Classroom Expectations Middle Grade Science Mrs. Bhandari

All About Me I am Mrs. Indira Bhandari. You can call me Mrs. Bhandari, or simply Mrs. B. I have worked at Middle Schools Since 2011. I was a Webmaster for around 10 years before I decided to change my profession to teaching. I live at Cary, North Carolina with my husband for 23 years. My son is starting college at NC State University as a Goodnight Scholar. In my free time, I like to design and develop websites, read books, watch TV, and listen to music. My favorite science field is Chemistry.

LISTEN FOR INSTRUCTIONS As soon as you enter the school building, all personal electronic devices should be turned off and put away for the school day.

Grading Grades are based on the accumulation of points. Points are based on: Class participation (effort) Completion of assignments (daily work) Major projects, exams, and self-reflection Grades are posted online and updated as soon as possible. Our Grading Scale 93-100% = A 85-92% = B 77-84% = C 70-76% = D Below 60% = F There is a school-wide “NO ZERO” policy in effect. The minimum grade a student can receive is 60%.

All assessments are grades the same. Summative assessments Test Labs/Projects Formative assessments Interactive notebook Classwork/Participation Quizzes Warm-Ups Homework All assessments are grades the same.

Policies Food and beverages are NOT allowed in the classroom. Absences Ask team members or a classmate first for assignments. Each absence has a one-day grace period. Any work that was due the day I was absent is due when I RETURN TO CLASS. What happens if I forget an assignment at home, leave it in my locker, or just don’t do it at all? I will earn a ZERO on that assignment. When should I see Mrs. Bhandari for extra help? I should ask questions during CLASS when we have time to work on assignments or make arrangements to come in AFTER SCHOOL. I should not wait until an assignment is DUE to ask for help.

PRIDE “The happy satisfied feeling somebody experiences when having or achieving something special.” When did you feel a sense of pride?

Positive Responsible Independent Determined Educated DO YOU HAVE PRIDE? Positive Responsible Independent Determined Educated

Name one area that you could ... improve on at school to give you a better feeling of PRIDE?