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We will be
using two texts this year for Freshman Theology. You will need
to have the text, “The Light of Faith” for the first semester,
and you will need “Journey Through the New Testament”, for the
second semester. You will need to bring your textbook, a spiral
notebook, and a pen/ pencil with you for every class meeting.
You will be told when you need to bring your Bible. I will
collect the spiral notebooks periodically for the work to be
evaluated.
There will be homework; however, I understand that this class
is only a part of your whole St. Mary’s experience. I
will not generally accept late homework, unless the student has
been absent. If time is used wisely, we should be able
to accomplish a lot within our given class period – (that means
you can get your homework done here if you put your mind to it).
Classroom
dynamics are based upon mutual respect and common courtesy. I
anticipate a positive, affirming atmosphere in which we are all
allowed to question, to study, and to grow in our relationships
with one another and Jesus. Self-respect and maturity are shown
in how considerate we are of one another.
INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED
Detentions from
me will be served in Rm. 18 ten minutes after the last bell of
the day. Detentions will be 15 minutes long, unless you are
tardy to begin with, in which case your detention will be
extended by 10 additional minutes. Detentions are served the
day they are given, unless prior arrangements are made with me.
A no-show, as well as too many detentions, will necessitate a
call home, and if necessary, a referral to the dean. This is
both a waste of my time and your time.
General Rules:
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We all get
a turn, one at a time. We all have valuable thoughts. You
will raise your hand and be called on before you speak.
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You are to
be seated and quiet when the bell rings. If you are out
of your seat when the bell rings, you are tardy.
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Use the
restroom before class. You will not be allowed to leave
class once class has started to use the restroom.
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Other work
being done during class will be taken and not returned.
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Gum, food,
drinks—yes, even water, are not allowed in class.
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Absence the
day before a known test day obligates you to take the test
on the test day if present.
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Plagiarism
will not be tolerated and will result in disciplinary
action.
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No cell
phones allowed during school hours.
It is my
responsibility to create an environment in which learning can
take place and where individuals are given appropriate respect.
I am asking for your cooperation in these matters. Room 18 is a
place where you know you will find respect and courtesy, a place
where your thoughts and opinions are valued and can be
expressed, a place where you can be you. Please place this in
your notebook minus the signed portion that must be turned in to
me.
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Grading
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Participation |
20% |
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Quizzes/Tests |
30% |
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Homework/Handouts/Notebookes |
30% |
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Quarter
Project |
20% |
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Semester Grade |
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First
Quarter 40% |
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Second
Quarter 40% |
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Final
Exam20% |
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