Mrs. Barger’s  Science

Classroom Management Plan and Grading Policy

• These rules are in addition to, and designed to clarify the discipline policy of

           De Kalb Middle School.

• Enter the room in a quiet manner with all materials needed for class.  

• You are tardy for first period until 8:10a.m., after that time you will be counted absent to first period.

• Talking is permitted if you are addressing the teacher or class on the current topic of discussion.  Just because you raise your hand does not give you permission to talk.

• The following are not permitted:

• • Talking or disturbing others during class

  • Throwing anything in class (this includes throwing at the trash can)

  • Putting your hands on another student or their property

  • Cheating (including homework that is not yours)

  • Loitering around or getting in teacher’s desk

  • Stealing

  • Sleeping (if your head is down and your eyes are closed-you are sleeping)

  • Destroying or damaging school property or another student’s property

Discipline Action Plan

1. Non-Verbal Correction (ex. a look by teacher to student)

2. Verbal Correction (student/teacher conference)

3. Parent/Teacher Conference

4. Principal Referral

***You will receive NO verbal warnings or corrections from the teacher for offenses that require prompt attention by the principal.  You will be sent to the office immediately.

Grading Policy

• A minimum of 12 grades will be taken each nine week period

• Assignments/Quizzes/Tests and labs will count as one daily grade

• Unit Assessments will count 15% of student’s overall average

• Late work will only be accepted as follows:

  • 1 day late – 10 point deduction will be given

Class work not completed by the end of class must be finished as a homework assignment, unless otherwise instructed.

Classroom Rules

• Treat others as you want to be treated

• Sharpen your pencils, turn in your work, and begin on the bellringer as soon as you enter the room (HORSE PLAY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED)

• Do not disturb class in any way

• Cheating is not acceptable!

Classroom Expectations

• Always bring needed supplies to class (paper, pencil, folder)

• Always be respectful to others

• Participate during class

• Be responsible for your materials, your work, and your actions

• Keep your work neat and organized at all times

• Always do your best!

My conference is daily 9:40-10:25 a.m. I am always available to discuss any concerns you may have regarding your child.

Thank you,

Tonya Barger

tonya.barger@dekalbisd.net

903-667-2834 Ext. 3113