Classroom Rules, Grading and Behavior Policy

Classroom Rules

Students must show the 3 R's (Respect, Responsibility and the Right to Learn) at all times.
Students will raise their hand when answering or asking a question.
Students will keep their hands, feet, and belongings to themselves.
Students will be prepared for class.


Grading Policy

The students will be graded on a 10-point grading system. 

100%-90% = A
89%-80% = B
79%-70% = C
69%-60% =D
59%-0%= E

Students homework will be graded based upon the following criteria. 

Check plus (2 points)- if the homework is fully completed, written neatly and turned in on time.
Check (1 point) - if the homework is turned in a day late, or it is not fully completed, or it is not neatly written.
Check minus (0 points) ~ if the homework is not turned in at all.


Behavior Policy

Each fourth grade teacher will have their class follow a behavior policy.  Every day the students will be graded on their behavior using a card system.  If the students do not have to change their card, then they earn a 100% for the day and will receive a classroom incentive.  Below you will see the grade and consequence each card change represents.

100%	A +	Excellent Day /no card change
80 %	B	-5 mins of recess
70%	C	-10 mins of recess
60%	D	Note or call home -15 mins of recess
50%	E	Referral to the office

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