1. Mr. Lindsey Foundations of Algebra Room 105
Welcome!

2. Student Name _______________
Calculator #:_________
Pd. _____
Student Name _______________
Parent Signature:
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I have read the class policies for
Mr. Lindsey’s Foundations of Algebra class.
(HW pass for returning this by 8/19/16)
AFTER IT IS CHECKED, THIS PAGE MUST REMAIN IN THE FRONT OF YOUR BINDER!

3. Tardy Policy:
A student that is not inside his/her classroom with all their materials when the bell rings, is considered tardy.  A student is expected to be in class and ready to begin work at the beginning of each instructional period.  
1st Tardy – Verbal Warning
2nd Tardy - Teacher Detention and Parent Notification
3rd Tardy – Office Referral and 1 period of ISS
4th Tardy – Office Referral and 1 period of ISS
5th Tardy – Office Referral and 1 day of ISS
6th Tardy – Office Referral and 1 day of ISS
Each succeeding tardy will result in one day of OSS.

4. Electronics/Cellphones Approved devices can be used in schools as an assistive technology tool, but must be in the “off” position and not be displayed for use during the school day from bell to bell, unless otherwise specifically allowed by a staff member for a specific instructional purpose. Student devices are allowed under the direct supervision of school faculty and staff for guided instructional purposes.
1st Offense
2nd Offense
3rd Offense
Confiscation
Parent/legal guardian pick-up
Notify Parent/legal guardian conference
Parent/legal guardian pick-up after seven calendar days
1 day ISS (Elementary will have time out in an alternate location.)
Parent/legal guardian pick-up after 14 calendar days
1 day OSS

5. Course Materials: Binders
3-ring notebook/dividers, paper, pencil, pen or colored pencil, CALCULATOR, other materials as needed
Binders
Students will be required to keep a separate binder with dividers for this class. Periodically throughout the semester, teachers will check for binder organization and will also give assessments to ensure students are using their binders and keeping up with class materials.
Binder sections: Classwork (in order by date)
Notes (in order by date)
Homework (in order by date)
Quizzes (in order by date), Paper/graph paper

6. Class Rules Consequences for Unacceptable Behavior
Follow all class, school and county rules.
Be on time and prepared for class.
Pencils: sharpen before class!
Restroom: 2 passes per quarter
Stay awake and participate! You may stand up in the back if you do not cause disruptions.
No eating or drinking (clear WATER bottles with lids ok)
Consequences for Unacceptable Behavior
Warning (serious infractions will not receive warning.)
Phone call or to parent
20 minute after school detention and parent contact.
Referral to Office.

7. Classroom Procedures Homework Bellwork Homework check
Question/answer time
Quiz/test when applicable
Lesson
Work on assignment
End of class Quiz, Exit Ticket, and or Discussion
Homework
Pencil is the preferred writing utensil
You must show work on assignments (no work no credit)
Work is to be completed before you come to class
Grade based on the number of problems completed.
Homework may be assigned daily (including weekends) and grades will be recorded.

8. Grades each quarter: 40% Tests(must use pencil)/Projects
30% Quizzes(open notes)
15% Classwork: Bellwork, in class assignments, notes,
binder check
15% Homework (graded based on attempt and completion)
FINAL EXAM 10% of overall average
If absent, a grade of 0 will be entered into gradebook. 5 days to make up work and replace the 0.
Tests/quizzes must be made up in class the next day, at lunch, or after school. If made up in class, the student is responsible for the notes/work missed while making up test/quiz.
HW 1 day late is half credit. No credit after that.

9. EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES: Any student with 10 COMPLETE (100%) assignments will get a homework pass (if they bring it to my attention).
Students who score an A on a test/quiz or who improve their previous test/quiz score by 10 points (before 3 point bonus is added) will receive a homework pass.
MLA Heading on all quizzes/tests for 3 points!
Online Practice: Google search any topic and you will find videos and extra practice. Your textbook website is: website: Username: Password: algebra1

10. EXTRA CREDIT!!! (3 pt pass) me TODAY to give me your school address. My is Subject: Your name, pd Body: Whether or not you have internet access
EXTRA CREDIT! (3 pt pass) Ask your parent to me. Subject: parent of (student name, pd) Body: Phone number (home, cell, work) Questions, concerns, comments for Mr. Lindsey is the easiest form of contact for me. I will respond to your concerns/questions within 24 hours (during the week).

11. I will be available on Wednesday’s from 3:45-4:30 for extra help
I will be available on Wednesday’s from 3:45-4:30 for extra help. All other days by appointment. Learning lunch will be in Room 125 during all 3 lunches. Get a pass from your teacher!

12. What does a homework pass do
What does a homework pass do? It allows you one extra day to turn in work without a late penalty or It allows you to convert 1 “0” to a “50” Note: Lost passes will not be replaced.