Classroom Policies Writing 2 – Spring Semester Update

 Below are brief reminders from the first semester and some new homework and attendance guidelines:

Classroom Conduct

·         Be polite and respectful of each other’s time and comments. If the teacher or a classmate is talking, listen respectfully and avoid any unnecessary conversations or interactions that would disrupt the class.  (NOTE:  This is a large class, and side conversations have a big impact on the flow of the class.)

·         Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

·         According to CHAT policies, food is not allowed in the classroom unless it’s part of a class activity; that includes lunch.  If students have not finished eating by the time class starts, they should finish it in the café/commons area before coming to class.   Beverages (e.g. coffee, water, juice, etc.) are permitted in the classroom.

Communication

·         Weekly updates will be sent that include comments about class discussions and homework.  If you are not getting these, check your Spam/Junk file and/or contact me.

·         The websites below are also helpful classroom resources:

–  Writing 2 – www.chatwriting2.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates

–  Google Drive –Most of the handouts will be available on a shared folder in Google Drive either as Word documents or PDF files.

–  MyGradeBook – www.mygradebook.com. This is an online grade book on which I will enter the grades and scores for completed assignments.  Note:  Scores may not be immediately added to the website; feel free to contact me for any questions.

Late Homework Guidelines

·         Homework is most useful when it is completed by the due date.  Grammar worksheets and literature-related homework is not as beneficial for the student if it is done after the class has covered that topic.

·         Parents, please check that your students have a workable plan for keeping track of assignments and homework.

·         Any homework handed in more than 2 weeks late will not be scored.  For example, if a worksheet is assigned in Week 2 and due Week 3, it will not be accepted after Week 5.

·         If a student is absent due to an illness or family situation, parents should contact me.  Extensions will be given in these circumstances.

Attendance & Tardiness Guidelines

·         If a student will be absent, it helps to let me know, but this is not required.  If a student is missing from class and I haven’t heard from parents, I will contact parents and/or students to see if it is a situation for which homework extensions would be required.

·         If a student is late and arrives to class after we have started the Quick Write, he/she will lose the 5 points from that Quick Write.  If the tardiness is due to an unavoidable family situation, parents should contact me, and those points will not be subtracted. 

Writing 2 Fall Class Policies (2017)

Student’s Initials ______________________                                           Parent’s Initials ______________________   

Writing 2 – 2017/2018

Classroom Policies

Classroom Conduct

·        As we explore the topics in our literature selections and the various aspects of writing, we’ll engage in whole-class and small group discussions.  Be polite and respectful of each other’s time and comments.

·        We only meet once a week and need to make the most of our time.  Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Avoid unrelated and unnecessary conversations and activities that will distract us from learning.  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

Communication

·        Weekly updates that include the material covered and upcoming assignments will be sent to the e-mail addresses that parents submitted when registering for the class.  I will also collect e-mail addresses from students.  I prefer to communicate via e-mail, but can be reached on my cell phone if the concern is urgent.  (507/581-0270)

·        I’m using two other on-line resources: a blog and a document storage site, Dropbox.  Here’s how they will work:

–  Writing 2 – www.chatwriting2.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates.  I’m hoping these entries will serve as a consolidation and reference for our weekly lessons for the semester.  Hopefully we can avoid forgotten assignments or missing e-mails.  If students or parents are unsure about an assignment, they have two places to go to find the information.

–  Google Drive –Most of the handouts will be available on a shared folder in Google Drive either as Word documents or PDF files.  Parents and students will receive an e-mail and be invited to view the “Writing 1” folder.  These documents can be downloaded and printed from home computers.

–  MyGradeBook – www.mygradebook.com. This is an online grade book on which I will enter the grades and scores for completed assignments.  Parents and students can log in to check progress.  Note:  Scores may not be immediately added to the website; feel free to contact me for any questions.

Homework Guidelines

·        Short writing assignments should be handed in at class time when it is due.  Unless arrangements have been made with Mrs. Prichard, any assignments handed in after this time will be considered late.  While a lot of grace and patience will be given for overdue homework, students must show effort and must communicate about any difficulties they are having.  Having a number of late assignments will be reflected in a lower score for the class.

·        Keep on schedule with the reading assignments.  Students who have read the assigned portions will engage more actively, learn more effectively and enjoy more fully the class discussions.

·        Rough drafts must be handed in on time, either in class or via e-mail so that they can be corrected and handed back on time.  If a rough draft does not get handed in, the student will miss out on the opportunity to learn from mistakes.  His/her composition will be graded as a final draft.

·        Final copies of assigned essays should be handed in when due or e-mailed on the Monday after it was assigned.  With special permission, an essay will be given an extension.

·        Extra credit activities will be offered from time to time.  The thrust of these will be mostly “fun and interest.”  Even though the scores will be added to the cumulative scores for the class, they are not a substitute for regular assignments.

Grading Policy

·        Accumulating points is the NOT an important aspect of this class.  My goal is that students grow as learners and writers; this is not always reflected in classroom points.  However, points are a helpful indicator of diligence, improvement, and, to some extent, quality.

·        Points will be given in the following areas:

–  Quick Writes & Vocabulary Builders – 5 pt. /day.  These exercises at the beginning of each class will not be graded for content, but will receive points for participation.

–  Short writing assignments, including lists, grammar exercises, 1 paragraph answers, etc. – points are dependent on the assignment.

–  Extra Credit – 2 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

–  Pre-Writes – 5 points for outlines, mindmaps, and any activity that shows brainstorming and researching.

–  Rough Drafts – 10 points for handing it in on time.

–  Final Essays – 40 pt.  Essays will be graded in four areas:  Focus, Content, Organization, and Mechanics /Grammar.

Writing 2 -- Class Policies

Student’s Initials ______________________                                          
Parent’s Initials ______________________   

Writing 2 – 2016/2017

Classroom Policies

Classroom Conduct

·        As we explore the topics in our literature selections and the various aspects of writing, we’ll engage in whole-class and small group discussions.  Be polite and respectful of each other’s time and comments.

·        We only meet once a week and need to make the most of our time.  Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Avoid unrelated and unnecessary conversations and activities that will distract us from learning.  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

Communication

·        Weekly updates that include the material covered and upcoming assignments will be sent to the e-mail addresses that parents submitted when registering for the class.  I will also collect e-mail addresses from students.  I prefer to communicate via e-mail, but can be reached on my cell phone if the concern is urgent.  (507/581-0270)

·        I’m using two other on-line resources: a blog and a document storage site, Dropbox.  Here’s how they will work:

–  Writing 1 – www.chatwriting1.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates.  I’m hoping these entries will serve as a consolidation and reference for our weekly lessons for the semester.  Hopefully we can avoid forgotten assignments or missing e-mails.  If students or parents are unsure about an assignment, they have two places to go to find the information.

–  Dropbox – www.dropbox.com.  Most of the handouts will be available on the Dropbox website.  Parents and students will receive an e-mail and be invited to view the “Writing 1” folder.  These documents can be downloaded and printed from home computers.

–  MyGradeBook – www.mygradebook.com. This is an online grade book on which I will enter the grades and scores for completed assignments.  Parents and students can log in to check progress.  Note:  Scores may not be immediately added to the website; feel free to contact me for any questions.

Homework Guidelines

·        Short writing assignments should be handed in at class time when it is due.  Unless arrangements have been made with Mrs. Prichard, any assignments handed in after this time will be considered late.  While a lot of grace and patience will be given for overdue homework, students must show effort and must communicate about any difficulties they are having.  Having a number of late assignments will be reflected in a lower score for the class.

·        Keep on schedule with the reading assignments.  Students who have read the assigned portions will engage more actively, learn more effectively and enjoy more fully the class discussions.

·        Rough drafts must be handed in on time, either in class or via e-mail so that they can be corrected and handed back on time.  If a rough draft does not get handed in, the student will miss out on the opportunity to learn from mistakes.  His/her composition will be graded as a final draft.

·        Final copies of assigned essays should be handed in when due or e-mailed on the Monday after it was assigned.  With special permission, an essay will be given an extension.

·        Extra credit activities will be offered from time to time.  The thrust of these will be mostly “fun and interest.”  Even though the scores will be added to the cumulative scores for the class, they are not a substitute for regular assignments.

Grading Policy

·        Accumulating points is the NOT an important aspect of this class.  My goal is that students grow as learners and writers; this is not always reflected in classroom points.  However, points are a helpful indicator of diligence, improvement, and, to some extent, quality.

·        Points will be given in the following areas:

–  Quick Writes & Vocabulary Builders – 5 pt. /day.  These exercises at the beginning of each class will not be graded for content, but will receive points for participation.

–  Short writing assignments, including lists, grammar exercises, 1 paragraph answers, etc. – points are dependent on the assignment.

–  Extra Credit – 2 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

–  Pre-Writes – 5 points for outlines, mindmaps, and any activity that shows brainstorming and researching.

–  Rough Drafts – 10 points for handing it in on time.

–  Final Essays – 40 pt.  Essays will be graded in four areas:  Focus, Content, Organization, and Mechanics /Grammar.

Writing 2 Classroom Policies

Writing 2 – Fall 2015

Classroom Policies

Classroom Conduct

·         As we explore the topics in our literature selections and the various aspects of writing, we’ll engage in whole-class and small group discussions.  Be polite and respectful of each others time and comments.

·         We only meet once a week and need to make the most of our time.  Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Avoid unrelated and unnecessary conversations and activities that will distract us from learning.  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

Communication

·         Weekly updates that include the material covered and upcoming assignments will be sent to the e-mail addresses that parents submitted when registering for the class.  I will also collect e-mail addresses from students.  I prefer to communicate via e-mail, but can be reached on my cell phone if the concern is urgent.  (507/581-0270)

·         I’m using three other on-line resources: a blog and a document storage site, Dropbox.  Here’s how they will work:

–  Writing 1 – www.chatwriting1.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates.  I’m hoping these entries will serve as a consolidation and reference for our weekly lessons for the semester.  Hopefully we can avoid forgotten assignments or missing e-mails.  If students or parents are unsure about an assignment, they have two places to go to find the information.

–  Dropbox – www.dropbox.com.  Most of the handouts will be available on the Dropbox website.  Parents and students will receive an e-mail and be invited to view the “Writing 1” folder.  These documents can be downloaded and printed from home computers.

–  Engrade – www.engrade.com. This is an online grade book on which I will enter the grades and scores for completed assignments.  Parents and students can log in to check progress.  Note:  Scores may not be immediately added to the website; feel free to contact me for any questions.

Homework Guidelines

·         Short writing assignments should be handed in at class time when it is due.  Unless arrangements have been made with Mrs. Prichard, any assignments handed in after this time will be considered late.  While a lot of grace and patience will be given for overdue homework, students must show effort and must communicate about any difficulties they are having.

·         Keep on schedule with the reading assignments.  Students who have read the assigned portions will engage more actively, learn more effectively and enjoy more fully the class discussions.

·         Rough drafts must be handed in on time, either in class or via e-mail so that they can be corrected and handed back on time.  If a rough draft does not get handed in, the student will miss out on the opportunity to learn from mistakes.  His/her composition will be graded as a final draft.

·         Final copies of assigned essays should be handed in when due or e-mailed on the Monday after it was assigned.  With special permission, an essay will be given an extension.

·         Extra credit activities will be offered from time to time.  The thrust of these will be mostly “fun and interest.”  Even though the scores will be added to the cumulative scores for the class, they are not a substitute for regular assignments.

Grading Policy

·         Accumulating points is the NOT an important aspect of this class.  My goal is that students grow as learners and writers; this is not always reflected in classroom points.  However, points are a helpful indicator of diligence, improvement, and, to some extent, quality.

·         Points will be given in the following areas:

–  Participation – 5 pt. /day.  This includes good attitudes, helpful comments in the discussions, respect of others.

–  Quick Writes & Vocabulary Builders – 5 pt. /day.  These exercises at the beginning of each class will not be graded for content, but will receive points for participation.

–  Short writing assignments, including lists, grammar exercises, 1 paragraph answers, etc. – points are dependent on the assignment.

–  Extra Credit – 2 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

–  Pre-Writes – 5 points for outlines, mindmaps, and any activity that shows brainstorming and researching.

–  Rough Drafts – 10 points for handing it in on time.

–  Final Essays – 40 pt.  Essays will be graded in four areas:  Focus, Content, Organization, and Mechanics /Grammar.

Classroom Policies

Writing 2 – Fall 2013

Classroom Policies

Classroom Conduct

·        As we explore the topics in our literature selections and the various aspects of writing, we’ll engage in whole-class and small group discussions.  Be polite and respectful of each others time and comments.

·        We only meet once a week and need to make the most of our time.  Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Avoid unrelated and unnecessary conversations and activities that will distract us from learning.  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

Communication

·        Weekly updates that include the material covered and upcoming assignments will be sent to the e-mail addresses that parents submitted when registering for the class.  I will also collect e-mail addresses from students.  I prefer to communicate via e-mail, but can be reached on my cell phone if the concern is urgent.  (507/581-0270)

·        I’m using two other on-line resources: a blog and a document storage site, Dropbox.  Here’s how they will work:

–  Writing 2 – www.chatwriting2.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates.  I’m hoping these entries will serve as a consolidation and reference for our weekly lessons for the semester.  Hopefully we can avoid forgotten assignments or missing e-mails.

–  Dropbox – www.dropbox.com.  Most of the handouts will be available on the Dropbox website.  Parents and students will receive an e-mail and be invited to view the “Writing 2” folder.  These documents can be downloaded and printed from home computers.

Homework Guidelines

·        Short writing assignments should be handed in when due, or e-mailed by midnight within 4 days of the date on which it was due.  They will also be accepted after that but with a reduction in score.

·        Keep on schedule with the reading assignments.  Students who have read the assigned portions will engage more actively, learn more effectively and enjoy more fully the class discussions.

·        Rough drafts must be handed in on time, either in class or via e-mail so that they can be corrected and handed back on time.  If a rough draft does not get handed in, the student will miss out on the opportunity to learn from mistakes.  His/her composition will be graded as a final draft.

·        Final copies of assigned essays are due at class time or by midnight of that day.  With special permission, an essay will be given an extension of up to 4 days.  Papers handed in later will receive a reduction in score.

·        Extra credit activities will be offered from time to time.  The thrust of these will be mostly “fun and interest.”  Even though the scores will be added to the cumulative scores for the class, they are not a substitute for regular assignments.

Grading Policy

·        Accumulating points is the NOT an important aspect of this class.  My goal is that students grow as learners and writers; this is not always reflected in classroom points.  However, points are a helpful indicator of diligence, improvement, and, to some extent, quality.

·        Points will be given in the following areas:

– Attendance – 1 pt. /day (However, if a student is sick or excused, adjustments will be made.)

– Participation – 5 pt. /day.  This includes good attitudes, helpful comments in the discussions, respect of others.

– Quick Writes & Vocabulary Builders – 2 pt. /day.  These exercises at the beginning of each class will not be graded for content, but will receive points for participation.

– Short writing assignments, including lists, grammar exercises, 1 paragraph answers, etc. – 5 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

– Extra Credit – 2 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

– Rough Drafts – 10 points for handing it in on time.

– Final Essays – 15 – 45 pt., depending on the specific assignment.  Essays will be graded in three areas:  Content, Organization, and Mechanics /Grammar.

CHAT Procedures

CHAT Discipline Policy

The basis for discipline at CHAT is that we are all working towards instruction in behavior that honors the Lord and respects other people and their possessions. We retain the right to discipline a person for involvement in a situation or possession of an item that has not been previously mentioned. The discipline procedure used will depend on the perceived severity of the offense.

CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR INFRACTIONS DISCIPLINE PROCEDURE
1st offense: Step 1: The student will be reminded of the tutor’s classroom expectations. (The student will be separated from the other students immediately, if deemed necessary.)

Step 2: The tutor will notify the parent of the inappropriate behavior at the end of the day by e-mail.

2nd offense: Step 1: The student will be sent to the on-site administrator for the remainder of the period.

Step 2: The tutor will notify the parent of the inappropriate behavior at the end of the day by e-mail.

Step 3: The parent needs to respond by e-mail or by phone, to the tutor or on-site administrator, that they are aware of the concern and have discussed appropriate behavior with their student and are willing to make restitution or apologies if requested.

3rd offense: Step 1: The student will be sent to the on-site administrator for the remainder of the period.

Step 2: The tutor will notify the parent of the inappropriate behavior at the end of the day by e-mail.

Step 3: A conference will be required with the parents, student, tutor, and CHAT directors, to determine the intentions of the student and whether or not that student will be allowed to continue attending CHAT.

Note: It is possible for a student to receive his 1st and 2nd offenses during the same class period.

MAJOR INFRACTION PROCEDURE
(Bodily Contact, Dress Code, Music & Video, Pets, Physical Surrounding, Student Drivers, Verbal, and Open Campus)

1st offense: The student will be notified immediately and the parent as soon as possible.

2nd offense: The parents will be called to pick up the student. The student will be expected to leave the premises with their parent for the remainder of the day.

3rd offense: The student will be expelled from all classes for the semester WITHOUT REFUND.

Writing 2 Classroom Policies

Writing 2

Classroom Policies

Classroom Conduct

·        As we explore the topics in our literature selections and the various aspects of writing, we’ll engage in whole-class and small group discussions.  Be polite and respectful of each others time and comments.

·        We only meet once a week and need to make the most of our time.  Come to class prepared and with the appropriate materials (books, notebook, pens, etc.).  Avoid unrelated and unnecessary conversations and activities that will distract us from learning.  Turn off ALL electronic devices.  (They may be confiscated until the end of the CHAT school day.)

Communication

·        Weekly updates that include the material covered and upcoming assignments will be sent to the e-mail addresses that parents submitted when registering for the class.  I will also collect e-mail addresses from students.  I prefer to communicate via e-mail, but can be reached on my cell phone if the concern is urgent.  (507/581-0270)

·        I’m using two other on-line resources: a blog and a document storage site, Dropbox.  Here’s how they will work:

–       Writing 2 – www.chatwriting2.blogspot.com.  The blog entries will contain the same information from the e-mail updates.  I’m hoping these entries will serve as a consolidation and reference for our weekly lessons for the semester.  Hopefully we can avoid forgotten assignments or missing e-mails.

–       Dropbox – www.dropbox.com.  Most of the handouts will be available on the Dropbox website.  Parents and students will receive an e-mail and be invited to view the “Writing 2” folder.  These documents can be downloaded and printed from home computers.

Homework Guidelines

·        Short writing assignments should be hand in when due, or e-mailed by midnight on the date on which they were due.  They will also be accepted the next week but with a reduction in score.

·        Keep on schedule with the reading assignments.  Students who have read the assigned portions will engage more actively, learn more effectively and enjoy more fully the class discussions.

·        Rough drafts must be handed in on time, either in class or via e-mail so that they can be corrected and handed back on time.  If a rough draft does not get handed in, the student will miss out on the opportunity to learn from mistakes.  His/her composition will be graded as a final draft.

·        Final copies of assigned essays are due at class time or by midnight of that day.  With special permission, an essay will be given an extension until midnight on the Saturday following the due date.  Papers handed in later will receive a reduction in score.

·        Extra credit activities will be offered from time to time.  The thrust of these will be mostly “fun and interest.”  Even though the scores will be added to the cumulative scores for the class, they are not a substitute for regular assignments.

Grading Policy

·        Accumulating points is the NOT an important aspect of this class.  My goal is that students grow as learners and writers; this is not always reflected in classroom points.  However, points are a helpful indicator of diligence, improvement, and, to some extent, quality.

·        Points will be given in the following areas:

–  Attendance – 1 pt. /day (However, if a student is sick or excused, adjustments will be made.)

–  Participation – 5 pt. /day.  This includes good attitudes, helpful comments in the discussions, respect of others.

–  Quick Writes & Vocabulary Builders – 2 pt. /day.  These exercises at the beginning of each class will not be graded for content, but will receive points for participation.

–  Short writing assignments, including lists, grammar exercises, 1 paragraph answers, etc. – 5 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

–  Extra Credit – 2 – 10 pt. each, depending on the assignment.

–  Rough Drafts – 10 points for handing it in on time.

–  Final Essays – 15 – 45 pt., depending on the specific assignment.  Essays will be graded in three areas:  Content, Organization, and Mechanics /Grammar.