English 3 Honors Engineering Academy Mrs. Hopkins Classroom Procedures…

English 3 Honors Mrs. Hopkins Bathroom Policy You may not go during instruction. Sign out and in on the whiteboard by the door; erase upon return. NO you may not use the restroom at the beginning of class. Manage your time wisely.

English 3 Honors Mrs. Hopkins Procedures for Tardy Students During 1 st period all tardy students should be directed to the cafeteria. Periods 2-7 students should be directed to the In-school suspension room (8-104) for the remainder of the class period.

Classroom Syllabus and Other Paperwork Syllabus (white sheet) Student AND Parent Syllabus Acknowledgement (pink sheet) Academic Integrity Policy (green sheet)

Supplies That are Provided for You…

Supplies You will Need to Supply 3 Duo Tang folders; those with pockets and 3 prongs (2 are to be kept in class) 1 Composition notebook for THIS class ONLY Black or blue pens, for writing ONLY (Assignments in other colors or in pencil will NOT be accepted) Colored pens for annotating and editing Pencils for planning and drafts Multi-colored highlighters Flash Drive/USB Access to a computer and the internet

Mrs. Hopkins English 3 Honors Engineering Academy Donated books for classroom library Copy paper Tissues Markers Colored pencils Or any extras of the things on the supply list

An Important Word About Computer, Printer, and Internet Access You will need access to a computer, a printer, and the internet throughout this entire course. Please plan ahead for disasters (For example… I ran out of ink, I didn’t have access to a computer, my internet is down, etc.) It is YOUR responsibility to be sure assignments are in on time and meet the required criteria. Excuses will not be considered.

Mrs. Hopkins English 3 Honors Engineering Academy If you are absent, check the website for missing assignment. THEN, if you have questions, ask me…

Mrs. Hopkins English 3 Honors Engineering Academy If you are absent, check the website for missing assignment. THEN, if you have questions, ask me…

Mrs. Hopkins English 3 Honors Engineering Academy If you are absent, check the website for missing assignment. THEN, if you have questions, ask me…

Grading Scale What does my grade mean? A *I understand! *Neat and complete! *Excellent Effort! B80-89 I mostly understand Mostly neat and complete Good effort C79-70 I understand some Not all complete or neat May not be my best effort I need to ask more questions D69-60 I do not understand I need to ask for help May not be neat or complete F59 and Below I do not understand I need to ask for help Not my best effort Not neat or complete

English 3 Honors Engineering Academy

How to be SUCCESSFUL in this Classroom ☺ Participate in class discussion at appropriate times (not when another is speaking) ☺ Turn work in ON TIME and to the appropriate place ☺ Maintain a conscientious, non- disruptive, positive attitude when approaching subjects ☺ Be mentally and physically available to learn ☺ Arrive to class on time and prepared with the materials needed every day ☺ Keep your hands and objects to yourself and use appropriate language ☺ Be respectful of everyone

Be HERE Every Day and Be HERE Every Day! Introduce yourself to your partner. “Hi! I am ________.” Write their name at the top of the sticky note. Record what you see on your sticky note (write small, you need to make lots of observations). Leave your sticky on the board before you go. Susie Heath Bit her lip, grabbed sides of head and pulled her hair, put left hand under her chin and closed eyes, put her head down on her arms, on the table, moaned, “what am I going to do?! stared off into the distance, one tear trickled down her cheek

Be Here! Is it obvious when someone is using their brain? Are we all the same? What does it look like when someone is zoned out and not on-task? Show me. Be aware that I just took notes…

Who is in your class? Find your number and write your name at the top of the box. What is one thing about you that will help people remember you? Write this in the box.

Who is in your class? Meet your partner and introduce yourself. Now you and your partner will join another pair to make a group of 4. YOU will introduce your partner to the other group.

Who is in your class? As each person is being introduced, write their name in their box number and how to remember them. When everyone is finished, practice remembering everyone’s name WITHOUT looking at the sheet

You Will Be Introducing Your Partner Speaking Rubric

A Character Sketch of YOU! Due Monday, 8/31/15 Create Your Own Avatar – An icon or figure representing you, your traits, and your personality. The avatar must be printed or drawn. The avatar must not be smaller than 5 inches tall and no bigger than 10 inches tall. 3 Pts. The avatar must be cut out (see my example). 3 Pts. The avatar must CLEARLY portray – A resemblance to you with your name added 3 Pts., – One thing about your personality (facial expressions, gestures, clothing, etc.) 3 Pts., – And at least one character trait (cheerful, studious, generous, etc.) 3 Pts.. 15 Point Formative DUE Monday, 8/31. Click Mrs. Hopkins’s avatar to visit one of the websites available. Mrs. Hopkins

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