FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL
THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT 2015-2016
GRADES 9 & 10
Student’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Teacher’s Name: ______________________________________________________________________
E-mail Address: __________________________________
Phone Number: 488-9323
Best Time to Call Teacher: ___________________________
Teacher’s Productivity Period: ____________
School Website: www.sewanhaka.k12.ny.us – All assignments and important announcements will be posted on the
teacher’s website. After reaching the Floral Park Memorial High School homepage, click on English department, and
then the teacher’s name to reach the teacher’s website.
TEXTBOOKS: * grammar, literature anthology, supplementary novels and plays
* vocabulary workbook (purchased by each student by the second week of school)
NOTEBOOK: * Each student must have a GREEN looseleaf binder with subject dividers and looseleaf paper.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Each student is responsible for
* purchasing an agenda book.
* purchasing a vocabulary workbook.
* attending class daily unless excused by the health or attendance office.
* being punctual to class daily.
* being prepared for class with a pen, pencil, notebook and textbook(s) as stipulated by the teacher.
* completing homework which will be assigned in accordance with the District Homework Policy.
(homework can be accessed at anytime via teacher’s website)
* seeking extra help when the work is difficult.
* completing all assignments and makeup work in a timely manner in accordance with district and teacher policies.
* displaying behaviors in class which are respectful to the teacher and other students.
* accepting the consequences which will ensue if these responsibilities are not met.
Summer Reading: All students were required to complete the summer reading assignment. The students were
asked to read two pieces of literature over the vacation and will take a multiple-choice exam on the required novel. In
addition, the students were supposed to complete a creative project on the second novel.
Makeup work: Work missed due to absence must be made up. It is the responsibility of each student to obtain and
complete all missed class work, homework assignments, quizzes and tests and to see that they are made up in a timely
manner. Failure to complete makeup work within a prescribed time may result in a lowered or failing grade.
Attendance and participation are integral and important components of learning.
REPORT CARD GRADE POLICY GUIDELINES:
- 50% Tests/Quizzes
- 30% Essays/Projects
- 10% Homework
- 10% Class Participation
I have read the above Grade Expectation Policy and understand what I must do to be successful in English.
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Student’s Signature
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Parent’s Signature