Mr. Gulledge

Course Expectations and Classroom Rules

 

Course: 8th Grade US History

Teacher: Mr. Gulledge

Contact Information: jgulledge@ecusd7.org

Room: E104

 

Welcome to Liberty Middle School!  I am looking forward to having you in my class this year.  Please review the following information about my classroom.  If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.  I’m looking forward to a fantastic year together!

 

Classroom Rules

 

1. Bring the following to class EVERYDAY

• Textbook

• Pen/Pencil – blue or black and red

• Notebook

• Folder /Binder

• Agenda

• GOOD ATTITUDE

1.  Some days you will need colored pencils, markers, poster board, scissors, etc.  I’ll let you know when to bring them.

2. Show RESPECT to EVERYONE at ALL times

3. Remain Seated Until Dismissed

4. All school rules apply! (Cell phones, dress code, food/drink, etc.)

5. No projectiles!

6.  

   Every third tardy or third missing ID infraction will result in a detention.  See student handbook for more information

    

   Course Expectations

    

   1.      Absent work is the student’s responsibility.

   2.      Homework not completed on time will be accepted for 50% of          the grade up to two days after the assignment was due.

   3.       Larger and longer term projects are required and will receive          -10% each day late.  After a certain point, the student will         receive a detention/referral for not complying.

   4.      Academic dishonesty will result in a zero.

    

   Misc. Information

    

1. How can I pass this class?

   Study Tips:

   • Take careful notes

   • Stay organized

   • Keep all notes and handouts

   • Do your homework and use your agenda

   • Always ask for help RIGHT AWAY

2. How do I keep my teacher happy?

• Using your time wisely

• Trying your best

• Be Talkative…..

  • No Zombies Allowed!

1.  Information on class projects and homework is available on my website:  http://jgulledge3.wixsite.com/liberty

    

 

Disciplinary Procedures:

Infractions are documented in the behavior notebook and will affect your conduct grade.  Repeated offenses and tardiness will result in a detention.  I also reserve the right to issue an immediate detention or referral for any severe offense.

 

Schedule:                                                          Grading Scale: 

 

1st Hour      8:00 - 8:54                                       100-90 = A

2nd Hour     8:58 - 9:50                                               

3rd Hour     9:54 - 10:46                                     89-80 = B 

Lunch        10:48 - 11:18     

4th Hour      11:22 - 12:14                                   79-70 = C

5th Hour      12:18 - 12:53     

Activity       1:14-1:49                                          69-60 = D

7th Hour      1:53 - 2:45         

                                                                             59-Below = F