Team Policies
Classroom Expectations
1. Students will enter classroom quietly, with prepared materials, and begin daily work.
2. Students will stay in their assigned seats, while keeping their hands and objects to themselves.
3. Students will show respect to others by speaking in moderate tones, listening completely to others’ ideas, and waiting their turn to speak.
What Happens If Expectations Are Not Met?
If a student disrupts the academic learning process
within the classroom, a series of reminders and consequences will
follow:
* Verbal warning
* Silent Lunch
* Parent will be notified after second silent lunch
* After receiving three silent lunches, the next offense will result in a teacher detention; parent will be notified
* Two teacher detentions will result in an administrative referral; parent conference will be scheduled following the second detention
Certain behaviors will result in immediate consequences. These behaviors include, but are not limited to, being disrespectful, and fighting.
Gum and Candy
Eating candy or chewing gum is against school policy. An exception is made when the teacher uses candy for rewards. In that case, the student should finish the candy before leaving that class.
Agenda Book
At Shiloh Middle School, each student is issued a student agenda book at the beginning of the school year. We expect the agenda book to be in the student’s possession at all times. The agenda book serves several purposes. It is the student’s daily calendar and assignment record book. It serves as a hall pass. It is a communication tool between teachers and parents. It serves as a record that the student has been to the clinic. NO STUDENT SHOULD BE IN THE BUIDLING BEFORE 8:55 WITHOUT A SIGNED AGENDA.
Homework
Homework will be assigned on a regular basis. The purpose for such an assignment may be to practice concepts learned in class, complete unfinished class work, prepare reports/projects, and extend learning beyond the classroom.
It is recommended that a student spend at least one hour each day in a structured study-time situation. During this structured study time, students should be monitored by a parent and be free from distractions. A student who has no written assignments may use this time to organize a notebook, clean out the book bag, review notes, practice areas of weakness, read, make vocabulary flashcards for all subjects, or read and summarize a magazine or newspaper article.
Missing Work
Make-Up Work: In accordance with county policy, a student will be given two days to complete any missed assignments for every day of absence. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule a time before or after school to make up any tests or quizzes that may have been missed.
Late Work: Classwork assignment and project due dates will vary. If a student fails to complete or turn in an assignment or project by the due date, a 10% penalty will be deducted if the work is turned in the following day. Credit will not be given on assignments turned in two or more days late. The late work policy does not apply to homework.
Correspondence
It is the student’s responsibility to transport all letters and forms between home and school. This correspondence includes, but is not limited to, report card envelopes, deficiencies, behavior reports, and detention notices.
Extra Help
Scheduled team tutoring will take place on Fridays starting at 8:15. However, if you need extra help at any time, please discuss the matter with the teacher. We will be happy to make special arrangements if our schedules allow for it. Language arts help is available each morning with Ms. Ansley; Ms. Murray will provide math tutoring each morning.
Reward System: Friday Surprise
Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to earn reward coupons. The coupons will be issued for positive behavior and classroom success. Each Friday students who acquired five coupons will be able to turn them in for a surprise. Our team will greatly appreciate any donations towards the positive reward system. Examples include individually wrapped candy, crackers, chips, etc.
We are looking forward to getting to know you as we work together throughout the year. We hope you are ready for a school year that will offer a variety of possibilities and opportunities for you to open your mind and discover new things. Please do not hesitate to ask us questions and express concerns. We are here to help and support you!
Sincerely,
Jay Barbour -- Language Arts
Stephanie Cohan -- Science
Susanne Paris-Boyd -- Social Studies
Denise Procaccini -- Math
* Verbal warning
* Silent Lunch
* Parent will be notified after second silent lunch
* After receiving three silent lunches, the next offense will result in a teacher detention; parent will be notified
* Two teacher detentions will result in an administrative referral; parent conference will be scheduled following the second detention
Certain behaviors will result in immediate consequences. These behaviors include, but are not limited to, being disrespectful, and fighting.
Gum and Candy
Eating candy or chewing gum is against school policy. An exception is made when the teacher uses candy for rewards. In that case, the student should finish the candy before leaving that class.
Agenda Book
At Shiloh Middle School, each student is issued a student agenda book at the beginning of the school year. We expect the agenda book to be in the student’s possession at all times. The agenda book serves several purposes. It is the student’s daily calendar and assignment record book. It serves as a hall pass. It is a communication tool between teachers and parents. It serves as a record that the student has been to the clinic. NO STUDENT SHOULD BE IN THE BUIDLING BEFORE 8:55 WITHOUT A SIGNED AGENDA.
Homework
Homework will be assigned on a regular basis. The purpose for such an assignment may be to practice concepts learned in class, complete unfinished class work, prepare reports/projects, and extend learning beyond the classroom.
It is recommended that a student spend at least one hour each day in a structured study-time situation. During this structured study time, students should be monitored by a parent and be free from distractions. A student who has no written assignments may use this time to organize a notebook, clean out the book bag, review notes, practice areas of weakness, read, make vocabulary flashcards for all subjects, or read and summarize a magazine or newspaper article.
Missing Work
Make-Up Work: In accordance with county policy, a student will be given two days to complete any missed assignments for every day of absence. It is the student’s responsibility to schedule a time before or after school to make up any tests or quizzes that may have been missed.
Late Work: Classwork assignment and project due dates will vary. If a student fails to complete or turn in an assignment or project by the due date, a 10% penalty will be deducted if the work is turned in the following day. Credit will not be given on assignments turned in two or more days late. The late work policy does not apply to homework.
Correspondence
It is the student’s responsibility to transport all letters and forms between home and school. This correspondence includes, but is not limited to, report card envelopes, deficiencies, behavior reports, and detention notices.
Extra Help
Scheduled team tutoring will take place on Fridays starting at 8:15. However, if you need extra help at any time, please discuss the matter with the teacher. We will be happy to make special arrangements if our schedules allow for it. Language arts help is available each morning with Ms. Ansley; Ms. Murray will provide math tutoring each morning.
Reward System: Friday Surprise
Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to earn reward coupons. The coupons will be issued for positive behavior and classroom success. Each Friday students who acquired five coupons will be able to turn them in for a surprise. Our team will greatly appreciate any donations towards the positive reward system. Examples include individually wrapped candy, crackers, chips, etc.
We are looking forward to getting to know you as we work together throughout the year. We hope you are ready for a school year that will offer a variety of possibilities and opportunities for you to open your mind and discover new things. Please do not hesitate to ask us questions and express concerns. We are here to help and support you!
Sincerely,
Jay Barbour -- Language Arts
Stephanie Cohan -- Science
Susanne Paris-Boyd -- Social Studies
Denise Procaccini -- Math