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EHS 2011-2012. Goals. Increase motivation and focus of academic achievement Provide a time for homework, make-up tests/quizzes/missing homework, and studying for upcoming tests Allow students to receive extra assistance from teachers Increase student outcomes on ACT, PLAN, & EXPLORE.
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Goals • Increase motivation and focus of academic achievement • Provide a time for homework, make-up tests/quizzes/missing homework, and studying for upcoming tests • Allow students to receive extra assistance from teachers • Increase student outcomes on ACT, PLAN, & EXPLORE
Rules & Expectations • Take responsibility for your own learning (seek help when needed!) • Follow ALL rules outlined in Student Handbook and Learning Lab (L.L.) Handbook • Available on the Student Storage (Z) drive & on Mrs. Pilgrim’s website • Work Quietly and productively • Respect each other’s right to learn • Be grateful for the assistance you receive from teachers (test prep, class help, etc.)
Rules & Expectations • Go to the bathroom and use drinking fountain before L.L. • Obtain passes to see any teacher BEFORE L.L. – you must have a pass to leave your L.L. for ANY reason • This includes visiting with College Representatives • Bring everything you need – there are no locker passes ever. • Refrain from eating or drinking during LL (unless in Honors Study Hall) • No cell phones or MP3 players (unless in Honors Study Hall)
What to Bring: • Text Books • Laptop • Writing tools & notebook paper • Planner – for organization and passes • A book for silent reading • Any other necessary materials to complete assignments (calculator, construction paper, scissors, glue, colored pencils, markers, etc.)
What to Do: • Work on homework • Seek assistance from teachers (must get pass before Learning Lab) • Write stories, essays, papers, etc. • Make up any missing assignments, quizzes, tests, etc. • Get organized (planner, binder, etc.) • Read books • Check school/teacher webpages for changes or updates. • Study for quizzes/tests • Attend Test prep classes as scheduled • Attend an organizational meeting, if eligible • Cannot have a F in any class that week to attend • Check with your L.L. teacher regarding eligibility
How Learning Lab room assignments work after the first 4 weeks: • Grades are evaluated every midterm • Students with all A’s & B’s AND have no disciplinary violations have privilege of being in Honors Study Hall • Students with C’s, D’s & F’s and/or students who have disciplinary violations are assigned to a Learning Lab in classroom setting • Students who have a grade of F on eligibility report cannot attend organizational meetings
Honors Study Hall • Located in the cafeteria • Students will have extra privileges • Quietly talking w/ friends • Food & Drink • Use of MP3 players, etc. • Seniors who are eligible for Honors Study Hall have parental permission can leave at 2:40 p.m. after the first midterm. • Students in Honors Study Hall can go to the Media Center for a quiet working environment
Honors Study Hall • Students main focus must be geared towards educational activities/projects • Any students with a disciplinary violation (including unexcused absence or excessive tardies) will lose the privilege of Honors Study Hall. • After the second “loss of privilege” from Honors Study Hall, students are no longer eligible for Honors for the remainder of the school year.