Welcome! Please sign in at the front table then take a few minutes to write a NOTE TO YOUR STUDENT...

Welcome!Please sign in at the front table then take a few minutes to write a NOTE TO YOUR STUDENT (hand-outs found next to sign-in sheets).

We will begin our presentation in just a moment…

Krisi Guzman8th GradeLanguage Arts/Social Studies/Math/Science

Dorothy McElhinney M.S.Room F-215

Who is this teacher as a person?

Will this teacher treat my child fairly? Yes, Always!

• I am here to teach. Students are here to learn. I am very passionate about my job and have high expectations for my students. Together I know we can make this year a success.

Positive attitude is the key to success. Let’s keep it all the time!

What will I be doing this year?

How will I be graded?

A+ 98% and aboveA 93% to 97%A- 90% to 92%B+ 88% to 89%B 83% to 87%B- 80% to 82%

C+ 78% to 79%C 73% to 77%C- 70% to 72%D+ 68% to 69%D 63% to 67%D- 60% to 62%F BELOW 60%

Language Arts

Homework 10%Class work 15%

Essays/Projects 25%Tests/Quizzes 50%

Late work:1 day -10%2 days -30%3 days -50%4+ days not accepted

Social StudiesProjects/Reports 20%Notebook* 30%

*includes class work and homework

Tests/Quizzes 50%

Late work:• Late assignments completed by

end of unit will receive 50% credit.

• No assignments will be accepted after conclusion of unit.

Math

Homework 15%Class work 15%

Tests/Quizzes 70%

Late work:No late work accepted.

ScienceProjects 25%Tests/Quizzes 30%Notebook* 45% *includes labs, class work, and homework

Late work:• Late assignments completed by

end of unit will receive 50% credit.

• No assignments will be accepted after conclusion of unit.

Absences• After return to school, student is

responsible for getting missed notes/assignments.

• Student has 2 days for each day absent to make up work

•Make-up tests: Outside of class time(please make arrangements with me)

Classroom Guidelines

What are the expectations in this classroom?

• Be prepared• Be hardworking • Be respectful and courteous• Follow all policies and procedures

RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- NOT EXCUSES -

Following guidelines will result in:

• Verbal acknowledgement/praise• A stress-free learning environment• A pleasant and secure classroom

atmosphere

Not following guidelines may result in:

• Warning and documentation• Point Deduction • Assigned detention• Saturday School• Parental Contact and Action Plan• Disciplinary Referral and/or

Suspension

Severe Clause

• Any student who uses profanity, fights, damages school property (this includes the property of the teacher and other students), or is disrespectful (as defined by the teacher) will be sent to the office IMMEDIATELY.

Class Websitehttp://www.murrieta.k12.ca.us//Domain/2342

Etc....

• Letters will go home with students tomorrow for:– ABI access (all)– CST scores (MVUSD only)

• 8th Grade Washington, DC trip• Questions?

Remember…I truly believe in your student’s potential and I want you both to believe in it too! Have an awesome year!

Mrs. Guzman