JFK Student Handbook 2021-22 | Page 20

8 to high school . All students not achieving the required 1.7 may have the opportunity to go to summer school to attain the required grade point average . Students returning to either grade for a second year shall be required to repeat the course of study prescribed for that grade .

HOMEWORK ( The homework policy will be sent home during the first week of school .) An important part of your success as a student is dependent upon your ability to study independently . Homework helps to reinforce your understanding of what you have been taught in the classroom . The student agenda has been issued to every student at JFK . Its purpose is to teach and encourage the practice of good study skills . Recording your assignments on a daily basis gives you and your parents the information you need to successfully plan and complete your homework assignments . Parents should insist that students use this book and check daily assignments . Students who lose their agenda book will be able to buy one in the school store for $ 5.00 . If absent from school , use the Homework Buddy System in the back of the homework book and call a classmate for assignments .

TEXTBOOKS & SCHOOL ISSUED RESOURCES If your child is provided a textbook , technology device , or musical instrument it is expected to be returned in the manner it was received . If the item is lost or damaged monetary reimbursement will be pursued by the school district .

DEPARTMENTAL GRADING REQUIREMENTS

English Department :

Homework : Assignments will support unit coursework . Grading will reflect achievement of outlined expectations . Homework not completed can lower grade significantly .

Evaluation : Graded work is weighted as follows : * Assessment - 50 % of overall grade . * Classwork - 30 % of overall grade . * Homework - 20 % of overall grade . Students are evaluated in accordance with the district assessment calendar .

Writing Assignments : Written products will reflect various lengths / formats . Structure , development , and conventions will be focus of writing lessons and assessment . Writing is integrated with reading instruction .

Social Studies Department :

Homework : Assignments are given according to the unit being covered . They are graded according to if and how well expectations are met . Homework not completed can lower

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