Class Procedures & Policies
What do you do if you're late to class?
Sign the late log. (Also accepted: grab your work, sit down, begin do now QUIETLY)
When can I eat in class?
Never!
How many students may use the bathroom per period?
Two
What is the first novel we will read in ELA 10?
The Odyssey!
What app will I use to communicate with my teacher?
Remind
What do you do once you're finished with your Do Now?
Copy your homework into your planner.
What happens if the dean takes my phone?
Your parents must come to the school to get it.
What can I drink in class?
Water (in clear bottle).
What percentage is taken off when your work is one day late?
10%
What is one goal that Ms. Ormsby has for the year?
Help you find your voice through writing, reading, and speaking. Push you to be the best version of yourself/achieve your goals. Drink more water, less coffee. Learn to cook. Travel to a new place. Rely less on technology.
What happens when you're late 3 times?
Parent contact and detention.
How many points do you lose when your phone is seen?
3
When may I access my locker?
Before 1st period and after 7th period.
If you hand an assignment in 2 days late, what is your grade?
55
How can I get extra help?
Email teacher, speak with teacher, come before or after school.
What is the procedure for checking out a classroom library book?
Sign it out, return or renew it after 1 week.
Name two things that will not be tolerated in our class.
Hateful language, cell phone use, disrespect, vandalism, plagiarism, food.
Where can I go if I am not dressed in uniform?
Room 130
Your tests, presentations, projects, and writing make up what percentage of your grade?
70%
Name 3 things to do during "set up".
Put away phones, electronics, remove hoodies, put away food, grab class materials.
Name 3 of your responsibilities for when you're late or absent.
Get notes from a classmate, get your missed work (Do Now, classwork, etc.) from bin, hand in overdue work, contact your teacher, come to extra help.
What are the consequences of blatant plagiarism? (First time)
Failing grade, parent-teacher conference, and a research paper about plagiarism (with citations).
When can I NOT use the bathroom?
First and last period, first and last 10 minutes of class (will also accept during transitions).
Name 3 of the 6 units for this year.
The Quest, The Unlikely Hero, Dystopia, The Anti-Hero, The Monster, The Tragic Hero
What college did Ms. Ormsby go to and what was her minor?
Siena College, Italian.