Welcome to my class. My name is Ms. Moody. I am looking forward to being your language arts teacher and getting to know you. We will have a great deal of fun and become stronger readers, writers, and test takers this year. I would like to tell you a little about my expectations for the time we will spend together.
CLASS RULES
1. Be seated when the tardy bell rings.
2. Bring required materials to class everyday.
3. Treat others the way you want to be treated.
4. Plan to be positive. (NO PUTDOWNS OR WHINING)
5. Raise your hand before speaking and answering questions.
6. Look and listen when the teacher is speaking. (NO TALKING)
7. Use your four minute break between classes for restroom use and drinks.

BEHAVIOR POLICY
Each teacher will keep a log of student behaviors. Once five offenses have been reached action will be taken in the form of lunch detention.
Examples of offenses: no supplies, tardiness, no class work, behavior problems, etc.

Students who show extreme negative behavior problems (fighting, disrespect, tantrums, etc.) will receive an automatic discipline referral. Excessive offenses may result in students being excluded from fieldtrips.

CLASS PROCEDURES
GRADES
Grades will be calculated as follows:
Daily work 60%, Tests and Projects 35%, Participation 5%
Student work must be turned in on time. Accelerated Reader (AR) will be on an extra credit basis only.

SUPPLIES
• notebook paper
• pen or pencil
• one pocket folders with brads, one spiral notebook

WRITTEN WORK-
• All written work must have a complete heading.
Name Date
Language Arts 8 (1)
Title

• Each student will be expected to:
o write legibly, write in complete sentences, write in pencil or blue or black ink only

FOOD, AND/ OR DRINK - No food or drink besides breakfast will be allowed in the classroom.

ABSENTEE POLICY- You are responsible for making up work after absences. Be sure to ask me for your missed assignments.

CONTACT INFORMATION- I encourage parent participation and feedback. My conference time is from 1:08-
1:53, daily. I may be reached the following ways:
o By phone at Colorado Middle School, 728-2673.
o By email at kmoody@ccity.esc14.net