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2008-2009 Sophomore Advisory

Christy Fennewald

573-696-5512 ext. 423

Conference period: 5^th hour or by appointment

Welcome to Sophomore Advisory!

What is Sophomore Advisory and what does it entail?

Sophomore Advisory will prepare you to be an educated, active, and productive citizen. This year we will explore the differences that reside in each one of us and the similarities that unite us as Americans. To do so, we have multiple forms of writing and creative techniques to explore, so enjoy the ride. Have fun, and LEARN! You can EXPECT TO LEARN every day.

What are the course objectives?

Throughout the course of your four years, we will develop positive, sustaining relationships that will allow us to be successful in life. We will focus on literacy skills, time management, goals, academic achievement, Hallsville policies, and other topics that will enable you to become a vibrant, productive citizen within Hallsville and your community. As a sophomore, you will begin to explore your career options and begin initiating the steps necessary for graduation.

What behavior is expected of me in the classroom?

Be respectful, punctual, and expect to learn, thanks. When necessary, the Hallsville behavioral policy takes effect. All Hallsville High School policies are observed. Students are not allowed to use cell phones or other electronic devices during class and if the device disturbs class, access to that device will be restricted for the rest of the school day.

What is the attendance policy?

Students must be in attendance and on time everyday. If a student knows in advance of an excused absence, he/she must contact the school and the teacher to arrange for missed work. If a student is more than 25 minutes late, he/she is considered absent. Please see the Hallsville Handbook for all other policies. The retrieval and return of late work is the student’s responsibility.

What is academic integrity?

Students are expected to turn in their own work and ideas. Failure to do so will result in a failure. Parents and guardians will be notified immediately. Students will sign a Plagiarism Contract during the first week of school and will be held accountable to the contract.

What is your policy on grades and make-up work?

All Hallsville High School policies are observed. Students are allowed to make up major-grade assignments at an arranged time (it is the student’s responsibility to see me prior to the absence to arrange a convenient time) for excused absences. For each day of an excused absence, students will be allowed one make-up day. If the absence is unexcused, students MUST still make up the work, but will receive no grade.

Please observe the contact information above when scheduling times to make up work. Again, it is the student’s responsibility to see me to make up the work.

What is the scoring scale?

90-100 =A

80-89 =B

70-79 =C

69-60 =D

59- =F

How can I calculate my grades?

Parents may access a student's grade at anytime through SIS, which is accessible through the Hallsville homepage. Assignments are updated weekly on Ms. Fennewald's webpage and moodle, both of which are accessible via the Hallsville High School homepage.

What if I need extra help?

If a student needs additional help in the subject area, he/she may schedule an appointment to meet with me for additional tutoring. However, it is the student’s responsibility to schedule this appointment.

What materials do I need?

· Blue or black pen

· Notebook paper

· 3-ring binder

· AN OPEN MIND

Are there any additional responsibilities required of me?

We have multitudes of writing and creative techniques to cover, so come to class prepared to LEARN EVERY DAY! Communication is very important to me and to your success, so please contact me if you need additional help, have problems, or have issues. I will discuss my tutoring hours the first day of class; however, please consult my contact information above.

Good luck this year! I hope it meets your every expectation.

Ms. Fennewald

Cut on dotted line and return to Ms. Fennewald by Thrusday, August 21, 2008

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Student-Parent/Guardian-Teacher Contract for the 2008/2009 School Year

Sophomore Advisory

By signing below, I have read and understood Ms. Fennewald’s syllabus and classroom policies.

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