• If the student is absent or gets behind, the student is expected to supplement class time by completing work at home or after school.
Evaluation:
• Students will be assigned 7-9 projects per term( 1 per unit).
• In addition, various forms of assessments( written and hands-on quizzes, and questioning) will be given each term.
Writing Assignments:
• When applicable.
• Students are expected to use the vocabulary taught both in conversation and writing.
English Department:
Homework:
• Assignments will support unit course work.
• Grading will reflect achievement of outlined expectations.
• Homework not completed can lower grade significantly.
• Homework may include assigned independent reading.
Evaluation:
• Graded work is weighted as follows:
• * Assessment – 50 % of overall grade.
• Students are evaluated in accordance with the district assessment calendar.
Writing Assignments:
• Written products will reflect various modes and lengths / formats.
• Focus and organization, evidence and analysis, and conventions will be the focus of writing lessons and assessment.
• Writing is integrated with reading instruction.
Mathematics Department:
Homework:
• Minimum of 3 times per week.
• There will be some variation when math classes study Geometry and Geometric construction.
Evaluation:
• Minimum of 7 test / quiz combinations over the quarter.
• These will also be supplemented with quizzes of a shorter nature.
• Homework counts as 20-25 % of the overall grade.
Writing Assignments:
• When applicable.
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