What Do I Expect Of You?
I have very high expectations for you, mostly because I know you can do it. I will not tolerate distractions from learning. In order to be respectful of me, your fellow classmates, and ultimately yourself, several things must happen:
Take yourself seriously. We both want you to learn about government, geography, and economics. Listen, follow directions, do your homework, and success will follow. If you ever have a question or need extra help, please talk to me – my door is always open to you.
Come to class ready to learn. Arrive with materials in your hand, personal conversations paused, and bathroom business done. Remain in your seat unless told otherwise.
Allow others to learn. Follow the Bryan Station code of conduct, and the classroom expectations posted in my class. There will be a time when you don’t know what a word means (loquacious ?), or don’t know the answer to a question (what does the Fourth Amendment protect ?). In school, we learn – we’re not supposed to know everything; otherwise we wouldn’t be here!
What are the consequences?
If I see that you have forgotten how to act in class, you will be given a warning. If your misbehavior is serious, or it does not stop, you have shown me that you do not know how to be successful – and that you want training from me. You will be my guest after class, at lunch, or after school. You will write an apology to me, and to others that you’ve disrespected. Your parents will also get to know me well.
What are the rewards?
On the other hand, I am also eager to spot excellent work. I have been known to celebrate student success when I observe regular excellence, and I plan on doing a lot of class recognition this year. Learning is a huge reward in itself, but outstanding behavior and achievement deserves praise. Your parents will also get to know me well.
How Will I Be Graded?
Late work. Assignments are a way for me to see what you know, and a way of practicing personal responsibility. For every day that an assignment is late, I will take an additional 20% off the grade (for example, a 95 would become a 75). However, I will only accept late work for one week after the due date.
Cheating. I hold all students to the highest standard, and that includes having personal and academic integrity. Cheating will result in an automatic zero, and for serious violations (such as cheating on a test), parental notification.
Bryan Station expectations. Please remember:
→ No personal technology (iPods, cell phones) from 8:25 to 3:20.
→ No hats or bandanas.
→ No bathroom breaks the first or last 15 minutes of class.
Unprepared. If you misplace your supplies, ask a classmate to borrow the materials you need. I also collect pens left lying in the classroom for your use, but do not count on others for your preparation.
The bathroom. I dislike interruptions in class, and five minutes in between periods is plenty of time to use the restroom. However, each student will receive four emergency bathroom passes per semester. If you need to go to the bathroom, raise your hand with the pass ready. Once you use up your passes, do not ask to go. Old passes expire at the end of the semester, and you can turn in any you haven’t used for extra credit.
Absent. It is your responsibility to obtain materials and make-up work that you missed when absent. When you return from your absence, check the bin for work you need to make up. Come after school if you don’t understand the assignments you’ve missed.
Supplies. You will need:
→ A binder and loose leaf paper (or a notebook) for class work
→ Pens or pencils
→ A ready to work attitude
If, for some reason, you can’t get the supplies, see me after class or after school, and I will be more than happy to help you out – I want you to be all set up for success.
And finally… what can I expect from Mrs. Trullinger?
→ Fairness and consistency.
→ Excellent, engaging classes with clear agendas, taking place in a safe learning atmosphere.
→ Letters of recommendation.
→ An open line of communication. If you ever need to reach me, you can always find me in my classroom, call me on the phone (859-381-3308, ext. 2222), or write me an email (lina.trullinger@fayette.kyschools.us).
Looking forward to a great year,
Lina Trullinger
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