1.) Grading System
A.) Examinations 40 %
Exams make up the majority of a student’s quarter average. It is
extremely important that students fully prepare for each exam. Students
can expect to receive TWO major exams each quarter as well as a
number of smaller quizzes. Extra help will be provided before each
exam.
B.) Projects/DBQs/Essays 20%
During each marking period, students will be required to complete TWO
projects. Some examples of these projects include outside reading,
document-based question assignments, and thematic essays. Students
will be given time during class to work on certain projects, but students
must also work on projects at home.
C.) Current Event Assignments 20%
The Current Event Assignment is outlined on a separate sheet.
D.) Homework 10%
Homework will be assigned ALMOST every night. Each Sunday, Mr.
Turano will post a weekly homework sheet on his blog
(www.mrturano.wordpress.com). This blog post will outline homework
as well as other various other assignments for the entire week. If a
student has difficulty accessing a computer, he/she may request a hard-
copy of the homework sheet. If such a request is made, each student will
only receive ONE homework sheet. If a student loses his/her homework
sheet, it is his/her responsibility to make a photocopy or refer to the
blog.
While there is not an official homework format, students are
expected to complete each assignment on loose-leaf paper or by using a
word process like WordPerfect of Microsoft Word. Please make sure that
each homework assignment is done neatly and accurately. Students
who do not put effort into their homework assignments will not
receive any credit!!!
E.) Class Participation & Attendance 10%
Students are expected to attend class every day. Excessive absences will
inevitably force the instructor to lower a student’s grade. While in class,
students are actively encouraged to participate. Some students may be
hesitant to participate at first, but as they become more comfortable in
the classroom environment, they are expected to add their input to class
discussions and debates.
2.) Classroom Behavior
Students are expected to adhere to the following guidelines at all times:
A.) Students must arrive to class ON TIME!!! After the 2nd bell, the
classroom door will be closed. If a student comes in the classroom after
the 2nd bell, he or she will be regarded as late. After a student is late
three times, a parent will be contacted. If the problem is not corrected
after a phone call home, more serious actions will be taken.
B.) After the 2nd bell, students must be prepared to work. At the
beginning of each class, students are expected to follow the instructions
written on the blackboard. The following outline illustrates how a typical
class should run:
Students arrive to class on time, sit in their seats, and immediately
take out their notebooks, folders, and their homework assignment.
All other items, including bags and materials for other classes
must be put away.
Students pass up their homework assignments to the front of each
row.
Students complete the DO-NOW assignment written on the
blackboard.
For the remainder of the class period, students will attentive to the
class being taught. Students WILL NOT:
a.) Partake in side conversations with other students.
b.) Use any type of electronic devices (cellphones, I-Pods)
c.) Eat, drink, or chew gum. Drinking water is appropriate
d.) Get out of their seats without permission.
4.) Absences
Students should be prepared to arrive to class everyday on-time. If a
student misses a class for any reason, he or she must bring in the
homework assignment the following day. Each student must also make
up any notes or assignments.
Makeup tests will not be given during class. If a student misses a
quiz or exam, he or she must be prepared to take the test at 7:30 AM to
next morning.