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

1. How do I contact Mr. Jurick?
2. Can I turn in homework assignments late?
3. How will I be evaluated in this class?
4. What are the classroom rules? What are the consequences for breaking these?
5. When are tutorials?
6. What do you mean by 'respect'?
7. Does the Honor Pledge have to be on EVERYTHING I turn in? If so, why?
8. What if I am absent?
9. Do I have to use the Cornell style notes?

How do I contact Mr. Jurick?

You can e-mail me at jurickp@stpiusx.org or just click on the 'e-mail' icon 
in the upper right corner of the home page.  You can also meet with me 
before 
or after school, or at lunch.  I want you to be successful in my class, so I 
will be avaliable to help you.

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Can I turn in homework assignments late?

Well, that depends on which course you are in.

For THEOLOGY I: Yes, assignments will be accepted one (1) day late for a 
possible 80 on the assignment.  After that, it becomes a zero.  You are 
responsible for turning in the assignment if it is late -- I will not ask 
you for it! 

For WORLD RELIGIONS, BUSINESS LAW and INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS: No, late 
assignments are 
not accepted.  As upper-classmen/women, you can take responsibility for 
getting your work in on time.

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How will I be evaluated in this class?

You will be evaluated through testing, projects, quizzes, homework, and 
class participation.   Your average will be calculated using the following 
percentages:

Theology I:
Tests                     45%
Quizzes                   30%
Homework               20%
Participation	    5%
          
Theology IV
Tests             45% 
Quizzes           30%
Homework          25%

Business Law and International Business:
Tests/Projects              45%
Quizzes/Small Projects    30%
Homework                 25%

Participation includes daily preparation for class, participation in class, 
and behavior.  Everyone begins the quarter with 100 points, and points are 
deducted for infractions.

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What are the classroom rules? What are the consequences for breaking these?

1.  ALL rules in th Student Handbook apply to the students in this classroom.
2.  Follow directions, both verbal and written.
3.  Respect the rights and property of the other students and the teacher.
4.  Raise your hand to speak.
5.  Do not interrupt someone when they are talking.
6.  Use appropriate language at all times.
7.  Be prepared for class.

For each offense your participation grade (if applicable)will be lowered 
three (3) points.  After three offenses , your parents will be contacted and 
the Dean of Students will get involved.  (This, of course, depends upon the 
severity of the offense.)  If the behavior continues, the severity of the 
consequences will increase.

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When are tutorials?

Tutorials are on Wednesdays from 3:15 to 4:00.  You can also make an 
appointment to meet with me.

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What do you mean by 'respect'?

First of all, I define 'respect' as treating everyone with kindness and 
courtesy as all are made in the image and likeness of God.  I also see 
respect as the following:

   R -- responsibility => you are responsible for your own actions
   E -- experience => we are all shaped by our own different experiences
   S -- sacredness => all life is sacred
   P -- preparation => come to class prepared to learn
   E -- effort => if you put forth the effort, you will succeed in anything
   C -- commitment => make the commitment to do your best everyday
   T -- trust => trust that each of us will be shown the respect we deserve

In other words, just treat others as you would like to be treated.  
Simple enough?

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Does the Honor Pledge have to be on EVERYTHING I turn in? If so, why?

YES, the Honor Pledge has to be on everything you turn in to me -- no 
exceptions!  Any work that does not have the Honor Pledge WRITTEN 
IN FULL AND SIGNED will recieve a zero.

Now, why is this so important?  By writing the Honor Pledge on your work, 
you are tell me (and the world) that you are an honorable person and the 
work that you have done is your own, not stolen from someone else.  If you 
cheat or plagiarize, you dishonor yourself and your peers.  How, then, can 
your friends and teachers trust you?

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What if I am absent?

If you are absent or miss a class, you are expected and are responsible for 
obtaining the missed work.  You will have the number of days absent 
plus one day to turn this work in.  In the case of a test or quiz, 
arrangements will be made. In the case of a test, all make-up tests will be 
given on the Wednesday after you return, at lunch.  Please note:  if you are 
present for the review and absent the day of the test, you will take the 
test on the day you return.

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Do I have to use the Cornell style notes?

Yes.  The Cornell note-taking system is an excellent way to organize and 
study your notes.  It may seem difficult at first, but you will soon see how 
it can help you study for quizzes and tests.

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