1. Classroom Expectations
8th grade English and PreAP English
Mrs. Jennifer Hull

2. Agenda for Expectations Discussion
Introducing Your Teacher…
Student Behaviors
Show Respect
Responsibility for coursework
Promote Lifelong Learning
Policies
Procedures
Grading
My Pledge to Students

3. Mrs. Jennifer Hull Family Husband – Chad
Pottsville graduate
Works for Hugg & Hall as Field Tech
2 boys – Caleb (14) and Caden (10)
Caleb in 9th grade
Loves Football (Steelers fan), playing Xbox and funny movies
Caden in 4th grade
Loves Football (Go Saints!) Baseball (Go Yankees!) and likes basketball.
PS – Don’t ever tell them that I’ve been talking about them in class…it usually embarrasses them just like your parents embarrass you sometimes!

4. Here’s a few old pics…

5. 411 Grew up in Fort Smith Graduated from Southside High School
University of Central Arkansas
BSE in English Education
Arkansas Tech University
MSE earned in 2003 and
MSE earned in 2008 for Library Media Specialist
13th year to teach at Pottsville
Taught 7th, 8th and 9th grades at PMG, HS, and now Jr. High!

6. More 411
Earned National Board Certification in Teaching several years ago…will recertify soon 
Jr. Beta Sponsor
This will be my 9th year as sponsor
Get excited about serving others and getting kids involved in the same
Find out more from the Jr. Beta Website (there is a link from my school webpage)
Be sure you are getting your hours and attending all meetings scheduled
Be sure to ask me how to request an invitation to join!

7. These are a few of my favorite things…
Reading!
Spending time with family and friends
Learning new technology tricks
Traveling
Camping in the fall/winter – fireside chats are the best!
Listening to music and watching good movies
Finding interesting quotes
Relaxing on my swing
Funny videos (please share any you find with me!)
Over the next few weeks, I want to find these things out about you!!

8. Student Behaviors Be prompt Be prepared
Be ready to learn when class begins.
Be prepared
Have materials with you and know due dates.
Be a polite and positive participant
Speak in a normal tone of voice, and listen attentively.
Be productive
Turn in work on time, and always do your best.
Be a problem solver
Correct problems quickly and peacefully before they escalate.
Avoid being a helpless handraiser (will explain)

9. Offer to help – both your classmates and your teachers.
Show Respect
Value yourself. Be honest and ethical, and practice strong moral values.
Treat all members of the school community and all visitors with politeness and respect.
Honor the ideas and opinions of others.
Offer to help – both your classmates and your teachers.
Be responsible with property and belongings.

10. Responsibility for Coursework
Bring binder, library book, planner, and appropriate writing tools to class.
Know due dates and submit all coursework on time.
All assignments are posted daily on the agenda board and on the class Web site. (share class website)
This week you will be creating a Writer’s Notebook section in your binder to have as your starter section…this MUST be completed EVERY DAY!

11. Promote Lifelong Learning
You can develop lifelong learning traits:
By showing curiosity about human nature and how the world works.
By seeking and valuing diversity.
By persisting in seeking out new solutions.
By using your unique talents and intelligence to promote positive change.
By learning and applying technology tools to solve problems.

12. Policies Check the weekly agenda
Food and beverages are not allowed in the classroom.
Water bottles allowed with water only
Please be in your seat when the bell rings, as class begins at that time.
Absences
Check the weekly agenda
Ask team members or a classmate first for assignments.
Check online for assignment
IF these methods are not successful – be sure to ask me!
Follow the handbook policies for grace period on absences.

13. Procedures Entering the room Moving around the room Turning in papers
Talking
Leaving during class time
Borrowing tools or materials
Homework
Make-up work
Accelerated Reader Accountability Program
Your Grade
Substitute teachers
Announcements
Late work Policy
Additional items
Discipline – discuss my goal from previous years

14. Grading Grades are based on the accumulation of points.
Points are based on:
Class participation (effort)
Completion of assignments
(daily work and writing
starters)
Major projects, exams, and
self-reflection
Grades are posted online and updated every time there is an assignment due and graded, which should be at least twice weekly.
Our Grading Scale
90-100% = A
80-89% = B
70-79% = C
60-69% = D
Below 60% = F
Grades are calculated on cumulative percentage and are rounded up whenever possible.

15. My Pledge to Students
I will trust you until you give me reason to do otherwise.
I will respect you and work with you to solve problems.
I will promptly correct and offer feedback on your work.
I will work with you to meet learning goals.
I will offer extra help and alternative assessments should you require them.

16. Most importantly…
It is my hope that you will ENJOY this class this year! If you are miserable – talk to me about it.
If I say something to offend you – please talk to me about it.
If someone else says or does something to offend you – please talk to me about it!
If all else fails – have fun, smile and laugh and TALK TO ME ABOUT IT!