AMERICAN HISTORY Syllabus 2015-2016

TEACHER: Mrs. Rebekkah Link

EMAIL: linkr@duvalschools.org

ROOM #: 4-208

WEBSITE:

PHONE: 714-4680 (x169)

https://duval.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/Tea
cherWebPage.php?teacher=16089

STUDENT SUPPLY LIST

TEACHER WISH LIST

Students MUST HAVE these items to be

successful:

These items are not required. They are extra

items that would be used in the classroom.

3-ring 2-in binder/Notebook Paper

Spiral Notebook
Earbuds/Headphones
10-set dividers
Pencils, Erasers, & Highlighters
Sticky notes

Colored Pencils
Notebook Paper
White Copy Paper
Hand Sanitizer & Lysol Wipes
Paper Towels & Kleenex

PARTICIPATION: Students must be active participants in class. This includes taking good
notes, working in teams, communicating with the teacher and completing all class work.
Homework will be assigned and will need to be completed by the next class period unless
otherwise stated.
NOTEBOOK: Notebooks must be brought to class EVERYDAY.
QUIZZES AND TESTS: Students should expect regular quizzes and tests in my class.
Corrections may be made for a better grade if the original grade is below a 70%. Please be
aware that corrections can only be completed one time for full credit. Re-takes can be completed
in the mornings from 8:30 to 9:30. This is also a time when students can come up for extra help
or to work on make-up assignments. Students must have a written pass from me to enter the
building.
ATTENDANCE: Missing a day every once in a while will not hurt students. However, students
should be mindful that we are on a block schedule. This means we cover two days worth of
material each class period. It is the students responsibility to come to me to find out what was
missed and how an assignment can be made up.
GRADING SCALE: A 90-100; B 80-89; C 70-79; D 60-69; F 0-59

CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS:
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I will bring ALL necessary materials to class.

I will be in my seat & ready to work when the bell rings.
I will raise my hand & wait to be recognized.
I will refrain from eating, drinking, chewing gum, and grooming in class.
I will follow the teachers directions the FIRST time they are given.
I will show respect, restraint, and responsibility at ALL times.

CLASSROOM POLICIES & PROCEDURES:

1. Attendance is taken at the beginning of each period. Students must be in their seat when
the bell rings.
2. All assignments are due at the beginning of each class period. When you enter the room,
you should always have your assignment ready to be graded.
3. When returning from an absence, it is the students responsibility to see what they have
missed. It is also the students responsibility to get copies of class notes from another
student and to see the teacher to acquire any missed assignments.
4. Upon entering the classroom, students should sharpen their pencil, sit down, and prepare
for the days lesson by completing the opening activity.

5. Any student caught cheating will receive a 0 for that assignment, quiz, or test.
6. Any student caught talking during testing will receive a 0.
7. Bathroom breaks will only be permitted in extreme emergencies. Bathroom passes will
not be given out the first or last 10 minutes of class or during instruction.
8. Students will not be permitted to leave during the first and last ten minutes of class.
9. The teacher dismisses the class not the bell.
10. Cell phones must be turned off and put away in the proper place. If a student is caught
with their cell phone out or it rings in class, the phone will be taken and appropriate steps
will be taken. The same policy applies to electronic games, mp3s, radios, or other noisy
devices. The only exception to this is when the device is being used at the teachers
direction.
READING
All students are required to have a book that is age appropriate with them at all times.
Students should read it when they have finished an assignment or test early.

STUDENT SUCCESS CONTRACT

I, _________________________________, have read and understand the above syllabus. I
understand that I am expected to do my daily classwork and homework
assignments to the best of my ability. I also understand that I have to keep an
organized notebook and keep track of any make-up work. I will follow the HONOR
CODE of being honest on all of my assignments and follow all classroom rules,
policies, and procedures. I understand that in order to be successful in this class I
must work hard and stay positive!
_________________________ ___________________________
Student Signature

_________________

Parent Signature

Date

GENERAL STUDENT INFORMATION

Name ____________________________________________ DOB ______________________
Student Number____________________________________ Period _____________________
Mother or Guardian Name ________________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________
Home Phone _______________________________ Cell Phone __________________________

Work Phone ________________________________ Email _____________________________

Father or Guardian Name _________________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________
Home Phone _______________________________ Cell Phone __________________________
Work Phone ________________________________ Email _____________________________
Student lives with _______________________________________________________________
Student rides bus # _________, walks ____________, or is a car rider _____________.
Student has internet access at home: _________ yes or _________ no

STUDENT SCHEDULE
Period

A DAY

B DAY

1
2
3
4

PARENT CONTACT LOG

SPOKE WITH: __________________________

SPOKE WITH: __________________________

TIME: ______________ DATE: _____________

TIME: ______________ DATE: _____________

REFERENCE TO:

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