Geography Ms. Conner, Room 10 Where is Iraq? Why is gas so expensive? What season is it in Australia right now? These are just some of the amazing questions you will be exploring this semester in Geography. This is a semester course that develops the basic themes of physical and human geography, and the major skills and concepts needed to master the study of geography. The course will examine the impact the environment has on human development and promote a sense of where major features of the earth are located. Student Conduct - The Three R's RESPECT: Be respectful of yourself, others, the teacher, personal belongings and the classroom. RESPONSIBILITY: Be open to learning, complete all of your assignments to the best of your ability, place integrity in your work and arrive on time for class. RIGHTS: You have the right to communicate freely, to have access to grade information, to learn in a positive environment and to not be put down by others for your personal beliefs. The following are NOT allowed in class: Gum Food Drinks (other than bottled water) Hairbrushes Cell Phones Personal listening devices (Discmans, iPods, etc.) *Referrals will be given if any of these items are found in the classroom. Cell phones and headphones will be turned in to Mr. Lile. Plagarism/Cheating Copying any student's work will result in a "0" for both parties involved. Copying published documents and claiming them as your own will also result in a "0". Additional consequences many occur. Homework Homework is due at the deginning of the period. All assignments should be completed in blue or black pen and include title, name, date and period on the front page. I do not accept late homework, but you will be given two passes each semester which will allow you two days to make up the work without penalty. In the case of an excused absence, you will have one day to make up the work for each day you are absent. Missing homework assignments will lower your overall grade. In-Class Work Many assignments will be completed during class and cannot be made up for points. Bring in your materials everyday unless directed otherwise. In-class participation is mandatory and will be taken into account for your final grade. Absences Inc ase of excused absence, call a reliable peer for specific information, check with the homework log when you return to school, and check with Ms. Conner during TUTORIAL if you still have questions. You and you alone are responsible for collecting make-up work. Grading Your final grade will be determined by your performance on a combination of tests, quizzes, classwork, homework, participation, written assignments and projects. You may earn only up to half of a grade increase of your original grade through extra credit. Your grade is based on a point system: A = 100-90% B = 89-80% C = 79-70% D = 69-60% F = 59% and below Teacher Contact Please feel free to come talk to me with any area of concern that you may have. I am available before school, after school and during tutorial for questions and tutoring. I may also be contacted at 894-1900 ext. 28, or please e-mail me. Return to the Cloverdale Unified School District Website © 2004-2007 - All Rights Reserved Cloverdale High School 509 N. Cloverdale Blvd. | Cloverdale, CA 95425 | Home | School Information | State Standards | Calendar | |Faculty | Library | Student Pages | Site Map |