School Policies
When is an appropriate time to use the bathroom?
Lunch or between classes
Who participates in the Book Challenge?
All 7th, 8th, and 9th graders
What online application will we be using to complete essays and writing projects?
Google Docs
What will we be reading this year?
Many works of literature, including the books listed on the bottom of the syllabus
Who is responsible for collecting a student's missing work?
The student who was absent
What is the policy on hooded sweatshirts?
Hoods are not permitted during the school day
Students in the Book Challenge gain books for themselves, but who else benefits from Book Challenge points?
Students gain points for themselves and for their class whenever they finish a book
What technology will we use to access Google Docs?
Chromebooks and the computer lab
What skills will we improve?
Writing skills
When should a student collect missing work?
The day the student returns to school
What are you supposed to do with you cell phone at the beginning of the school day?
Phones are to be locked away upon arrival
What are some Book Challenge rewards?
Prizes, parties, and special snacks
What will you do on an online assignment's due date?
Share with Ms. Drach's email
What are two things we will develop to improve our writing and speaking?
vocabulary and spelling
Where will missing work be found?
Class folder in the Missing Work bin
What is the consequence for having your hood up?
Dojo marks first, later an office referral if it is a consistent problem
What are some Class Dojo Positive Behavior rewards?
Seating privileges, free reading time, and fun activity days
What is Ms. Drach's email?
addie.drach@summitacademies.org
*not in the syllabus*
Why is it important to work on writing skills?
Answers may vary
What must you bring to class every day?
A pencil and a book to read
What is the consequence for having your phone out in class?
Dojo marks first, then sent to lock away the phone
*not in the syllabus*
Knowing that you can earn points by reading a lot of books, what is a good way to spend your time after you finish you classwork?
Reading!!!
Ms. Drach would love to help you find fun books to read in your free time!
Ms. Drach will give grades for final drafts. What will she add to your rough drafts?
Ms. Drach will give workshop comments, or suggestions on how to improve your writing
*not in syllabus*
Why is it important to read A LOT of books?
Answers may vary
Your ELA Binder must remain in our classroom and not go home. What is the reason for this?
So work is not lost