Expectations
Rules
Wakefield Honor Code
The students of Wakefield High School are committed to being honest and responsible in the completion of academic materials and interactions with the school administration and community. Cheating, stealing, plagiarism (passing off another's work, words, or ideas as one's own), and lying (including willful distortion or misrepresentation) are considered violations of the Honor Code. Through a joint fulfillment of this code, students and faculty will achieve their fullest potential in academic excellence and character.
Restroom
Only one individual is allowed to use the restroom at a time. Abuse restroom privilege through poor behavior, excessive restroom visits, or failure to
return quickly from the restroom will result in losing this privilege.
Food and Drink
Drinks, food, and gum are not permitted. If I see you chew gum, you will be asked to dispose of it.
Electronics
Class Supplies
You are required to bring these items with you to class each day.
Grading and Assignments
Assignments
Testing, Extra Credit, and Cheating
- Be kind! Demonstrate respect for yourself and others.
- Act interested! Listen attentively. Participate politely. Ask insightful, relevant questions.
- Follow directions!
Rules
- We are in a public space and the polite, civil behavior of proper gentlemen and ladies is expected. Every member of the public has the right to education, and disruptions to others' ability to learn will not be tolerated.
- This course studies the human condition and the diverse approaches we, as members of the human species, have taken toward life. Racist, sexist, homophobic, and other offensive or judgmental language will not be tolerated in any form. Profanity will also not be tolerated.
- Respect others' personal space and do not touch other students.
- Be on time. If you have to enter or leave the classroom once class has begun, don't make a grand entrance/exit. Draw minimal attention to yourself. Doors should be closed quietly.
- Sharpen pencils before class begins. Don't interrupt lecture or classroom proceedings to sharpen in the middle of class.
- Always ask permission before borrowing anything from anyone. Don't touch things that don't belong to you.
- NEVER go behind my desk without permission. NEVER sit in my chair without permission. NEVER touch the thermostat. You may only cross over to my side of the room to retrieve or replace a textbook from the bookshelf.
- Ask questions if you need help or further explanation! Wait to ask a new question until the one previous one has been answered. Do not answer a question addressed to someone else. Do not make fun of other's mistakes. If you correct someone, do it tactfully. If someone corrects you, accept the criticism courteously.
- Do not pack up early. The bells does not release you. I do.
- Email to me should be courteous, respectful, and professional in manner and tone. Do not send emails that are rude or demanding. Do not expect immediate response. Anticipate 24-48 hours to receive a reply.
Wakefield Honor Code
The students of Wakefield High School are committed to being honest and responsible in the completion of academic materials and interactions with the school administration and community. Cheating, stealing, plagiarism (passing off another's work, words, or ideas as one's own), and lying (including willful distortion or misrepresentation) are considered violations of the Honor Code. Through a joint fulfillment of this code, students and faculty will achieve their fullest potential in academic excellence and character.
Restroom
Only one individual is allowed to use the restroom at a time. Abuse restroom privilege through poor behavior, excessive restroom visits, or failure to
return quickly from the restroom will result in losing this privilege.
Food and Drink
Drinks, food, and gum are not permitted. If I see you chew gum, you will be asked to dispose of it.
Electronics
- You are expected to immediately silence and store electronics immediately when the bell rings to begin class.
- Cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted to be on desks or otherwise visible if not in use for a class activity.
- Cell phones and other electronic devices may not be used without express permission from me to use for a specific classroom activity.
- Improper use of an electronic device will result in its confiscation.
- Confiscated devices that are handed only without delay or argument will be returned at the end of school day. Any delay or argument in turning over a confiscated device will result in a discipline referral and that device being turned in the front office for a parent or guardian to retrieve later.
- This is your only warning.
Class Supplies
You are required to bring these items with you to class each day.
- Blue or black ink pen
- Spiral notebook for note-taking and writing assignments
- Folder to collect handouts
- Pencil (required on test days)
- Special supplies may be necessary for projects
Grading and Assignments
- 40% Tests
- 10% Projects
- 25% Classwork and Homework
- 25% Quizzes
Assignments
- Complete work in blue or black ink only.
- Homework assignments are due at the start of class. Anything submitted after assignment collection will be considered late. Late assignments will be accepted for a maximum of 70% credit.
- Late assignments will not be accepted after the test for that unit has been administered.
- Assignments without names will not be accepted. Assignments without names will be recycled.
- Make-up work is acceptable only for excused absences. Make-up work is your responsibility. If you miss class, you must find out what you need to do.
- Absent 1 day =1 extra day
- Absent 2 days = 2 extra days
- Absent 3 days = 3 extra days
- Absent 4 or more days = 2 days per day absent
Testing, Extra Credit, and Cheating
- Missed tests may be made up during the next available SMART lunch session.
- Students with a score of 69% or below on a test may retest for a maximum test score of 70%. Retests must be taken within one week of returned test scores.
- Extra credit will not be offered.
- Cheating will not be tolerated and will result in a discipline referral.