments due?

By the posted deadline

100

What is the name of this course?

College & Career Explorations

200

What is the expectation if you disagree with something happening in class?

Talk to Ms. Davidson with an open mind and willingness to collaborate

200

What happens if you use your phone without permission?

Referral + confiscation. 
200

What do you receive on most assignments instead of grades?

Feedback

200

What must you do if you need more time?

Request an extension before the due date

200

What are two of the four units we’ll study?

Any two: What is Work?, Career Clusters & Pathways, College & Beyond, Lifelong Learning

300

What kind of zone is our classroom described as when it comes to mistakes?

Safe mistake-making zone

300

When can you listen to music on your phone in class?

Only with Ms. Davidson’s permission during independent work

300

Can you revise your unit final project after it’s turned in?

Yes, if you respond to feedback

300

How long after the due date can work still be accepted with an extension?

Up to 10 days

300

Name two of the five EMHS core values explored in this class.

Curiosity, Collaboration, Empathy, Integrity, Reflection

400

What does the contract say about doing your best if your best is only 70% that day?

You’re expected to meet yourself where you're at and still try

400

What must be true for phone use to be allowed?

You must communicate with Mrs. Davidson and attain her approval.

400

What platform tracks completion of work?

PowerSchool

400

Will late work be accepted without asking first?

No

400

What kind of learning will we do in this class? (Name two methods)

Projects, research, discussions

500

What two attitudes are you expected to bring to class participation?

Be bold and brave; be compassionate to yourself and others

500

What happens if phone misuse continues repeatedly?

Result in referral and parent pickup via Bird 

500

Why do we use feedback instead of grades on most work?

To support deep thinking, connection-making, and improvement

500

Who is responsible for requesting extensions and managing deadlines?

The student

500

What is the main purpose of this course?

To explore post-high school pathways that are meaningful and fulfilling