Mrs. Newport – 7th Grade Texas History Parent and Student Acknowledgment Form 2015-2016

Please initial the following policies and expectations as you read them together and return back signed Student’s Parent’s Initials Initials Policies and Expectations 7th Grade Classroom Rules:  Be prepared. Bring all materials to every class time (Social Studies composition notebook, AVID Binder, homework, etc.)  Come to class on time, be seated, follow procedures, and be ready to learn  Follow dress code rules as indicated on the school handbook: ID’s must be worn  Food, beverages and GUM are not allowed  Stay on task, participate 100% and do not disturb others  Respect everyone – no vulgar language, bullying, harassment, violence  Understand the teacher dismisses you and NOT the bell  Respect other peoples differences, opinions, cultures, languages and belongings  ALL electronics must be off during school/tutoring hours.  Complete all assignments on time and take pride in your work  Respect all property – no vandalizing or stealing of any sort Consequences: 1st Offense: Teacher/student reflective conference along with parent contact 2nd Offense: Lunch Detention along with parent, student, teacher conference 3rd Offense: Immediate Office Referral/Breach of Class Contract Severe Disruption or threatening conduct will be an automatic office referral. Positive Reinforcements: Verbal praise, Positive phone call home, Positive note home and ability to participate in recreational school activities. (e.g. dances, pep rallies, sports) Homework Schedule: Monday = Math and Social Studies Thursday = Social Studies and Science Make Up Work Policy: If a student is absent he/she is responsible for making up work according to the school policy for an EXCUSED absence. Students may see teacher before class, after class and/or afterschool on the date of their return to school. Students are given 2 days to complete the missed assignments for each day of absence. Late Work Policy or Failed Assignments: Per district policy, students are given the opportunity to re-do an assignment and/or exam should they receive a failing grade or a zero. They have 5 school days upon notification of the failing grade to re-do the assignment. Tardy Policy: Students are tardy if he/she is not in the designated classroom when the tardy bell rings. Parent contact will be made after each tardy. On the 4th tardy, a discipline referral must be sent to the office Progress Reports: Every 3 weeks students will receive progress reports. Student’s will need to return their progress reports back to their advisory teacher and signed by their parent/guardian SPC Rafael Hernando Middle School Websites: Students and parents will use school website and Edmodo for classroom information and as an extra avenue.

We have read through the information packet and we understand what is expected.

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