1. Welcome to Ms. Fox’s classroom

2. Grading Policy:
to communicate student achievement to students, parents, school administrators
We are continuing to implement the grading policy established by the Board.
Domain 1: Academic Mastery
Grades are based on summative evidence that the student has learned the curriculum standards which include the state standards.

3. Academic Grades
A: thoroughly understands the basic content, and can deeply apply and analyze that knowledge
B: knows basic content, but beginning to be able to apply that knowledge
C: knows the basic content (this is at standard/proficient level)
I: MUST have a retake for any summative assessment

4. Grading Policy (continued):
Domain II: Academic Work Habits
On time to class; completes work on time
Prepared for class; attentive, engaged in learning
Works toward achieving individual and group goals
Demonstrates courtesy and respect in the learning environment
E – Always or usually meets behavior expectations;
S – Usually meets behavior expectations with few reminders;
U – Often fails to meet expectations even with reminders

5. Grading Policy (continued):
Domain III: Citizenship
Teachers will use the “Citizenship” grade to communicate to the student and parents how well the student is meeting behavior expectations of each class. The following grading rubric shall apply:
E – Always or usually meets behavior expectations;
S – Usually meets behavior expectations with few reminders;
U – Often fails to meet expectations even with reminders

6. Retake policy Retakes will be offered on any SUMMATIVE assessment.
Formative assessments are designed to let me and the student know what needs to be reviewed. No late work or retakes.
For all retakes, students must complete a “Retake Contract.” The contract will define the retake work and the three week time frame required for completion

7. Math 3: Pre-algebra, Geometry, algebra, statistics are all covered
Homework almost every day!
Quizzes throughout the chapter to check understanding

8. Activities of successful students:
Always have a reading book (novel)
Keep all work and notes in a journal
Check daily s or website for homework
Keep Science/Math Journal up to date!
Absent? Check website and get the work completed for when you return.

9. How can you help your child?
Check daily s/website/planner for homework; register for homework reminders
Check grades regularly online
Stay on top of needed retakes
Encourage your child to get involved in school activities (ASB, clubs, sports)
Register for online textbooks (keep the login information handy!)
Keep “emergency card” info current—that’s how you get school s!
me with any questions

10. Donations: Colored copy paper Tissues Colored Markers Glue Sticks
College Ruled Composition Journals
Graph Paper

11. Questions???