MATERIALS NEEDED
1. Two-pocket folder with prongs in the middle.
2. Lots of notebook paper - college or wide ruled. It's your choice.
3. Pens and Pencils - You may write in either pencil or blue/black ink only.
4. Optional: Earbuds
KINDLE FIRES
I am so excited to have a class set of Kindle Fires I received in May 2016 through a fantastic program from Donors Choose. The Kindles and the chargers are my personal property and not the school's, so please remember that as you use them. To read about my project, click here.
REWARDS
Those students who continuously come to class on time, prepared, and eager to participate will earn Crusader Cash. Cash can be used to win prizes during the year. It can also be used to “buy” pencils or other supplies you need. Want cash? Don’t ask! I will not give out Crusader Cash to students who ask for it. Download the PBIS Rewards app to keep up with your balance.
DISCIPLINE/THREE STRIKES YOU’RE OUT
As King grows this year, changes are being made. I will be following the new discipline procedures when problems happen. Parents will be notified of issues with a Student Intervention Report (SIR) before detentions or referrals are written. Together we have to try to fix the problem before we discipline it. There are exceptions, however, when the behavior is so unacceptable that all steps are bypassed and a referral will be written immediately.
Strike One: Warning, talk to student, SIR
Strike Two: Warning, talk to student, SIR, detention might be written
Strike Three: SIR, detention written, referral might be written
Strike Four and beyond: Referral
KICK OFF
There will be an opening activity/question/practice to complete. You should begin it before the bell rings.
CELL PHONES
There might be times when you are allowed to use it in class as either a reward or part of the lesson. I expect everyone to be doing what I’ve asked. If you’re caught doing something else, a SIR will be written.
LANGUAGE
What might be ok to say in your house with your parents, isn’t appropriate here. Part of growing up is learning when and where you can say certain things. My class is a G-rated “Disney” movie. If it isn’t said in Cinderella, it shouldn’t be said in my room. Slang like “You’re retarded,” “That’s what she said,” “That’s gay,” “What the…” and whatever new phrases come up won’t be tolerated.
HOMEWORK and AGENDA BOOK
Every Monday you will copy important assignments into your agenda book. If you lose your agenda, copy the week on a sheet of paper and add to it for the rest of the year. Because there’s so much to learn in Language Arts, you might have assignments that will be done at home. It is your responsibility to write down homework assignments in your new agenda book and ask questions if you need help. This book is important, so keep it safe.
LATE HOMEWORK POLICY
If you do not have an assignment on the day it’s due, you may still turn in the work for partial credit for a certain amount of time. After that time has passed, it will be a zero.
ABSENCES/MAKEUP WORK
You will have one day for every day you are absent to complete work. When you are absent, please read the agenda on the board then ask me for your missing work. It is your responsibility to turn in work; I WILL NOT ask for it.
TARDY POLICY
You must be in your seat working on the “Kick Off” before the bell rings (no exceptions). If you’re in the room and not in your seat, you’re tardy.
CHEATING
Anyone caught cheating will receive a zero on the assignment and will be referred to a guidance counselor.
NO-NAME PAPERS AND EXTRA COPIES
No-name papers are taped to the graveyard in the back of the room. Your grade will be deducted one letter grade if YOU forget to write your name on your assignment. The same goes for extra copies. If you need one, ask. One letter grade will be deducted off your assignment. Stay organized so you don’t waste the school’s money.
FOCUS
To stay informed, it is your AND your parent’s responsibility to use Focus. It can be accessed on any computer, tablet, or smart phone, so there are really no excuses why you shouldn’t know your grades at all times. The public library and many community centers have computers you can use for free, and you and your parents are ALWAYS welcome to use the ones in the Media Center. Directions on how to sign up are on my website or you can call the front office at 798-6820 ext. 2000.
REMIND 101 APP AND WEBSITE
I will be using the Remind 101 app to keep you up-to-date with the agenda and assignments. Use first and last names only; don’t use “Your Favorite Student” and things like that. Parents, if you have a different last name, add _____’s mom or dad.
· Periods 2, 3, 4, and 6 (Advanced): Text this message @msostran to 81010.
· Periods 5 and 7: Test this message @msostrand to 81010.
LEAVING CLASS
I understand there are times when you might forget a pencil in another class, phone in a PE locker, or need to call your parents. My answer will always be to use a line in your agenda book and you can go at the end of class IF I allow you to leave.
EXTRA CREDIT
I might offer it. I might not. Complete the original assignment and there shouldn't be any problems.
SAFETY
Knees go under the desk. Please don’t have your back against the metal bar. Also, backpacks go on the floor to your left. Try to keep them out of the aisle so people don’t trip. Last, feet stay on the floor. Please don’t prop up your feet on the book rack of the desk in front of you.
LEARNING STYLES
Everyone has different ways of learning, and as a public educator, it is my job to help everyone learn. It is your job to be respectful when this needs to happen. Please encourage and help people instead of teasing each other.
1. Two-pocket folder with prongs in the middle.
2. Lots of notebook paper - college or wide ruled. It's your choice.
3. Pens and Pencils - You may write in either pencil or blue/black ink only.
4. Optional: Earbuds
KINDLE FIRES
I am so excited to have a class set of Kindle Fires I received in May 2016 through a fantastic program from Donors Choose. The Kindles and the chargers are my personal property and not the school's, so please remember that as you use them. To read about my project, click here.
REWARDS
Those students who continuously come to class on time, prepared, and eager to participate will earn Crusader Cash. Cash can be used to win prizes during the year. It can also be used to “buy” pencils or other supplies you need. Want cash? Don’t ask! I will not give out Crusader Cash to students who ask for it. Download the PBIS Rewards app to keep up with your balance.
DISCIPLINE/THREE STRIKES YOU’RE OUT
As King grows this year, changes are being made. I will be following the new discipline procedures when problems happen. Parents will be notified of issues with a Student Intervention Report (SIR) before detentions or referrals are written. Together we have to try to fix the problem before we discipline it. There are exceptions, however, when the behavior is so unacceptable that all steps are bypassed and a referral will be written immediately.
Strike One: Warning, talk to student, SIR
Strike Two: Warning, talk to student, SIR, detention might be written
Strike Three: SIR, detention written, referral might be written
Strike Four and beyond: Referral
KICK OFF
There will be an opening activity/question/practice to complete. You should begin it before the bell rings.
CELL PHONES
There might be times when you are allowed to use it in class as either a reward or part of the lesson. I expect everyone to be doing what I’ve asked. If you’re caught doing something else, a SIR will be written.
LANGUAGE
What might be ok to say in your house with your parents, isn’t appropriate here. Part of growing up is learning when and where you can say certain things. My class is a G-rated “Disney” movie. If it isn’t said in Cinderella, it shouldn’t be said in my room. Slang like “You’re retarded,” “That’s what she said,” “That’s gay,” “What the…” and whatever new phrases come up won’t be tolerated.
HOMEWORK and AGENDA BOOK
Every Monday you will copy important assignments into your agenda book. If you lose your agenda, copy the week on a sheet of paper and add to it for the rest of the year. Because there’s so much to learn in Language Arts, you might have assignments that will be done at home. It is your responsibility to write down homework assignments in your new agenda book and ask questions if you need help. This book is important, so keep it safe.
LATE HOMEWORK POLICY
If you do not have an assignment on the day it’s due, you may still turn in the work for partial credit for a certain amount of time. After that time has passed, it will be a zero.
ABSENCES/MAKEUP WORK
You will have one day for every day you are absent to complete work. When you are absent, please read the agenda on the board then ask me for your missing work. It is your responsibility to turn in work; I WILL NOT ask for it.
TARDY POLICY
You must be in your seat working on the “Kick Off” before the bell rings (no exceptions). If you’re in the room and not in your seat, you’re tardy.
CHEATING
Anyone caught cheating will receive a zero on the assignment and will be referred to a guidance counselor.
NO-NAME PAPERS AND EXTRA COPIES
No-name papers are taped to the graveyard in the back of the room. Your grade will be deducted one letter grade if YOU forget to write your name on your assignment. The same goes for extra copies. If you need one, ask. One letter grade will be deducted off your assignment. Stay organized so you don’t waste the school’s money.
FOCUS
To stay informed, it is your AND your parent’s responsibility to use Focus. It can be accessed on any computer, tablet, or smart phone, so there are really no excuses why you shouldn’t know your grades at all times. The public library and many community centers have computers you can use for free, and you and your parents are ALWAYS welcome to use the ones in the Media Center. Directions on how to sign up are on my website or you can call the front office at 798-6820 ext. 2000.
REMIND 101 APP AND WEBSITE
I will be using the Remind 101 app to keep you up-to-date with the agenda and assignments. Use first and last names only; don’t use “Your Favorite Student” and things like that. Parents, if you have a different last name, add _____’s mom or dad.
· Periods 2, 3, 4, and 6 (Advanced): Text this message @msostran to 81010.
· Periods 5 and 7: Test this message @msostrand to 81010.
LEAVING CLASS
I understand there are times when you might forget a pencil in another class, phone in a PE locker, or need to call your parents. My answer will always be to use a line in your agenda book and you can go at the end of class IF I allow you to leave.
EXTRA CREDIT
I might offer it. I might not. Complete the original assignment and there shouldn't be any problems.
SAFETY
Knees go under the desk. Please don’t have your back against the metal bar. Also, backpacks go on the floor to your left. Try to keep them out of the aisle so people don’t trip. Last, feet stay on the floor. Please don’t prop up your feet on the book rack of the desk in front of you.
LEARNING STYLES
Everyone has different ways of learning, and as a public educator, it is my job to help everyone learn. It is your job to be respectful when this needs to happen. Please encourage and help people instead of teasing each other.
The mission of Martha B. King Middle School is to prepare the King community for the challenge and demands of the 21st Century by facilitating the acquisition of the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary to reach individual potential.