Mr. Cook’s Class Procedures
First a note from Mr.Cook,
Welcome to my Integrated Science class. It is my goal to help you become an efficient, responsible, and lifelong learning adult. As an instructor, I pride myself on an efficient and smooth running classroom. To achieve this I have established a few simple procedures. As a student, it is your responsibility to learn and perform these procedures. Through these procedures, I promise to you a more organized and effective learning experience.
Entering the Classroom
You are to enter the classroom without screaming, running or otherwise causing a ruckus. It is expected that as soon as you enter you first go to the front of the room and pickup any handouts or hand in homework in the appropriate tray. You should then get anything you need from around the room (grade check, pencil sharpening, tissue, etc.). Once seated, check the front screen for the daily bell ringer. You should also check the front marker board for the day's assignment (write it down so you don't forget) and objective. You can also use this time to briefly speak with me or make an appointment to make-up a test or get extra help.
Bell ringer
Everyday will begin with a bell ringer. You will find the bell ringer on the front screen. Bell ringers should be started before the bell rings. Most bell ringers will involve preparation for the ACT test you will take at least one throughout your high school career. Other times the bell ringer may be to answer a question or reflect on previous knowledge.
Picking up Materials for Day
Handouts that you will need on a given day will be found at the front of the room on the lab table. If there aren’t any there, you don't need to pick up anything, just begin the dailybell ringer.If you arrive late and picking up the handouts will cause a distraction, sign-in, go to your seat, and raise your hand when it is appropriate to do so.
Homework/Classwork/Labs/Notes
Homework/classwork will be taken up and graded randomly. You should complete all work because you will not know when I am going to take a grade. All major labs will be graded. Just because something has a grade on it does not mean it will be calculated into your final grade.
Group Activities
Working in groups will be a common occurrence. I have zero tolerance for horseplay and goofing off during lab activities or other group work situations. I expect everyone in the group to take full responsibility for their share of the workload. Grades may be assigned to the group assignment.
Arriving Late
When you enter the room late (with or without a pass) you need not disturb the class. Simply sign your name and the appropriate information on the clipboard by the door. Print your name clearly with the time you arrived. If you have a pass, place in on the clipboard. If you must speak with me, sign-in, go to your seat, and raise your hand when it is appropriate to do so. Anyone late for any reason is late!!
Dismissing Class
The bell does not dismiss the class, I do. Do not pack up until I dismiss the class. Do not leave your seats until I dismiss the class. "People who pack fast shall leave last."
Absences
On the day you return from an absence you should arrive early to class. The first thing to do is check the “While You Were Out” tray located on the back table. Then you should ask a dependable classmate for missing notes and daily bell ringers before or after class. If there is nothing there please speak with me before class begins, after class, or during office hours.
Extra Handouts
If you need a handout, because you were absent or just lost your first one, go to the appropriate "extra handouts" tray located on the back table. Do not ask me for handouts, go straight to the box.
Make-Up Work Policy
You will be allowed the same number of days to complete make-up work/tests, as you were absent. (You miss Monday and Tuesday then you have 2 days to make-up work/tests). Remember make-ups are only for excused absences.
Leaving the Classroom
This will be at the teacher’s discretion. The bathroom may only be used in emergencies. You must sign out and take the pass with you. No one will be allowed to leave the first or last 10 minutes of class! Do not ask to use the bathroom or go to your locker before class begins; just go before you get to class. The only exception is if you think you are going to be sick…get out QUICK!!!!!!!