Chris Dunham
Voice mail: 269-565-3772
Email: cdunham@bc-lakeview.k12.mi.us
Grading Scale
Classroom Rules: We will discuss some rules for our room the first couple of days in the
semester. The following is a list of principles that I feel are important as a basis for these
rules: perseverance, responsibility, respect, teamwork, and integrity. As the rules
associated with these principles are defined, you will receive a written copy, as will your
parents. While I feel it is important for students to be empowered to make their own
learning choices; I also feel that a classroom of chaos is a disservice to all members of the
learning community. I have an open door policy and would be glad to discuss any
agreement/disagreement about classroom rules with you or your parents.
Attendance: Much of what we do will be hands on work, group work or lecture with note
taking. If your are absent, it is your responsibility to collect missed items. I am available
before and after school. I also have a planning period during 3rd block. Most of the time
you can find me in room ( ) or my office, AOF101, across the courtyard.
Appointments can be made in advance to assure you have my undivided attention.
Absence from class is not advised due to the nature of the learning expected. There are
times when not being here is expected but no one wins when you are not in class and you
will be held accountable for obtaining all information given.
Tardy Policy: It is important that all students are in class on time. If you come in late,
you will need a pass. I will allow one “oops;” after that you will be expected to make up
your lost time. The fifth tardy and each tardy beyond will result in a discipline referral to
the office per the student guidebook.
Hall Passes: It is not recommended that you leave the classroom once class starts. There
is one hall pass. When you take the pass, you must sign out of class and then sign back in
when your return. Please do not ask to leave if it is needed, just go. Students are allowed
2 passes per marking period. Each pass after that equals the amount of time missed after
school working in the classroom or around the building.
Substitute Policy: From time to time it will be necessary for a substitute to be here in my
place. This person is a guest in our room and I EXPECT you will behave appropriately.
Consequences for misbehavior will be much more severe then if I were here. Act like
responsible young adults and this will not be a problem.
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Contact Information
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