Class Requirements 

Spring Semester 2004

Ms. Rinaldi
Room 204
(303)698-6100 ext. 21411

jennifer_rinaldi@dpsk12.org

GENERAL RULES:

• All school-wide rules apply in this classroom.

• Students must arrive on time for class, or bring a pass explaining their lateness.  All tardy students will be sent downstairs to get a pass.

• Students must bring a notebook, pen, and their book to class EVERY DAY.

• STUDENTS MUST TREAT ONE ANOTHER AND THEIR TEACHER WITH RESPECT.

TESTS AND QUIZZES:

• Tests and Quizzes will always be announced.  There are no “pop” quizzes in this class.

• If student is absent on the day of a test, he or she should expect to take the test on the day he or she returns to class. *Please note:   IF THE ABSENCE IS UNEXCUSED THE STUDENT RECEIVES A ZERO ON THE TEST.

•  Cheating will not be tolerated.  If cheating is evident, the student will receive a zero for the given test or quiz--NO EXCEPTIONS.

TERM PAPERS:

• Projects count for 30% of each student’s grade.  Consequently, all essays must be done and turned in on time.  IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PASS THE CLASS WITHOUT COMPLETING THE LITERARY ANALYSIS ASSIGNMENTS.

GRADING POLICY:

Tests & Quizzes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30%

Essays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30%

Classwork/Free Writing. . . . . . . . . .. . . .30%

Class Participation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10%

Ms. Rinaldi is always available to students in 204 during lunch every day.

Please detach and return this portion:

I have read the class requirements and agree to follow the rules and policies stated.

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Student's Name (please print)

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Student’s Signature                                                                         Date

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Parent/Guardian’s Signature                                                    Phone Number

PARENT E-MAIL ADDRESS __________________________________
(if available)

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