Classroom Expectations

1. Classroom Expectations Mr. Novak

2. Student Behaviors • Be prompt • Be ready to learn when class begins. • Be prepared • Have materials with you and know due dates. • Be a polite and positive participant • Speak in a normal tone of voice, and listen attentively. • Be productive • Turn in work on time, and always do your best. • Be a problem solver • Correct problems quickly and peacefully before they escalate.

3. Show Respect • Value yourself. Be honest and ethical, and practice strong moral values. • 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.

4. Responsibility for Coursework • Bring folder, textbook, tools, and appropriate writing utensils to class. • Know due dates, and submit all coursework on time. • All assignments are posted on the class Web site.

5. 10 out of 10 • You can count on me to be prepared and excited about class 10 out of 10 days. • You can count on me to treat you with respect and offer all the assistance I can 10 out of 10 days. • I need to count on you to give me your full effort and follow all the expectations 10 days out of 10.

6. 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.

7. Policies • Get all necessary items/tools before the bell rings • Please be in your seat when the bell rings, as class begins at that time. This is the time when you should be working on the start-up problems. • Major assignments and projects can be resubmitted. They will be scored at a 5% deduction per day late (up to 30%); or ½ credit can be earned back on resubmissions. • Absences • Check the class website or ask another student for the absent work. • Each absence has a one-day grace period.

8. Grading • Grades are based on the accumulation of points. • Points are based on: • Classwork and Organization • Assessments (indicators of daily work) • Major projects and exams • Grades are available on StudentVUE.

9. 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 targets. • I will offer extra help and alternative assessments should you require them.

10. What type of student are you? Front Hobbies Most vivid I learn best Interests memory… by _______, Music so when you teach me please ____. Everyone in Mr. Novak’s class completes a note card bio as displayed. This is due tomorrow. Back History: _____ -> _____ -> _____-> ______ Future: _____ o _____ o ______ o ______

11. Fun – Who said this? “I’ve been rollin’ sweet, I’m smokin’ sour. Married to the game, but she broke her vows. That’s why my bars are full of broken bottles, and my nightstand is full of open bibles.” • - Lil Wayne • “No Love” by Eminem ft. Lil Wayne

12. Fun – Who said this? “Get a good look bro, get a good gander. I’m made in Detroit, but name ain’tStanzer. Spreadin’ like a cancer, a virus; while you’re lookin really bad like (expletive) Billy Ray Cyrus. I’m the highest MC of all time; Got my mind on the D and the D on my mind.” - Kid Rock “Early Morning Stoned Pimp” by Kid Rock

13. Fun – Who said this? “Well I was cuttin’ a rug down at a place called Judd’s with a girl name Linda Lou. When in walked a man with a gun in his hand and he was lookin’ for you know who.” - Ronnie Van Zant “Gimme Three Steps” by Lynyrd Skynyrd

14. Fun – Who said this? “I painted your room at midnight, so I would know that yesterday was over. I put all your books on the top shelf; even the one with the four-leaf clover… Man I’m getting older…” - Brent Smith “The Crow and the Butterfly” by Shinedown