Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of students and parents.

1. Why is there so little homework?
2. What is the grading policy?
3. When do I make-up work I have missed?
4. What happens when work is turned in late?
5. How can students improve their grades?
6. What do you expect from your students?
7. What about discipline?
8. Is there a way to contact the teachers?

Why is there so little homework?

We 'practice' in the classroom as much as possible.  When 
academic work is done at home, sometimes there is too much 
confusion and aggravation to make it worthwhile.  We'd prefer to 
avoid this as much as possible.  Most homework will consist of 
studying for tests and keeping up with their reading.

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What is the grading policy?

Students' grades will be calculated from numerous activities, 
quizzes and tests.  Classwork grades are given primarily on an 
effort basis. . . but we reserve the right to grade on accuracy 
every now and then!  We will be writing frequently, but not all 
writing will be graded.  There will be a six weeks test in each 
subject that will count as 25% of their six weeks grade.

Parents and students have access to grades online.  Please be 
reasonable with your expectations - some things take a bit of 
time to grade!

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When do I make-up work I have missed?

All work is the responsibility of the student and arrangements 
need to made with us.  It needs to be completed and turned in 
within 5 school days.

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What happens when work is turned in late?

Any work that is not turned in when due will receive 80% credit.  
After one week, the grade will be recorded as '0'.

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How can students improve their grades?

Grades can be improved in several ways.  One of the best ways is 
to be in class and involved EVERY DAY!  Getting behind is a 
definite grade killer.  Active participation and 100% effort will 
make a HUGE difference.  And finally, chat less and think more!
Learning to think for themselves is something that will help 
them - always!

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What do you expect from your students?

We expect all students to treat all other human beings with 
respect.  That respect extends to not only the students' physical 
being, but their thoughts, dreams, hopes, belongings and every 
other aspect of that person.

We expect EFFORT!

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What about discipline?

We usually don't have many discipline problems in class.  We have 
high expectations of our students and find they usually respond 
accordingly. However, if a student chooses to continually disrupt 
class or not complete assignments, we will have a conference with 
the student, contact 
parents, or refer them to the office for additional consequences.

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Is there a way to contact the teachers?

E-mail addresses: 
greenm@btcs.org  
smithtm@btcs.org   
wexlerd@btcs.org 
You may also call the office(423)652-9449 or team phone 652-
9577.  Our voice mail is not working at the moment, so leaving a 
message with the office is probably best.

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