DD Intro to Foreign Language Disclosure Document 2019-2020

2019-2020
Disclosure Document Survey
Mrs. Ness Introduction to Foreign Language
Classroom Policies & Procedures

Contact Information and Period

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Student Name *

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Name of Parent completing the survey (students need not include this information) *

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Student Cell Phone Number (if available) Will be used to send "REMIND" texts. *

Parent Cell Phone Number (if available) May be used to send REMIND texts *

Please indicate below whether you are a student or parent: *

Student Parent/ Guardian

Parent please indicate if you would like to receive text notifications of homework, tests, and assignments. *

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Student Email. Please provide your email address below: (if available) *

Parent(s) Email. Please provide your parent(s) email below. (if available) *

Please read the following procedures, rules and guidelines and identify the answer that best applies to your understanding and/or acceptance of each policy. Submit your responses once you have completed the entire survey.

Course Description & Objectives

Welcome to Intro to Foreign Language
Students can expect to learn the following:

An understanding of how language defines culture
An understanding of the roots and branches of world languages
An understanding of how language is learned.
An introduction to the languages and cultures of the world.
Additional content will be covered as time permits.

Read the Course Description & Objectives on the left and select the answer that best indicates your understanding of the course. *

I have read the "Course Descriptions/ Objectives and understand what will be covered during the course. Student: I am excited to learn about foreign language and culture and look forward the the course. Parent: I will support my student in learning the content. I have read the "Course Descriptions/ Objectives and understand what will be covered during the course. I'm not sure what will be covered in the class

Attendance, Tardy & Discipline Policies

Attendance, Tardy & Discipline Policy: Attendance: Many projects are completed in class. As such, regular attendance and active participation are important. If a student misses class, it will be his or her responsibility to check objectives and assignments on the website@ nesshistory.org, and complete and return their assignments to the teacher within one week of the absence. Willowcreek Jr. High attendance policy will be applied.

Discipline policy: This course will support the school's PRIDE policy for the classroom, i.e., respect yourself, respect others, respect the school. If disruptive or negative behavior occurs, the following steps will be followed:

* Verbal warning and/or name on the board.
** Sent to a different seat in the classroom or staying after class.
*** Sent to another classroom for the period with assignment.
If a student has been sent to another classroom a second time, he/she will need to complete a behavior contract with the teacher, parents will be contacted

When a student has been sent out of the classroom three times, the student will be reassigned to a different class period.

Fighting, harassment, challenging teacher authority, or using profane language will result in immediate removal from class and will be dealt with according to district policy and may result in reassignment to a different class.

Tardy Policy: The school’s tardy policy will be followed. Warm-ups, quizzes or self-starters cannot be made up due to tardies. Citizenship grades will be dropped after the third tardy. A student is considered tardy if they are not in their seat when the bell rings, even if they are in the room.

Read the Attendance, Tardy & Discipline Policies on the left and select the answer that best indicates you understanding and acceptance of the policies *

I have read the Attendance and Discipline Policy, Student: I will abide by class guidelines, Parent: I will support my child in abiding by class guidleines I have read the Attendance & Discipline Policy and will TRY to abide by all class policies I have read the Attendance & Discipline Policies I do not fully understand the Attendance and Discipline policies

Electronic Devices

Electronic Devices: Technology can and should facilitate learning. Students are encouraged to bring their own devise (BYOD) to support their classroom learning. If unable to supply their own ipod, smartphone, etc... one will be supplied for them for use in class. When students BYOD, they are responsible for the care and storage of their devise. If devises become disruptive to student learning (texts, cyber bulling, messaging etc...) devices will be taken away and subsequently dropped off at the front office. As per school policy only the parent of the student whose device was taken may pick it up at the front office. Items will not be released to the student. Always ASK FIRST before using any electronic device.

Read the Electronic Devices policy above and select the answer that best indicates your understanding and acceptance of the policy. *

I have read, understood and will abide by the electronic devices policy. I have read and understood the electronic devices policy. I have read yet not understood the electronics devices policy. I do not intend to abide by the electronic devices policy.

Make a Donation: Help purchase materials to ensure best learning

The Alpine Foundation is a tax deductible foundation that allows you to help with special projects in your son/daughter’s classroom. My hope is to help your child acquire and use technology skills that will help them succeed in the 21st Century world. Make a donation by clinking on the "Donate Now!" link on the left. It will only take a few minutes. Be sure to keep a copy of your receipt for a tax deduction come tax season AND contact your employer to access matching funds for your child's education

Please read the "Make a Donation" text above and choose the answer that best indicates your response *

I will be making a donation to the foundation. Thanks for the opportunity to help out! Perhaps in the future. Not this time.

Late Work & Grading Policies

Late work
Work is considered late if the student is present in class and does not hand in the assignment on the due date, or as the teacher collects it.

Completion of all late work for students not in attendance on the due date is the responsibility of the student. Students should turn in late work on the next school day. Additional late work can be turned in by completing the additional assignments listed for the late work in skyward.
Students completing late work or redoing assignments can receive full credit for their late work by completing the work indicated in skyward, and or completing the original assignment with a late pass.
It is the responsibility of the student to come in after school or during Pridetime to evaluate, grade and post late work. Late work will not be accepted during instructional time.
Late work will not be accepted the last week of the term

Grade Scale
100-90= A (Mastery) 89-79 = B (Approaching Mastery/ Adequate Understanding) 78-68 = C (Partial Mastery) 67-57 =D (Mastery attempted) 50 and Below = F (Mastery not attempted)

Mastery Grading

All learning activities homework and assessments posted in skyward will reflect one of four levels of Mastery, i.e. 4= Mastery: Expectations Met, 3= Approaching Mastery and/or adequate understanding, 2= Partial Mastery, 1-= Below Mastery and 0= No effort/ Mastery not attempted.

To ensure both students and parents understand their progress, or lack thereof, each assignment within skyward will be given an abbreviated title focused on a specific goal or objective to be mastered by the student. Students should strive for mastery for each specific goal or objective. Once a student has mastered the skill being practice or accessed they will receive a “4” on the assignment in skyward. To ensure all students have an opportunity to learn and master foundational concepts, additional learning opportunities and activities will be provided under the description of the assignment within Skyward. Once the new activities have been completed and the student has demonstrated mastery of the skill or objective being assessed, the grade for the learning activity will be changed to reflect their improved mastery of the content

Grading Policies: Grades* will be assigned using the following criteria:

20% Projects (Activities completed both in and out of class over a longer period of time)
30% Exams, Daily Quizzes and Common Standards Based Assessments
10% Homework
10% Participation
15% In Class Assignments
15% Oral Reports

Grade Scale
100-90= A (Mastery) 89-79 = B (Approaching Mastery/ Adequate Understanding) 78-68 = C (Partial Mastery) 67-57 =D (Mastery attempted) 50 and Below = F (Mastery not attempted)

Read the Late Work & Mastery Grading Policies above and select the answer that best indicates your understanding of the late work policy. *

I understand the late work policy, how my grade will be determined and have reviewed the grade scale. I will strive for Mastery and turn in all my work on time. I will do additional work when necessary to ensure Mastery. I understand the late work policy. I know that in order to turn in a late assignments/ and or achieve Mastery I will be required to turn in the additional work listed in skyward. I know how my grade will be determined and have reviewed the Mastery standards and grade scale. I do not understand the late work policy, how my grade will be determined or the the grade scale. I don't understand Mastery Grading

Assessments: Common Standards Based Assessments

All students will be expected to pass exams and complete projects used to assess student comprehension the curriculum. Students are expected to receive a MASTERY grade 3/4. See grading policy below. Student who do poorly will complete additional learning activities to improve their grade and ensure learning of the content.

Read the Assessment policy above then select the answer that best indicates your understanding of the policy. *

I understand the assessment policy and will work to ensure that I/my student demonstrate mastery of the content on the exams I do not understand the assessment policy.

Class Materials and Internet Use

Class Materials: Students will need to bring the following materials to class DAILY

1/2 inch or one inch 3-ring binder (you may share this binder with other classes; however if sharing your binder you will need a larger binder and must commit to having it in class daily)
Ruled notebook paper
Black or Blue ink pen
Red grading pen
Two #2 pencil
Set of classroom dividers, or tabs

* If financial realities make it difficult for you to supply your child with the required materials, please indicate below, and I will do what I can do to ensure your son/daughter is prepared for class.

Internet Use: Parents, please note that students will be required to use the internet for this class. Prior to doing so parents must update their student's information in skyward and ensure their students have the right to use the internet. Accommodations will be made for the students unable to use the internet. For those who do not have the internet at home, the following resources are available:

Public Library
School Library : 7:45 am – 8:15 am and 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm/ During Lunch
In the Classroom: During Advisory and after school by appointment.

Please read the Class Materials and Internet Use policies above and select the answer that best indicates your understanding and ability to adhere to the policies. *

I understand what items I need for class and will be able to purchase all required supplies. I understand what items I need for class; however I am not sure if I will be able to supply all required items. Please explain, your answer if you select this option. I don't understand what items I need for class

If you indicated you would be unable to purchase your own supplies please let the instructor know how they can be of assistance. *

E-mail updates and Text Messages

Emails:
Regular updates will be sent via e-mail to parents and students via skyward. To ensure you receive these messages be sure to post (and or update) both the parent and student email information in skyward under the "Account info" tab on the upper right hand corner of the skyward family page @ https://skyward.alpinedistrict.org/. Grades are updated daily and weekly within skyward. To receive weekly skyward email of your student's progress, you may request an email notification within the "Family Access" page under the "General Information" in skyward. Teachers are not given access to the student's skyward account password; however if you have lost the password, the front office secretaries can help you access this information

Text Messages: Students

Students: Follow the instructions above to receive text message and instructions.

Text Messages: Parents

Parents follow the instructions above to receive text messages and instructions.

Publication of Student Work

Be advised that students may be asked to complete assignments in the form of oral or digital instructions, and/or student work may be included as part of classroom and school-sponsored websites. Such websites may be published on the World Wide Web and will therefore be available to a potentially limitless global audience.

Parental/Guardian consent is required for the publication of all student work and/or for the publication of student pictures or images when such pictures or images clearly identify individuals. Parental/Guardian consent is also required for student participation in providing online information for educational related classroom assignments. (Students and parents are to use caution and good judgment when personally identifiable information appears on a website.)

Please check the Technology and Application Permission form to indicate your consent. If you wish to provide consent only for the publication of your child’s work and not for the publication of his/her picture or image, or vice-versa, you may do so by checking the appropriate statement. Please note only positive work will be published to highlight excellence in the content area.

Permission to Publish Student Work *

I provide consent for the publication of my/ my student's work (first name's only will be used). I provide consent for the publication of my/ my student's picture (names will not be used) I provide consent for the publication of both my/ my students work and picture (without names). I do not consent to the publication of my/my students picture &/or work.

Additional Information

It would be greatly appreciated if you are able or willing to donate to the classroom, Students can receive up to two free upgrades for donations:

Treats (rewards, small penny candies without peanuts individually wrapped)
Colored Pencils/ Pencils and Red Pens
Boxes of Kleenex and/or hand sanitzer

***Please feel free to email your student’s teacher at the following address cness@alpinedistrict.org, to arrange a meeting before or after school.

** Teachers are not available on early out Mondays, or Wednesday mornings due to pre-scheduled House and Department meetings.

Feedback & Submission

If you have questions, (or your son/daughter) have specific needs please let the instructor know below. When finished submit your answers. *

Prior to submission please check to ensure you reviewed and checked your response on each portion of the Disclosure Document Survey.

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2019-2020​Disclosure Document SurveyMrs. Ness Introduction to Foreign LanguageClassroom Policies & Procedures﻿