Hello My Name Is...
Dr. Daniel Onyeagba
TEACHER- 6TH GRADE
SOCIAL STUDIES/SCIENCE
6TH GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES/SCIENCE SYLLABUS Dr. Onyeagba 2022-2023
I am an
experienced educator with twenty two years (22) in education with Georgia
Teaching Certification: • Middle Grades (4-8) [FLD809] • Middle Grades (4-8) –
Mathematics [FLD851] • Middle Grades (4-8) Science [FLD854] • Middle Grades
(4-8) Social Science [FLD854] • Reading Endorsement [FLD833]. Gifted Certified
This is my second year
at Chestnut Log Middle School and the warm welcome by the principal and the
entire staff was unbelievable and I am delighted to be a member of CLMS family.
One of my paramount goals as an educator is to continuously push my students to
think outside of the classroom and prepare them to the challenges of the global
world and diversity as they prepare to be competitive with other students
around the world.
Virtual Opening House
Click on the link to enter Dr. Onyeagba's virtual classroom
Monday, August 1, 2022 at 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Google Meet joining info
Opening House
VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
Click here
for Sneak-A-Peek Google Meets Link
Digital Learning Days:
All assignments can be found in Google Classroom. Please go to Classlink (portal.dcssga.org) and select Google Classroom to view and complete assignments.
Digital Learning plan.
Go to google classroom and choose your class.
https://classroom.google.com/h
You can also use the Douglas county portal to get to Google Classroom
https://launchpad.classlink.com/home
Google Meets Class Links:
https://classroom.google.com/c/NTM3MjEwMzI2Njg3?cjc=qqwxrif – 3rd Period Social Studies CODE qqwrif
https://meet.google.com/haj-eiid-pmq – 4th Period Social Skills CODE h5ecbk6
https://classroom.google.com/c/NTM3MjEwMzI3NDI4?cjc=zc7eo6t– 5th Period Social Studies CODE: zc7eo6t
https://classroom.google.com/c/NTM3MjExOTk3ODYz?cjc=4oz66ja– 6th Period Social Studies CODE: 4oz66ja
https://meet.google.com/ify-tepg-cyr - 7th Advanced Science CODE: 4sm53a3
Classroom management plan
CHESTNUT
LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
“Creating Excellence Together”
TEACHER: DR. ONYEAGBA
In an effort to create an environment that is safe and
conducive for learning, and to help the classroom run smoothly, here are the
rules and procedures students are expected to follow.
CLASS RULES
- Be
prepared to learn.
- Come
to class on time.
- Have
all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,)
- Be
seated and quite, unless otherwise instructed.
- Be
respectful.
- Respect
and obey all school and classroom rules and procedures.
- Respect
all adults.
- Respect
each other.
- Do
not use profanity.
- Do
not remove, vandalize, or destroy others’ property.
- Do
not insult or “jone” others in class.
- Refrain
from disruptive classroom behavior.
- Talking
across the room or yelling out.
- Insulting
others or “joining”.
- Fighting,
arguing, or using profanity.
- Grooming
in class.
- Eating,
drinking, or chewing gum in class.
- Bringing
personal items to class to show off.
- Walking,
running, playing, or out of seat without permission.
CLASS PROCEDURES
MORNING ROUTINE
- FIRST FIVE
- Enter
class quietly
- Have
all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,) ready
- Sit
on your assigned seat.
- Copy
your agenda message
- Start
on your Bear time activity
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Always
listen carefully to complete directions that are given. Wait for the teacher to give the
signal to begin. Then, carry out the
activity/procedure as instructed.
LECTURES/DISCUSSION:
1. Listen
attentively to the person speaking.
2. If
you have a comment or question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher
calls on you.
PEER/GROUP WORK: Speak in low voices so only those you are
working
with can hear you.
INDIVIDUAL WORK/QUIZZES/TESTS:
1. No
talking.
2. No
sharing.
3. No
copying.
4. If
you have a question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher can address
you.
HAND SIGNAL: In some cases, the teacher will stand
quietly and raise his/her
hand to get students’
attention. When you see the teacher
raise his/her hand:
1. Stop
what you are doing.
2. Stop
talking.
3. Turn
toward the teacher.
4. Listen
for instructions.
CONSEQUENCES
Failure to follow the class rules and procedures will result
in the following actions:
1. Verbal
warning or reminder of the rules and procedures.
2. Written
assignment to be assigned by parent or guardian.
3. Phone
call to parent or guardian.
4. After-school
detention.
5. Isolation.
In cases of severe infractions (fighting, weapons, or
cursing the teacher) students are automatically referred to an administrator.
Please sign below, indicating
that you have read and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for the
class. Return it to Dr. Onyeagba.
I have read, and agree to the rules, procedures, and
consequences for this class.
_______________________________________ ____________________________
STUDENT’S
SIGNATURE DATE
_______________________________________ ____________________________
PARENT’S OR
GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE
CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
“Creating Excellence Together”
TEACHER: DR. ONYEAGBA
In an effort to create an environment that is safe and conducive for learning, and to help the classroom run smoothly, here are the rules and procedures students are expected to follow.
CLASS RULES
- Be prepared to learn.
- Come to class on time.
- Have all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,)
- Be seated and quite, unless otherwise instructed.
- Be respectful.
- Respect and obey all school and classroom rules and procedures.
- Respect all adults.
- Respect each other.
- Do not use profanity.
- Do not remove, vandalize, or destroy others’ property.
- Do not insult or “jone” others in class.
- Refrain from disruptive classroom behavior.
- Talking across the room or yelling out.
- Insulting others or “joining”.
- Fighting, arguing, or using profanity.
- Grooming in class.
- Eating, drinking, or chewing gum in class.
- Bringing personal items to class to show off.
- Walking, running, playing, or out of seat without permission.
CLASS PROCEDURES
MORNING ROUTINE
- FIRST FIVE
- Enter class quietly
- Have all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,) ready
- Sit on your assigned seat.
- Copy your agenda message
- Start on your Bear time activity
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Always listen carefully to complete directions that are given. Wait for the teacher to give the signal to begin. Then, carry out the activity/procedure as instructed.
LECTURES/DISCUSSION:
- Listen attentively to the person speaking.
- If you have a comment or question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher calls on you.
PEER/GROUP WORK: Speak in low voices so only those you are working
with can hear you.
INDIVIDUAL WORK/QUIZZES/TESTS:
- No talking.
- No sharing.
- No copying.
- If you have a question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher can address you.
HAND SIGNAL: In some cases, the teacher will stand quietly and raise his/her
hand to get students’ attention. When you see the teacher raise his/her hand:
- Stop what you are doing.
- Stop talking.
- Turn toward the teacher.
- Listen for instructions.
CONSEQUENCES
Failure to follow the class rules and procedures will result in the following actions:
- Verbal warning or reminder of the rules and procedures.
- Written assignment to be assigned by parent or guardian.
- Phone call to parent or guardian.
- After-school detention.
- Isolation.
In cases of severe infractions (fighting, weapons, or cursing the teacher) students are automatically referred to an administrator.
Please sign below, indicating that you have read and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for the class. Return it to Dr. Onyeagba.
I have read, and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for this class.
_______________________________________ ____________________________
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE DATE
_______________________________________ ____________________________
PARENT’S OR GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE
CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
“Creating Excellence Together”
TEACHER: DR. ONYEAGBA
In an effort to create an environment that is safe and conducive for learning, and to help the classroom run smoothly, here are the rules and procedures students are expected to follow.
CLASS RULES
- Be prepared to learn.
- Come to class on time.
- Have all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,)
- Be seated and quite, unless otherwise instructed.
- Be respectful.
- Respect and obey all school and classroom rules and procedures.
- Respect all adults.
- Respect each other.
- Do not use profanity.
- Do not remove, vandalize, or destroy others’ property.
- Do not insult or “jone” others in class.
- Refrain from disruptive classroom behavior.
- Talking across the room or yelling out.
- Insulting others or “joining”.
- Fighting, arguing, or using profanity.
- Grooming in class.
- Eating, drinking, or chewing gum in class.
- Bringing personal items to class to show off.
- Walking, running, playing, or out of seat without permission.
CLASS PROCEDURES
MORNING ROUTINE
- FIRST FIVE
- Enter class quietly
- Have all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,) ready
- Sit on your assigned seat.
- Copy your agenda message
- Start on your Bear time activity
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Always listen carefully to complete directions that are given. Wait for the teacher to give the signal to begin. Then, carry out the activity/procedure as instructed.
LECTURES/DISCUSSION:
- Listen attentively to the person speaking.
- If you have a comment or question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher calls on you.
PEER/GROUP WORK: Speak in low voices so only those you are working
with can hear you.
INDIVIDUAL WORK/QUIZZES/TESTS:
- No talking.
- No sharing.
- No copying.
- If you have a question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher can address you.
HAND SIGNAL: In some cases, the teacher will stand quietly and raise his/her
hand to get students’ attention. When you see the teacher raise his/her hand:
- Stop what you are doing.
- Stop talking.
- Turn toward the teacher.
- Listen for instructions.
CONSEQUENCES
Failure to follow the class rules and procedures will result in the following actions:
- Verbal warning or reminder of the rules and procedures.
- Written assignment to be assigned by parent or guardian.
- Phone call to parent or guardian.
- After-school detention.
- Isolation.
In cases of severe infractions (fighting, weapons, or cursing the teacher) students are automatically referred to an administrator.
Please sign below, indicating that you have read and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for the class. Return it to Dr. Onyeagba.
I have read, and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for this class.
_______________________________________ ____________________________
STUDENT’S SIGNATURE DATE
_______________________________________ ____________________________
PARENT’S OR GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE
I will use Remind to communicate important information to parents and student for the 2022-2023 school year. Please click the link below to join my Remind group
https://www.remind.com/classes/76gbkk/messages/stream/2dc6e452-fe36-416a-ac33-507cc19df205
2022-2023 6th Grade Social Studies/Science
CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
2022-2023
SCHOOL WEBSITE: CLMS.DCSSGA.ORG
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SUBJECT NAME
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SOCIAL STUDIES
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TEACHER NAME
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DR. DANIEL ONYEAGBA
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TEACHER EMAIL
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daniel.onyeagba @dcssga.org
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PHONE
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770-651-5133
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TIME
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CLASS
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TUTORING DAY(s) AND TIME(s)
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1ST PERIOD
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8:30-9:58
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Planning
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MONDAY- FRIDAY
7:30 am-8:30 am
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2ND PERIOD
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10:02-10:55
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Planning
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3RD PERIOD
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10:59-11:52
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Social Studies
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4TH PERIOD
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11:56-1:18
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B.E.A.R. DOWN (STUDY SKILLS)
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5TH PERIOD
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1:22-2:15
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Social Studies
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6TH PERIOD
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2:19-3:12
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Social Studies
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7TH PERIOD
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3:16-4:10
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Advanced Science
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COURSE OBJECTIVE
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In sixth grade, students willbe able to learn about geography, history, and culture in global regions. Students will analyze regional, physical, and cultural characteristics of places to determine how those factors influenced, and continue to influence, people who live there.
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UNITS OF STUDY
(add or delete rows as needed)
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION (1 SENTENCE)
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UNIT 1
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CONNECTING THEMES: Themes of Geography
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UNIT 2
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Europe: Location, Geography, and Environmental issues
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UNIT 3
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Europe: Culture and History: Describe the diversity of languages spoken within Europe
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UNIT 4
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Europe: Government and Economy: Compare and contrast various forms of government
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UNIT 5
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Latin American: Location, Geography, and Government: Explain the impact of environmental issues in Latin America
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Textbook Information
(provide link & code if online)
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GALLOPADE
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Grading Policy:
Test/Projects=40%
Classwork=30%
Quizzes=25%
Homework=5%
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Grading Scale:
A = 105-90
B = 89 to 80
C = 79 to 71
D= 70
F = 69 and below
|
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DUE DATES AND LATE WORK:
|
- ●All work missed due to an excused absence must be made up by the student within a reasonable time, or receive zeros in work missed.It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher for make-up work.
- ●Work that is not submitted to the teacher on the assigned due date will not result in full credit. If a student is present in class, he/she is expected to turn in work at the time it is requested. Late work will be accepted up to three days after the due date and assessed a penalty of 10 points for each day up to three days only.
- ●All students may receive credit for completing makeup work after an excused absence. A student will be given as many days as he/she was absent from that class to make up assignments and tests. Teachers are not required to provide assignments to students prior to an absence.If a student needs to complete an assignment that must be completed in the classroom, they should schedule a time with the teacher.
|
|
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
(no more than 3 added to the first 2…total of 5)
|
- ●Follow all DCSS and CLMS behavior expectations
- ●Bear Time
- ○Enter the classroom quietly
- ○Sit in your assigned seat
- ○Get your materials ready
- ○Check your Google Classroom daily message
- ○Start your bear time activity
- ●
|
|
HOMEWORK
|
- ●Students are expected to read independently for at least 30 minutes each night.
- ●Your child may also have to complete work that they didn’t complete in class.
- ●Your child may have assigned homework from my class. Homework assignments will be listed on Google Classroom/Calendar
|
|
ALL ELA CLASSES: Accelerated Reader (AR) Expectations
|
- ●Students will visit the media center with their ELA class every other week. However, they may visit on their own as often as needed.
- ●Each student will be given an AR goal and must take at least 1 AR test every 2 weeks.
|
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COMMUNICATION
EXPECTATIONS
|
- ●Students are expected to check Google Classroom within the first five minutes of every class period for assignments, due dates, and other information
- ●Students sending an email are encouraged to use the following guidelines when emailing a school employee
|
Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism, taking someone else’s work or ideas and passing it off as your own, is not allowed and may result in a grade of a zero.
Verification and sign-off:
I have reviewed the Syllabus with my child and we understand the procedures and expectations for this class.
Please Click (EXAMPLE; You will need to make a form for your class - https://forms.gle/zKeYb2RpW3P3G9TN7) to digitally submit your signature and complete additional parent information.
OR
OPTION TO SAVE PAPER https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qXx5vmtXlXSvtcSI1eC5Byka_3pd4nT6MjlsoovL6CA/edit?usp=sharing
Please
visit Google Classroom and Remind on daily basis
CHESTNUT LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
2022-2023
SCHOOL WEBSITE: CLMS.DCSSGA.ORG
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SUBJECT NAME
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Earth Science
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TEACHER NAME
|
DR. DANIEL ONYEAGBA
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TIME
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CLASS
|
|
TUTORING DAY(s) AND TIME(s)
|
|
1ST PERIOD
|
8:30-9:58
|
Planning
|
MONDAYS-FRIDAYS
7:30 AM-8:30 AM
|
|
2ND PERIOD
|
10:02-10:55
|
Planning
|
|
3RD PERIOD
|
10:59-11:52
|
Social Studies
|
|
4TH PERIOD
|
11:56-1:18
|
B.E.A.R. DOWN (STUDY SKILLS)
|
|
5TH PERIOD
|
1:22-2:15
|
Social Studies
|
|
6TH PERIOD
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2:19-3:12
|
Social Studies
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7TH PERIOD
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3:16-4:10
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Earth Science
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COURSE OBJECTIVE
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The Sixth Grade Georgia Standards of Excellence for science are designed to give all students an overview of common
strands in earth science including, but not limited to, meteorology, geology, astronomy, and oceanography.
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UNITS OF STUDY
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BRIEF DESCRIPTION (1 SENTENCE)
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UNIT 1
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Solar System & Beyond: students will learn about current theories on the
creation of the Universe and the positions of the Solar System and Milky Way Galaxy.
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UNIT 2
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Earth-Moon- Sun: students will learn about the positions of the Earth,
Moon and Sun and how changes in the positions affect each celestial body.
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UNIT 3
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Earth’s Changing Landscape: students will learn about how Earth’s surface is formed.
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UNIT 4
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Water in Earth’s Processes: students will learn about how natural processes like
weathering, erosion and deposition, causes incremental changes to the environment.
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UNIT 5
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Climate and Weather: students will learn how the changes in climate and
weather is caused by fluctuations in the water cycle or the transfer of heat
between atmospheric levels.
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Textbook Information
(provide link & code if online)
|
EARTH SCIENCE GEORGIA EDITION -MCDOUGAL LITTELL
|
|
Grading Policy:
Test/Projects=40%
Classwork=30%
Quizzes=25%
Homework=5%
|
Grading Scale:
A = 105-90
B = 89 to 80
C = 79 to 71
D= 70
F = 69 and below
|
|
DUE DATES AND LATE WORK:
|
- ●All work missed due to an excused absence must be made up by the student within a reasonable time, or receive zeros in work missed.It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements with the teacher for make-up work.
- ●Work that is not submitted to the teacher on the assigned due date will not result in full credit. If a student is present in class, he/she is expected to turn in work at the time it is requested. Late work will be accepted up to three days after the due date and assessed a penalty of 10 points for each day up to three days only.
- ●All students may receive credit for completing makeup work after an excused absence. A student will be given as many days as he/she was absent from that class to make up assignments and tests. Teachers are not required to provide assignments to students prior to an absence.If a student needs to complete an assignment that must be completed in the classroom, they should schedule a time with the teacher.
|
|
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
(no more than 3 added to the first 2…total of 5)
|
- ●Follow all DCSS and CLMS behavior expectations
- ●Bear Time
- ○Enter the classroom quietly
- ○Sit in your assigned seat
- ○Get your materials ready
- ○Check your Google Classroom daily message
- ○Start your bear time activity
- ●
|
|
HOMEWORK
|
- ●Students are expected to read independently for at least 30 minutes each night.
- ●Your child may also have to complete work that they didn’t complete in class.
- ●Your child may have assigned homework from my class. Homework assignments will be listed on Google Classroom/Calendar
|
|
ALL ELA CLASSES: Accelerated Reader (AR) Expectations
|
- ●Students will visit the media center with their ELA class every other week. However, they may visit on their own as often as needed.
- ●Each student will be given an AR goal and must take at least 1 AR test every 2 weeks.
|
|
COMMUNICATION
EXPECTATIONS
|
- ●Students are expected to check Google Classroom within the first five minutes of every class period for assignments, due dates, and other information
- ●Students sending an email are encouraged to use the following guidelines when emailing a school employee
|
Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism, taking someone else’s work or ideas and passing it off as your own, is not allowed and may result in a grade of a zero.
Verification and sign-off:
I have reviewed the Syllabus with my child and we understand the procedures and expectations for this class.
Please Click (EXAMPLE; You will need to make a form for your class - https://forms.gle/zKeYb2RpW3P3G9TN7) to digitally submit your signature and complete additional parent information.
OR
OPTION TO SAVE PAPER https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qXx5vmtXlXSvtcSI1eC5Byka_3pd4nT6MjlsoovL6CA/edit?usp=sharing
CHESTNUT
LOG MIDDLE SCHOOL
“Creating Excellence Together”
TEACHER: DR. ONYEAGBA
In an effort to create an environment that is safe and
conducive for learning, and to help the classroom run smoothly, here are the
rules and procedures students are expected to follow.
CLASS RULES MANAGEMENT PLAN
- Be
prepared to learn.
- Come
to class on time.
- Have
all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,)
- Be
seated and quite, unless otherwise instructed.
- Be
respectful.
- Respect
and obey all school and classroom rules and procedures.
- Respect
all adults.
- Respect
each other.
- Do
not use profanity.
- Do
not remove, vandalize, or destroy others’ property.
- Do
not insult or “jone” others in class.
- Refrain
from disruptive classroom behavior.
- Talking
across the room or yelling out.
- Insulting
others or “joining”.
- Fighting,
arguing, or using profanity.
- Grooming
in class.
- Eating,
drinking, or chewing gum in class.
- Bringing
personal items to class to show off.
- Walking,
running, playing, or out of seat without permission.
CLASS PROCEDURES
MORNING ROUTINE
- FIRST FIVE
- Enter
class quietly
- Have
all the necessary materials (books, paper, pens, homework, etc.,) ready
- Sit
on your assigned seat.
- Copy
your agenda message
- Start
on your Bear time activity
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
Always
listen carefully to complete directions that are given. Wait for the teacher to give the
signal to begin. Then, carry out the
activity/procedure as instructed.
LECTURES/DISCUSSION:
1. Listen
attentively to the person speaking.
2. If
you have a comment or question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher
calls on you.
PEER/GROUP WORK: Speak in low voices so only those you are
working
with can hear you.
INDIVIDUAL WORK/QUIZZES/TESTS:
1. No
talking.
2. No
sharing.
3. No
copying.
4. If
you have a question, raise your hand and wait until the teacher can address
you.
HAND SIGNAL: In some cases, the teacher will stand
quietly and raise his/her
hand to get students’
attention. When you see the teacher
raise his/her hand:
1. Stop
what you are doing.
2. Stop
talking.
3. Turn
toward the teacher.
4. Listen
for instructions.
CONSEQUENCES
Failure to follow the class rules and procedures will result
in the following actions:
1. Verbal
warning or reminder of the rules and procedures.
2. Written
assignment to be assigned by parent or guardian.
3. Phone
call to parent or guardian.
4. After-school
detention.
5. Isolation.
In cases of severe infractions (fighting, weapons, or
cursing the teacher) students are automatically referred to an administrator.
Please sign below, indicating
that you have read and agree to the rules, procedures, and consequences for the
class. Return it to Dr. Onyeagba.
I have read, and agree to the rules, procedures, and
consequences for this class.
_______________________________________ ____________________________
STUDENT’S
SIGNATURE DATE
_______________________________________ ____________________________
PARENT’S OR
GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE DATE