Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of students and parents.
UPDATED 11/29/09

1. Are students expected to copy assignments into their agenda books?
2. Is there language arts homework every night?
3. Are writing assignments to be completed at home for homework?
4. How are grades tabulated for language arts?

Are students expected to copy assignments into their agenda books?

Yes, students are expected to copy the assignment off my 
blackboard "word for word" into their assignment books; then I or 
one of their classmates, representing me, will sign their book 
with my initials ( sdl).

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Is there language arts homework every night?

No, there is not language arts homework every night, and often 
times my students have more than one evening to complete my 
homework assignments. I do this because of all the outside 
activities they do. This gives them the opportunity and the 
RESPONSIBILTY to determine when it is best to complete 
their homework obligations.

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Are writing assignments to be completed at home for homework?

No. Seventh grade writing never goes home to be worked on.  All 
writing is done solely in class and remains in the classroom.

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How are grades tabulated for language arts?

Students grades are tabulated in the following way:
Classwork is 20%
Homework is 20%
Quizzes are 20%
Projects/Presentations are 20%
Tests are 20%

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