U.

S History- Student Expectancy

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Teacher: Mr. Chris May Spring 2014 Room: 25 Flowing Wells
H.S.

How to reach me
I can be reached by email at: ccmay@email.arizona.edu
I am also in room 25 Monday- Friday, 7:15am- 12:15pm

Textbook:

America: Pathways to the Present

COURSE CONTENT AND TIME LINE

We will cover the following content in the spring semester:
WWI, Great Depression, WWII, Post-war US, Cold War, Social Reforms, Contemporary
US

CLASS RULES/EXPECTATIONS
BE PROFESSIONAL
PUNCTUAL
PREPARED
PRODUCTIVE
POLITE
FOLLOW PROCEDURES

Politeness

Courtesy and respect are a high priority in this classroom. Be respectful to the
teacher and other students by not interrupting when they are speaking. Raise your
hand and wait to be called upon to speak and show others respect even when their
opinion differs from your own. Bullying or disrespectful actions of any kind will not
be tolerated.

PROCEDURES
HOW WE OPERATE
1. Keep cell phones (on silent!) and other electronic devices out of sight and in your
bags.
You will receive a referral if these items can be seen/ heard or become a distraction.
2. Begin bellwork as soon as you enter class.
3. Food and drink are not permitted in the classroom with the exception of water
with a sealable cap
4. Personal grooming is done outside the classroom.
5. The teacher, NOT the bell, dismisses the class.
6. If you need to use the restroom ask for permission. SIGN OUT when you leave
AND IN when you return. Take the pass. If restroom breaks become excessive we
will discuss an individual plan for you.
7. Place backpacks under the desk during class time for safety reasons.

Tardy Procedure
You must be in your assigned seat working on bellwork at the bell. I will take
attendance and the sound of the bell. If you are late, sign in using either the
Excused tardy form or the Unexcused tardy book by the door, whichever applies
to you.

Tardy Policy
Over the class period = absent
5 or more Tardies = Referral

Required Materials

You are required to have the following materials with you each day:
1. Three-ring binder or notebook with paper & a section for history
2. Pen or pencil
3. Assignment calendar (electronic or paper)

Outcomes of Your Actions

Your choices in class will have consequences which can be negative or positive.
Choose wisely.
Positive (+)

Negative (-)

1. Calls/notes home

Friendly reminder

2. Self-satisfaction

2nd friendly reminder

3. Verbal praise

Detention/isolation

4. Academic success

Referral

Assignment Format
All assignments should have a complete heading:

Example:

Full name- Christopher May

Date -2/12/2014
Class - Period History 1
Assignment Name- Great Depression Essay
*(makeup/late work) - if applicable

*- Make up work and late work must be clearly identified in the heading to
receive credit.
Assignment and quiz make-ups are permitted for excused absences only.
ALL OTHER LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

If you are absent, first check the assignment calendar on the board by the door.
Then see me at the end of class if you need an explanation of an assignment.
Handouts are in the hanging files under the calendar.

GRADING
Districts grading scale policy
Grade

Criteria for Arriving at Your

A= 90-100
B= 80-89
C= 70-79
D= 60-69
F= 59 or below

Classwork: 40%
Bellwork: 10%
Tests & quizzes: 35%
Homework: 15%

Factors like attendance and class participation will be noted each day and may be
used to determine the difference between borderline grades such as a B/ B+, or
B+/A- for example.
***Academic dishonesty such as copying another students work will result in an
automatic F on the assignment.

I have read and understand the rules, responsibilities, procedures and expectancies
in Mr. Mays U.S. History class.

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Student Name (Please Print)

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Students Signature

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Parent Signature