purposeful reinforcement of what has been introduced in the classroom. Generally, homework will be assigned at the teacher’s discretion. Students will be given notice in advance for all upcoming tests and projects. Make-Up Work It is your responsibility as the student to retrieve make-up work from the designated area. Please be sure to retrieve your make-up work on the day you return to school and complete the work within three (3) days. You are expected to make arrangements with us to make up any missed quizzes and/or tests. If you know in advance that you will be absent, please make arrangements prior to the absence to get your work. Grading Grades will be determined by the number of points earned on assignments. Assignment values will vary based on the amount of questions and/or importance. Classwork will range from 5-20 points and all tests, quizzes, and projects will have a higher point value. Student averages will be determined by dividing the total points earned by total points possible and multiplying by 100. The following grading scale will be used to determine a student’s grade: 90-100 Outstanding (A) 80-89 Good Work (B) 70-79 Average Work (C) 60-69 Passing Work (D) 59 & below Unacceptable (Failing) Parent/Teacher Communication Our main objective is to help your child achieve success in all academic areas. To ensure this, we feel that regular Parent-Teacher communication is necessary. Listed below are methods of communication we will utilize throughout the year. Email: This is the easiest way to contact us. Please feel free to email us with any questions or concerns. Phone Calls: We will make phone calls as needed to parents. The best time to reach us is between 12:00-1:00. You can always call at another time to leave a voicemail. We will make every effort to return your call as soon as possible. Conferences: Parent-Teacher conferences will be held during particular 9 week periods, as stated on the Currituck County Schools calendar. Scheduled conferences requested by either you the parent(s) or by us can be held during our planning time (12:00-1:30) or after school.
purposeful reinforcement of what has been introduced in the classroom. Generally, homework will be assigned at the teacher’s discretion. Students will be given notice in advance for all upcoming tests and projects. Make-Up Work It is your responsibility as the student to retrieve make-up work from the designated area. Please be sure to retrieve your make-up work on the day you return to school and complete the work within three (3) days. You are expected to make arrangements with us to make up any missed quizzes and/or tests. If you know in advance that you will be absent, please make arrangements prior to the absence to get your work. Grading Grades will be determined by the number of points earned on assignments. Assignment values will vary based on the amount of questions and/or importance. Classwork will range from 5-20 points and all tests, quizzes, and projects will have a higher point value. Student averages will be determined by dividing the total points earned by total points possible and multiplying by 100. The following grading scale will be used to determine a student’s grade: 90-100 Outstanding (A) 80-89 Good Work (B) 70-79 Average Work (C) 60-69 Passing Work (D) 59 & below Unacceptable (Failing) Parent/Teacher Communication Our main objective is to help your child achieve success in all academic areas. To ensure this, we feel that regular Parent-Teacher communication is necessary. Listed below are methods of communication we will utilize throughout the year. Email: This is the easiest way to contact us. Please feel free to email us with any questions or concerns. Phone Calls: We will make phone calls as needed to parents. The best time to reach us is between 12:00-1:00. You can always call at another time to leave a voicemail. We will make every effort to return your call as soon as possible. Conferences: Parent-Teacher conferences will be held during particular 9 week periods, as stated on the Currituck County Schools calendar. Scheduled conferences requested by either you the parent(s) or by us can be held during our planning time (12:00-1:30) or after school.
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