1. Classroom Expectations Social Sciences Mrs. Ross

2. Student Behaviors: Accountability Be prompt  Be ready to learn when class begins  Arrive on time and in your seat by the time the bell rings Be prepared  Have materials with you and know due dates  Check amundsenhs.org for work missed Be a polite and positive participant  Speak in a normal tone of voice, and listen attentively  Language is to be academic at all times Be productive  Turn in work on time, and always do your best  Late work is penalized by time delay periods Be a problem solver  Correct problems quickly and peacefully before they escalate

3. Show Respect: Honorable Value yourself. Be honest and ethical, and practice strong moral values in class Treat all members of the school community and all visitors with politeness and respect Honor the ideas and opinions of others Offer to help Be responsible with property and belongings Work, don’t copy, to learn

4. Responsibility for Coursework: Scholarly Bring binder, planner, and appropriate writing tools to class and arrive with them Know due dates, and submit all coursework on time All assignments are posted on the AHS Web site and in Section 1 on Item 3 of your binder Follow directions and ask for clarification or help as soon as you become aware you need it

5. Promote Lifelong Learning You can develop lifelong learning traits:  By showing curiosity about human nature and how the world works  By seeking and valuing diversity  By persisting in seeking out new solutions  By using your unique talents and intelligence to promote positive change  By learning and applying technology tools to solve problems  Cooperating and collaborating with your peers

6. Policies Food and beverages are not allowed in the classroom at anytime Please be in your seat when the bell rings, as class begins at that time. Major assignments and projects can be resubmitted. They will be scored at a 10% deduction. Absences  Ask team members or a classmate first for assignments or check the site  Each absence has a one-day grace period for late work  Tests can be made up at 7 am following an absence

7. Grading Grades are based on the accumulation of points in each category Points are based on:  Class participation (effort)  Completion of assignments  Major projects  Exams  Self-reflection in your binder Grades are posted online in Student Portal and updated every week Our Grading Scale 90-100% = A 80-89% = B 70-79% = C 60-69% = D Below 60% = F Grades are calculated on cumulative percentage and are rounded up whenever possible.

8. My Pledge to Students I will trust you until you give me reason to do otherwise. I will respect you and work with you to solve problems. I will promptly correct and offer feedback on your work. I will work with you to meet learning goals. I will offer extra help and alternative assessments should you require them. I will act with integrity and honesty. I will have high expectations for you and for myself.

9. My Expectations of You Participate in a positive way Respect my feelings and values Act like a person wanting to achieve to the utmost ability Be honest and responsible for your own actions Treat all persons as you wish for yourself at all times Try to understand the needs of others for an environment that is safe for all Demonstrate appropriate behaviors for the classroom everyday and at all times