Welcome Back!!

1. Ms. Zepp 2014-2015 Welcome Back!!

2. Answer these questions on the note card.Don’t write your name. • How many siblings do you have? • Which color represents who you are? • Do you have a job? What is it? • Describe what you would choose for your final meal? • What is unique about you? • What have you read, seen or done lately that had an impact on you?

3. Classroom Expectations • Only friendly, positive & supportive behavior and actions are allowed in our classroom. You are to be respectful to all classroom members. • Understand that you are accountable for your actions. Please behave like a responsible young adult. If you are asked to do or not do something by the teacher, you are expected to comply with respect. •  Please cultivate responsible behavior. Keep your notebook organized, complete all assignments diligently and quietly and come to class fully prepared to participate.

4.  Be exceptional! Do everything to the best of your ability. Strive to be creative and to push yourself. The more engaged you are, the better your grade will be in the class and the more you will get out of the course. •  Cell phones are not allowed to be used or visible in our classroom unless specifically instructed otherwise. This includes using a cell phone as a music playing device. •  Drinks are allowed, but need to be in a container with a lid. • Food is not allowed in our classroom. Unfortunately, if you are eating in class, you will be asked to throw your food away.

5. If you miss a class, it is your responsibility to see me (before or after class) to discuss makeup work assignments and time frames. Please remember that you cannot pass the class with 10 or more absences. •  All classroom materials, furniture and property are to be treated with respect.  Books always go neatly back on the shelf in the proper order. •  Keep your hands to yourself. Horseplay and intentionally harmful behavior are treated the same way.

6. We are in English class to strengthen our writing and critical thinking skills, not to practice our social skills. You are expected to keep conversations not relevant to class, outside of the classroom. Transitions between activities are to be done quickly and quietly and unless otherwise stated, you are not invited to communicate with your neighbors. •  Guests in our classroom are always treated with the utmost respect. Please remain quiet during any announcements or when the phone rings.

7. Questions? • Website http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Domain/9763 • Specific class information • Materials needed • Student Information Sheet • Parent Letter • First Assignment: Who are you?http://www.glogster.com/kmzepp/me-in-context-a-cultural-self-portrait/g-6ln212g0c7iosn3vb3684a0