Books n things
What are two texts we will be reading this year?
Correct answers include:
- The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
-Lord of the Flies
-I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
-The Glass Castle
-The Poet X
-"Romeo and Juliet"
Is revision allowed for writing assignments?
Yes!!!
When do you need to show up for class every day?
On time!!! There will be penalties and disciplinary actions taken if you are tardy to class.
Can you use AI in any form to do your classwork?
NO!
What percentage of your overall grades do Grammar and Vocabulary count for?
Vocabulary =10%
What percentage of your overall grade will come from reading and reading-based assignments/exams?
45%
What percentage of your overall grade comes from writing assignments?
30%
What should you do if you are absent?
Check schoology for the day's agenda and homework assignments and reach out to me through email.
Can you use AI to do your homework for you?
NO!
What is a Timeliness grade?
What is the overarching theme of 9th grade ELA?
Coming of Age
How many days after an assignment is due will late work still be accepted for grading?
5 days after the assigned due date
What materials will you need for class every day?
A notebook and something to write with (also a homework/classwork folder to hold your papers)
Can you use AI to summarize your reading?
NEVER!
Where can you find trigger warnings for our class texts on the syllabus?
At the bottom
What is one of the Essential Questions we will be exploring through our texts this year?
What influences our moral choices?; What distinguishes children from adults?; and, How do gender, race, class, and ethnicity contribute to identity formation?
How many days in advance before the due date do you need to request an extension if you know that you will not be able to complete the assignment on time?
2 days (minimum) before the assigned due date
When do homework assignments need to be completed?
BEFORE class!
Why would it harm you as a learner to have AI do your work for you?
You miss out on the actual learning of the material and development of your critical thinking/analysis skills
ARE YOU EXCITED TO LEARN?!
YES!
Why is being a strong reader valuable to your everyday life --- as a high schooler and beyond?
Answers will vary
How will being a strong writer help you in your daily life in this class and beyond?
Answers will vary
When will electronics be used during class?
Almost never! Only when instructed for larger writing assignments
What is the policy if you are caught using AI?
I will put in a disciplinary code into your ASPEN file which will remain on your record throughout your time at NSHS. I will also notify your house dean and parents/guardians and proper disciplinary actions will be taken.
HOW EXCITED ARE YOU TO LEARN?!
SO EXCITED!