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Grading:  The standard grading scale is found in the JM handbook.  All grades will be given a point value.  The quarter grade will be based on a percentage of all points earned verses total points possible.

⇒Grading for the quarter will be determined as follows:
        Tests & Quizzes              50% (approximately 4-5per qtr.)
        Assignments/Projects    40% (approximately 3-4 homework assignments per week; daily classwork; 1-2 projects per qtr.---all                                                                        range from 10- 100 points)
        Participation                    10% (lose 5 points per tardy after 3 tardies per qtr.)
⇒Grading for the Semester will be determined as follows:      
        each quarter                    40%                                   
        semester final                  20%


Announcements
Powerschool: Grades will be updated by the 15th and 30th of each month.
Codes used for my classes:
Redo: assignment has been turned in but not done correctly
              Ab: absent (scores as “0” until assignment is turned in)
              Ch: cheating (scores as “0”)
              NHI: not handed in
              S: suspended (scores as “0”)
              EX: exempt (does not count against student)
              ( ): grade is not recored yet

Student Notes
Classroom Expectations:
Respect and Responsibility: I expect everyone to treat each other as you would want to be  treated.  It is    important to maintain a           Christian environment so that we can all learn together.

Attendance and absent work: Attendance is important to be able to get the most out of this class.  According to JM policy, after six unexcused absences, a student will not receive a grade for that quarter.  When students return to school after an excused absence, it is their responsibility to find out what has been missed and to get the assignment(s).  Students will be allowed two make up days for each day absent.  All work the students were to have handed in when they were absent is due upon their return.  If a student misses any tests/ quizzes while absent, it is their responsibility to set up a time to make it up.  If a make- up is not taken within five days of returning to school, a zero will be recorded.

Tardy policy:  More than 3 tardies to class within a quarter will result in a reduction to the participation    portion of your grade and detention.  A Super Tardy counts as 2 tardies.

Late work: Late work will be accepted for 10% off per day for 10 days.

Cheating: Cheating is dishonest and unacceptable.  Any student who cheats on an assignment or  test will earn    a 0%.  In addition, the dean’s office may take disciplinary action.

Personal Technology: Cell phones, ipods, and other technology are not permitted in class and will be confiscated if seen. If you are using any unnecessary technology in class it will be confiscated. 

Extra Help: Any questions or concerns that you have should be brought to my attention.  I am here to     aid you in becoming a successful learner in life.  I want to help each of you as much as possible.  Please drop in or feel free to make an appointment with me.