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

1. When may I phone Mrs. Poole?
2. When can I come for tutoring or help with school work?
3. How is homework graded?
4. What if I don't finish my work in class?
5. Does effort count in grading?
6. What should I do if another student teases or bothers me?
7. How does detention work?
8. What are our Classroom Expectations?
9. What are our Classroom Guidelines?
10. How does our class reward system work?
11. What are the consequences for not meeting Classroom Expectations?
12. What should I do when I first enter the classroom?
13. What if I fall behind in my work or don't understand the material?

When may I phone Mrs. Poole?

My conference/planning time (11:07 - 12:49) are the best times to 
call.  My telephone number is 428-2590.  At other times, please 
feel free to leave a message on voice mail.

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When can I come for tutoring or help with school work?

Please feel free to drop in on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday 
mornings, between 7:45 and 8:10.  I can also meet with you most 
afternoons after school, if you let me know you're planning to 
come for tutoring.

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How is homework graded?

Homework assignments are graded on an "effort" basis.  If you 
make a good-faith attempt to finish the assignment, you can 
receive full credit.

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What if I don't finish my work in class?

Any work not completed in class should be finished at home and 
will be graded as usual (either daily grade or project grade).

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Does effort count in grading?

Absolutely!  If you try your best, your grades will reflect your 
effort -- even if you don't finish an assignment.

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What should I do if another student teases or bothers me?

Please let me know right away -- don't suffer in silence!

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How does detention work?

Each team has its own detention times, some at lunch and some 
after school.

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What are our Classroom Expectations?

Our Expectations are...

1. Use the right voice at the right time.
2. Treat others as you want them to treat you.
3. Keep hands and feet to self.
4. Start on time and stay on task.
5. Follow directions.

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What are our Classroom Guidelines?

Guidelines cover "going the extra mile."  
Think...CREATE!

Caring, Respect, Effort, Attitude, Teamwork, Enthusiasm

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How does our class reward system work?

Students earn tickets for class participation and SuperStars for 
achieving our Guidelines (Caring, Respect, Effort, Attitude, 
Teamwork, Enthusiasm).  One class dollar equals 10 tickets or 5 
SuperStars or a weekly 80% or higher in behavior.  90% or higher 
in weekly behavior equals two class dollars.  Students can use 
class dollars to buy juice, healthy snacks, or prizes.  Students 
can also earn free time and choice activities.

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What are the consequences for not meeting Classroom Expectations?

All students receive a "free warning" for the first non-
severe failure to meet expectations.  After that, consequences 
are applied for each successive failure to meet expectations.

1. Warning.
2. 5 minutes away from group.
3. 10 minutes away from group.
4. Phone call home.
5. After-school detention.

For severe violations of school or classroom rules, a student may 
receive an office referral.

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What should I do when I first enter the classroom?

Come into the classroom calmly.
Fill out your Agenda with the day's assignments.
Complete the class Warm-up or Journal writing.
Finish any make-up work or read quietly.

Come see me and tell me this answer to receive a ticket!

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What if I fall behind in my work or don't understand the material?

Come see me!  Don't let the work pile up on you.  I'll be happy 
to help, even if it's work for a class I don't teach you.

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