American Government Expectations

American Government
Expectations:
-Be to class ON TIME!
-Have material read and Homework Completed
-Be an active participant

Classroom Rules:
1. Do your Best
2. Do what's Right
3. Treat others like you want to be treated
4. If it’s in the handbook it applies in the classroom.

Homework and In-class work:
All homework is due at the beginning of the next class period unless told differently. You will be expected to turn in all homework on the day it is due. Late homework WILL NOT be accepted! If you are absent and it is excused, it is YOUR responsibility to get your missing assignments from the teacher. The number of days you were absent are the number of days you have to complete the assignment and turn it in to me.

Test and Quizzes:
Quizzes will be given periodically in this class. Some you will know about and some you will not. A test will be given at the end of each unit and you will receive plenty of notification before. If you are absent on a test day and it is excused, you will take the test on the day you return. If your absence is unexcused you will not be able to retake the test!

Unexcused Absences and Tardies
Any unexcused absence will result in a detention and a zero for the missed work. Tardies will also be counted on a regular basis; see handbook for tardy rules. The detention times are 3:00-4:00 after school and 7:00-7:45 before school.




Grading:
93% - 100% = A 73% - 76% = C Total Points!
90% - 92% = A- 70% - 72% = C-
87% - 89% = B+ 67% - 69% = D+
83% - 86% = B 63% - 66% = D
80% - 82% = B- 60% - 62% = D-
77% - 79% = C+ Below 60% = F

Binder/Folder:
At the end of each marking period you can earn points by keeping a WELL ORGANIZED binder/folder with all the notes/worksheets/ assignments etc. that we do in the class. Points will be given based on the organization and neatness of your organizational folder.

Extra Help:
If you need extra help on any assignments, tests, or projects PLEASE come and find me. I am usually at school between 6:30 and 7:00 and stay until around 3:00. If these times do not work with you let me know and we will set up a time we can meet. You can also contact me through e-mail anytime. If you need help it is your responsibility to come and ask for it!


Contact Info:
Please feel free to contact me by phone or email if you have any questions throughout the semester.

Phone: 616-254-6421
Email: eposthumus@gpsk12.net

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We have looked over the Classroom Procedures and other important information about American Government and discussed it together. We are signing the document to acknowledge that we have reviewed the information and understand the expectations. If you have any questions or concerns please call 254-6421 or email eposthumus@gpsk12.net.

Parent signature X_____________________________________

As the student, I agree to abide by the classroom procedures and be a positive member of our classroom.

Student signature X___________________