Mrs. Janis Prather

jprather@nccisd.net

 

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Course List
  • 7th Technology Apps.
     
  • 7th Science
     
  • Desktop Publishing
     
  • JH Physical Education
     
  • TAKS Science Enrichment

 

 
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Grading Procedures

  • My grading procedure is going to be 80% daily grade 20% test grade.
  • There are trays for each class period for students to place homework / class work
  • Student Folders - students may pick up graded / corrected papers, and other information to be stored in folder
     
  • Absences:  Students are responsible for obtaining missed assignments. Upon student's return, he/she is responsible for asking teacher for make-up work.  All tests and other assignments must be made up within three days of return to school.
  • Extra Credit Policy for 7th grade:
     
    • 1. Fridays are current event days for extra credit.
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    • The articles must be an up to date news event for Science or Technology.
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    • Extra credit must be completed at home.
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    • For full credit reports must be given orally and a neatly written report with correct heading must be turn in.
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    • 2. Credit for AR reading will be given.  The book must be a science related subject for science credit and a technology related subject for technology application credit. Student must bring a report with the percentage and points earned for each book read.
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    • No extra credit can be turned in after the 5th week of the sixth week.

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    Classroom Rules

    • Come to class on time. Standing outside the door and rushing in after the bell has begun to ring will constitute a tardy. You must be INSIDE the door and in your seat when it begins ringing to be counted on time.
       

    • Attend to personal needs before coming to class. If you are out of the classroom you are missing something important. So please do not ask for a pass unless you have a true emergency.
       

    • Do not chew gum or eat candy or other food in class unless you have been given special permission. School sponsored sales will be permitted during the last 5 minutes of class IF we are finished with the lesson and permission is granted. Be sure to ask first.
       

    • Bring required materials every day unless you are otherwise directed. Talk only when permitted. Be aware of the situation since quiet talking is allowed in some situations and speaking to the entire group without raising your hand may be allowed in others. I will remind you once and expect compliance.
       

    • Use polite speech and body language. Disrespect to teacher or peers will not be tolerated! Unkind teasing and impolite behavior is unacceptable.
       

    • Do not cheat. Students caught cheating will receive a zero and a phone call home. Both the student who shares his work for an independent assignment AND the person who copies it will suffer the same consequences. I expect you to do your own work and to be sure no one can copy it.
       

    • Be attentive in class at all times. Sleeping or talking to others during lessons will lead you off task.  Constant attention is needed for proper learning of the subject matter. 
       

    • Don't reach across my desk or use my materials unless you have been given permission. Use of teacher / school materials is contingent upon proper use and permission. Students are to return materials to the proper place when finished.
       

    • Follow the teacher's directions immediately. Keep me happy and I'll do a better job for you!
       

    • First 5-10 minutes of class:

      Students are to enter the classroom, get out needed materials, check student folder, sharpen pencils, be seated, be quiet, and begin working on assignment posted on board/television/overhead, or wait patiently for instructions.
       

    • Expectations
      • Observe all rules
      • Respect others that are speaking / working
      • Respect property of others (including the teacher's)
         

    • Always:

      • Be Prompt.     
      • Be Prepared.    
      • Be Polite.

     

    		  

    Classroom Supplies

    7th grade TA and Science
    • 1- 2" 3 ring notebook  (Notebook will stay in the room most of the time)
    • 2 - folders with 3 holes for a 3 ring notebook
    • 1- spiral notebook
    • 2- pkgs of notebook paper
    • 1- 24 box of #2 pencils
    • 1-12 pack of red pens
    • 1- box of tissue
    Parents, Please check with your child often to make sure that they have an adequate supply of paper, pencils and red checking pens.
     
    DTP
    • 1-1 1/2 inch - 2 " notebook
    • Adequate supply of pencils or pens
    • notebook paper
    • Pencil bag to hold pencils and pens