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Welcome to World History
Mr. Spivey A111
Classroom Rules
• Show respect to
everyone.
• Be seated before the
bell rings.
• Arrive to class prepared
everyday.
• No food or drinks in the
classroom.
When you arrive…• Take care of your
business (Pencil sharpened, blow nose, trash, etc.)
• Be respectful.
• Be in your seat before the bell rings.
• Pay close attention to the “Do Now” part of the lesson on the white board.
Do Nows• Will be completed
EVERY day in World History.
• You will complete them during the first 5-10 minutes of each class period.
• These activities will typically be done in your unit packet.
• In the event of an excused absence, make up replies do nows can be provided by the teacher.
Tardies
• Being on time is an
essential life skill.
• Make arrangements to
avoid being tardy.
• Take care of your personal
business before class.
• 3 tardies = writing
assignment
• 4 tardies = referral
• Any tardy of more than 15
minutes will result in a
referral for cutting class.
33 visited, 17 to go.
Assignments• Written ssignments will be
collected at the beginning of the period. Any assignments will be collected at the end of the period. “The Paper Tray”
• Must have name clearly
written on it. (0% rule)
• Digitally submitted
assignments may be turned in
through your Jennings Gmail
account or shared through
your Google drive.
Leaving your Seat
• Raise your hand
before leaving your
seat.
• Do not ask to leave the
classroom.
• Do not ask to have
your assigned seat
changed.
Leaving the Classroom
• Take all of your
belongings with you.
• Collect any trash that
you may have
accumulated and
deposit in recycle bin
or trash can.
• Turn in any
assignments that
needs to be turned in.
Forbidden items in the classroom
• Any head covering
• Cell phones
• Headphones
• Food and drinks
• Book bags
• Touching Blinds
Turning in Assignments
• Make sure you
have your name,
date, and class
period on
everything you
turn in.
• Do not use red
ink.
Suzie Student
August 10, 2017
Period 4
What you need to bring
EVERYDAY!• 2 pocket, 3 pronged
folder.
• Something to write with.
• Paper or notebook
•YOUR PACKET!
Grade Breakdown
Points accumulated through
Assessments (tests, projects,
final exams) account for
60% of your class grade.
Points accumulated through
Classwork (do nows,
worksheets, activities)
account for 30% of your
class grade.
Points accumulated through
Homework account for
10% of your class grade.
How your grades are figured
• Your grade in Social Studies classes will be
based on the Jennings High School grading
scale below:
• A 93-100%
• A- 90-92%
• B+ 87-89%
• B 83-86%
• B- 80-82%
• C+ 77-79%
• C 73-76%
• C- 70-72%
• D+ 67-69%
• D 63-66%
• D- 60-62%
* A grade that is below 60% will be recorded as an F.
When you are absent…• Check my class
webpage for any
missed work.
• Notes are regularly
updated on my class
website.
• Teacher will keep
handouts and
assignments for a
minimum of two
weeks after the date is
is assigned.
JHS Make-Up Work Policy
• You can make up any late or missing assignments
during the current five week grading period.
• Any assignment not made up by the end of the five
week grading period will not receive any credit for
that assignment.
• The way you make up work also makes a difference:
• If work is made up in my classroom before or after
school receives a 10% reduction on the student’s
grade on that assignment.
• If assignment is made up elsewhere there will be a
50% reduction on the student’s grade on that
assignment.
SIS K12 Network
• SIS K12 is a building wide record keeping network that is used by all JHS building staff.
• You will receive a code which allows you to set up a login name and password.
• You (and your parents) can instantly check your grade and attendance online.
• You are able to login at home, or next time in class.
Progress Profile
• All returned
assignments will a
grade in RED INK if
not, I haven’t graded it.
• Keep all work returned
to you in YOUR
FOLDER until you
receive a satisfactory
grade on that unit’s
test.
Extra Credit
• I give extra credit
assignments at least
once per quarter.
• Other extra credit
opportunities may be
available that support
school sponsored
activities.
Remind 101 Service• Interactive tool used by several JSH teachers this school year.
• I can send messages, alerts, and reminders of key events
upcoming in my class directly to your phone.
Fire Drills
• Signal is a continuous
ringing of fire bells.
• Keep all personal
belongings in the
classroom.
• Stay calm
• Turn left and out the
doors towards the
Football/Soccer field.
Tornado Drills
• Signal is a high and low tone over the speaker.
• Calmly exit into the hallway.
• Position yourself kneeling along the walls of the hallway.
• Cover your head.
Earthquake Drills
• Remain calm
• Place your entire
body under any
tables or in any
nearby doorway.
• Stay away from
windows.
Intruder Drills• Two types
• Shelter and Place-
issue within the
community—we will
continue our normal
classroom
instruction.
• Take Cover- issue
within the building--
door is locked, we
move away from the
door and windows.
Intercom Messages
• Pay attention to all
messages over the
intercom.
• Daily
announcements are
meant to be heard
by the entire
student body.
Important JHS Info for 2017-18• Jennings School District is a fully accredited district
with 100% of last year’s graduates placed in college, the military, or full-time employment.
• Passes- none will be written for the first and last 10 minutes of each block.
• Locker Usage- 3 times daily (before school, lunch, after school)
• Uniform/Dress Code- black or khaki pants, shorts, skirts, shirts ok. Polos and spirit t-shirts ok.
• Administrator Assignments: Mr. Dowden (9th/10th), Dr. Ming (11th grade) Dr. Key (12th grade)
• Counselor Assignments:- Meads (Last name begins with A), Mitchell (Last name begins with B through Ma), Jenkins (Last name begins with Mc through Z)
Tips on how to
maintain
computer
privileges
throughout the
school year.
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
What is an Acceptable Use Policy?
• An explanation of the classroom, school, and district policies on using the Internet
• A description of the purpose of the Internet in this classroom
• A description of how I expect you to treat the computers in the classroom
• An agreement between you and the school district
The internet is NOT to be used for
• Listening to music or viewing videos
• Pornographic sites
• Chat rooms
• Checking e-mail
• Inappropriate text files
• Harassing other students
• Hate mail
• Discriminatory remarks
• Viewing sites other than ones that I have directed you to
The internet IS to be used for
• Making school work more fun
• Putting you in charge of your own learning
• Allowing you to explore ideas from around the world
• Making school more meaningful for you
• Increasing your academic achievement
Consequences of Violating AUP
• Loss of Computer privileges.
• Failure of current assignment.
• Parental contact.
• Student referred to the Dean’s office.
• Removal from technology classroom.
Treatment of Computers Do not tamper with
equipment
The computers are not yours or mine.
Do not alter programs in any way
Do not install new programs without authorization from me
Do not touch the monitors
Keys to Success in Mr. Spivey’s class
Do Your Best
Respect Everyone