Ms. Dogan outlines her expectations for her English IV class, including her philosophy of education which emphasizes finding passion in learning and high expectations for all students. Her attendance policy strictly enforces the school policy and failure results from more than 5 absences. Grades are based 50% on daily work and 50% on tests, with weekly assignments and two major projects required. Students must follow the school uniform policy and keep electronics put away, and Ms. Dogan's goals are to help students succeed, prepare for their futures, and enjoy the class.

1. Welcome to
English IV
2016 – 2017 SCHOOL YEAR
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
MS. DOGAN

2. My Philosophy of Education
 Education is one thing no one can take away from you.
 Finding the passion and importance in education
 Everyone can learn if he/ she is willing
 Be willing to work and willing to try
 Find what you are interested in
 Find the good in the bad
 High expectations
 Success for everyone
 Meet you where you are and increase

3. Attendance Policy
 I follow the school attendance policy
 3 Tardies = 1 absence
 More than 5 absences = Failing this class!
 Tardy Lockout
 Must have pass/ referral to enter class after the bell sounds
 You are considered late if you came to class and left without my permission
 Skipping Class is a serial offense
 30/30 Policy is strictly enforced.
 No passes out of the room during the first 30 minutes of the block and the last 30 minutes of
the block.
 You cannot learn if you are not here
 I will miss your face!

4. Grades
 Weight
 Daily Grades – 50%
 Tests/Quizzes – 50%
 Nine Weeks Test – 25%
 Weekly Grades
 Participation
 Articles
 USA Test Prep
 Major Grades
 Projects (2)
 Research Paper

5. Homework
 YOU WILL HAVE IT!
 I don’t give much homework fortunately.
 Weekly Assignments
 Vocabulary (3 per week)
 USA Test Prep
 Articles
 Homework assignments are considered late after they are taken up.
 -10 points for each day your assignment is late.

6. Dress Code
 School Uniform Policy will be enforced.
 Black polo shirt + Khaki pants
 Black/Brown belt
 Closed in back shoes
 Ladies: Skirts and shorts must be at an appropriate length
 (May be subject to five fingertip test)
 Fellas: Pull up your pants!
 You are young women and men, and I expect you to dress accordingly.
 You will not be let into this classroom without the appropriate uniform on.

7. Electronics
 Keep your electronics put away!!
 School policy states that you should not have your cellphones period.
 Please keep them put away.
 You will receive ONE warning.
 Then, your device will be confiscated.

8. Pet Peeves
 Electronics
 Walking around
 Standing at the door
 Talking to people through the door
 Opening/ Unlocking the door!!!!
My first priority as your teacher is to provide a safe
environment for you. I cannot do that if strangers are walking
into this classroom. Please don’t allow strangers into our
home.

9. GOALS
 My goals for us:
 To get to know each of you
 To help you succeed in this class
 To prepare you for college or career
 To help you enjoy school and this class
Let’s have a great semester SENIORS!!!

10. Let’s Get Acquainted!
Today, we will do:
Housekeeping
Information Sheets
Go over Syllabus
Name Game
Letter to Ms. Dogan