Dear Parents, We are excited to begin this new school year with your child! This year promises to be an exciting one, with Mrs. Twomey teaching math and science, Mrs. Prelgovisk teaching religion and social studies, and Mrs. Nordlie teaching language arts. At the beginning of each successful school, rules and policies must be discussed and reviewed. So that we can begin the true job of education as close as possible to the start of school on Aug 31, here is some important information to review. Homework is given to reinforce what has been learned in class, extend and generalize concepts, preview new material, teach responsibility, and help students develop good study skills. It is a valuable aid in helping students make the most of their educational experience. It also gives parents insight into the curriculum and a first hand look at his child’s work ethic. For these reasons, students will be assigned homework Monday-Thursday, with some assignments necessary on the weekends. Homework should be completed in 90-120 minutes. Additional time should be allotted for long term projects as well as studying for tests. (Students will have at least one week’s notice before tests to allow ample time for preparation.) We request that you make homework a top priority at home. Parents, please provide necessary supplies and quiet environment, set a daily homework/study time, and give praise and support. Assist your student but in no case do the assignment for him. Here is his chance for him to show us what he does and doesn’t know, and where we can assist him. Now on to Rules for Junior High. 1. SHHHH...When a teacher is talking or another student is speaking, there is silence. This would also include silence in the halls and stairway, at church or assemblies. 2. Timeliness...Both your body and your work need to be on class on time. Excessive tardiness is rewarded with detention, and the late work garners a lowered grade. 3. Supplies....Whether it’s a pen and paper, books for the next class, P.E. uniform, or homework, make sure you’ve got it. There is an immediate detention for failure to suit up, or return to school uniform, on P.E. days. 4. Neatness....This refers to your work, the classroom, and your uniform. 5. Encourage, don’t discourage...In our classroom, as in all of Sacred Heart, we work together as a team to bolster and support, not tear down. The benefits are legion. Among them would be a happy student in a productive and nurturing classroom, a happy teacher (not to be quickly dismissed!), occasional free time, and FOOD! However there are consequences for choosing to ignore a rule, or purposely disobeying one. A student will be warned verbally for the first infraction, but the second reminder will earn a check. Five checks within a week’s time will earn a detention ON THAT DAY from 2:45-3:00. After three detentions in a quarter, parents will be notified for a conference. The number of checks amassed in a quarter will determine the behavior grade for that quarter. Grades will be determined on a percentage basis: 0-7 checks = A = 100%-93% 8-15 checks = B = 92%-85% 16-30 checks = C = 85%-70% 31-35 checks = D = 69%-65% Please review this information with your child and return the attached sheet. We look forward to a great year! Mrs. Prelgovisk Mrs. Nordlie Mrs. Twomey |