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Eng III Syllabus Weebly 2016
Eng III Syllabus Weebly 2016
Eng III Syllabus Weebly 2016
American Literature
with Mr. Davis
Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and
dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation.
John F. Kennedy (1917-1963) Thirty-fifth President of the USA
You may chew gum, but you may not smack it, pop it, blow
bubbles or chew it obnoxiously. Throw it away in the trash
and not under your desk!!!
You may not leave your desk without permission for any
reason.
You must sharpen pencils before class not during instruction.
No objects are to be thrown in class.
Cell phones, i-pods, and any other electronic device must be
turned off and kept inside your pocket, purse and/or
backpack which must be stored on the floor or behind your
seat.
Cell phones and/or i-pods will be taken away without warning
if seen during direct instruction.
Remain in your seat until I dismiss you. The bell does not
dismiss you, I DO!
Do not gather by the door before the bell rings.
Classroom Procedures:
1. Using the bathroom: Raise your hand and ask permission.
2. Turning in homework: Assignments must be submitted complete and on
time.
3. Absences: Excessive absences will hinder your success in this class.
However, if you are absent, it is your responsibility to see me during office
hours.
4. Late work: All late work is half credit, no exceptions!!!
Grading Policy:
Your grades for each quarter will be weighted according to the following scale:
Classwork/Homework
Writing/Presentations
Tests/Quizzes
Participation
40%
25%
25%
10%
your grade, please come and speak with me sooner rather than later so that I may
attempt to help you. If you or your family needs to contact me, please do so
anytime!
Mr. Davis
sdavis@muhsd.org