Miss Dickie

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Classroom Expectations

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Technology

Technology is integrated in the form of Google Classroom, the SmartBoard usage, videos, films, application exercises, and the social studies online textbook with resources for students.  Students will be exposed to the online textbook that corresponds with their book during class. However, students are encouraged to use this excellent resource outside of class for reviewing and test preparations.

 

Students can use the audio from the social studies online text to have it read to them, with games and visuals available to enhance understanding.  Students will be given a username and password at the start of the school year to access required materials.  Students will not be expected to complete assignments on their online social studies account at this time.  

 

*OLOF is proud to offer a 1-to-1 student Chromebook initiative for grades 6-8.  Student Google Classroom assignments are integrated when/where applicable.  Students are still expected to submit hard copy and digital copies of assignments and projects to assess and monitor progress.  Chromebook usage must be in compliance with teacher instruction and OLOF technology and Student Code of Conduct (Technology Addendum) as outlined in the handbook and agreement forms for students and parents.  Technology not used in accordance with school,classroom, and Diocesan Memo of Understanding policies will result in school discipline.  Teachers and Administration of OLOF have the discretion to take away Chromebook privileges at any time.*  

 

Homework

Homework is provided to reinforce the concepts students learned that day.  Homework will be given regularly, but not necessarily daily. Most assignments begin in class with guidance available and then students are asked to complete the rest for homework.  Students are given class time and opportunities to work with partners unless otherwise stated.  All homework and important assignment dates are reviewed and will be listed on the board to allow students to understand what is expected of them in advance.  Students must write their assignments in the planners given to them by the school or one personally purchased.  

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 **Please check planners daily.**  Homework is not listed on my teacher webpage, but on the board daily, and is the responsibility of the students to keep track of each class day.  Students are encouraged to speak with the teacher as soon as possible if they have questions or concerns about specific assignments.

 

Missed/late/incomplete assignments will hinder a student’s grades.  Students will not receive full credit for missed/late/incomplete assignments.  Students are graded for homework completion, but not correctness, unless stated otherwise for specific assignments or longer assignments.  Homework assigned is reviewed during the next class to enhance understanding and clarify ideas. Students will only receive homework credit for all items of completed work attempted and submitted on-time, with the assigned expectations met.  Partial credit for some homework done will not be given. Homework is generally worth 3 points when assigned, unless otherwise stated for longer assignments.    Study guides are worth more credit and students are given additional class time/day(s) to complete. Incomplete study guides for review day result in staying in from recess to review concepts prior to the test day.  Students should make every attempt to complete all aspects of the assigned study guide.  

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Students must make every attempt to try and complete their work in a timely manner.  Please use planners to stay organized with classroom assignments and expectations.  Students are encouraged to check OptionC regularly to monitor their own grades and make-up work.  

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Please check the OLOF Parent Handbook for school policy on extended absences and requesting assignments due to sickness.    
 

 

Classroom Rules

1. -Listen carefully & Follow directions

2. -Work quietly

3. -All tasks & work completed on-time

4. -Raise your hand and wait to be called on

5. -Keep the classroom neat and clean

6. -Act with respect

Grades 6th-8th Consequence of Behavior

Consequence of poor classroom behavior are in accordance with the school policies and expectations of students.  

1. Verbal warning to student

2. Lunch detention given to student

3. Lunch detention & parent notification

4. After-school detention & parent notification

5. More than 5 discipline violations will result in an after-school detention 

 

*Serious misconduct will require immediate parent and principal communication.*​

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