Course Objectives
Materials Needed
Grading Policy
Class Policies
Core Values
100

What will students analyze from different genres?

Students will analyze central ideas/themes and make inferences.

100

What writing tools do students need for class?

Notebook, Pens, pencils, and highlighters.

100

What percentage of the grade comes from exams and quizzes?

50%

100

What should students do if they are late to class?

Retrieve a pass.

100

What does it mean to show Honor in class?

Being empathetic, honest, passionate, and persistent.

200

What types of texts will students read in this course?

Fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.

200

What item should students use to keep their work organized?

A folder.

200

What category has the least weight in grading?

Groupwork

200

What is the rule about electronic devices during instruction?

They may not be used without the teacher's permission.

200

How can students demonstrate Scholarship?

By seeking knowledge and showing integrity.

300

What will students learn to write?

 Arguments, informative texts, narratives, and poetry.

300

What will students use to take notes?

 A notebook.

300

What is the lowest grade for homework and classwork?

The lowest grade will be dropped each marking period.

300

Can students eat in class?

Yes, but it must not be disruptive.

300

What does Service mean in the context of this class?

Engaging in civic duties to support others.

400

What is one skill students will develop in discussions?

Scholarly discussions with peers.

400

Why is a folder important in this class?

To keep reading materials and graded work organized.

400

How many marking periods are there in a year?

There are four marking periods.

400

What must all students do regarding their own work?

They must do their own work and not cheat.

400

Why is Maturity important for scholars?

It helps them understand their thoughts and behaviors.

500

What is the main focus of analyzing characters?

Understanding their perspectives and purposes.

500

What do students need to bring for reading and writing?

 Pens, pencils, and highlighters.

500

What happens to late work submitted after one week?

Late work will not be accepted.

500

What behavior is expected from students in class?

Treat all members of the school community with respect.

500

How can students embody these core values?

By practicing them at all times.