This year, English 9 with Ms. Citton will look and sound a lot like the NHL hockey season. Students will be put into teams where they will work together and individually to earn points. These points will be used to determine the winners of the first official NDEL. Prizes to be determined by the winning team.
The Play
Classes will be divided into Practices and Games. Please check the schedule regularly for game changes and expectations.
Practices will consist of daily activities and lessons that will build knowledge and skill. At practice, students are expected to come prepared: with the proper equipment (pens, pencils, books etc.) and the proper attitude. Students who miss practice are responsible for finding out what was missed as well as homework that may be due the following class. Assessments during practices will include: quizzes, homework checks and in-class activities.
Games are more formal and as such, students will be held to a higher standard. Attendance is MANDATORY on game days; students who miss a game are responsible for talking to the coach and making up play time. Students are expected to be in full uniform, and come prepared. Games will consist of unit tests, project due dates, presentations and in-class essays.
Practices will consist of daily activities and lessons that will build knowledge and skill. At practice, students are expected to come prepared: with the proper equipment (pens, pencils, books etc.) and the proper attitude. Students who miss practice are responsible for finding out what was missed as well as homework that may be due the following class. Assessments during practices will include: quizzes, homework checks and in-class activities.
Games are more formal and as such, students will be held to a higher standard. Attendance is MANDATORY on game days; students who miss a game are responsible for talking to the coach and making up play time. Students are expected to be in full uniform, and come prepared. Games will consist of unit tests, project due dates, presentations and in-class essays.
The Point System
Points will be awarded for both good behavior and academic achievement.
Below outlines how students can earn and lose points, as well as how to challenge/change their earnings throughout the year.
Below outlines how students can earn and lose points, as well as how to challenge/change their earnings throughout the year.
Game Points
Game days consist of Summative Assessments and therefore come with a grade. Each grade has a different point value. A..................................................10 points B....................................................8 points C...................................................5 points* D................................................ -1 points* F................................................ -2 points* |
Practice Points
Practices consist of Formative Assessments and daily activities. How to earn points: Homework Checks.................. 2 points Completion of In-Class Activities..................................... 5 points |
Penalties
In addition to the classroom rules created by the students and teacher, other penalties include: Late to practices and games...................................... -5 points Unprepared for class........... -2 points |
Earn More
Students who wish to earn more points for themselves and their team can do so by : 1. Declaring: UNDER REVIEW *Students who receive a C letter grade (or lower) on formal assignments, can re-do the assignment in a timely manner using feedback. 2. Submitting outstanding assignments during REPLAY week (Mid November and Mid May) |
The rink and the Penalty box
A standard hockey rink will be used to visualize tasks and expectations.
At Center Ice: the Assignment The Blue Line: the Soft¤ Due Date Goal Crease: criteria and last minute checks before submission and scoring Goal Line: Hard Due Date, submission, and grading End Goal: each team member works to gain points/score for their whole team by working to complete all assigned tasks. Individual Stats - Team Stats ¤The Soft Due Date: if students wish to receive feedback prior to evaluation, they may submit their assignment to Ms. Citton ahead of time. |
Classroom rules and consequences will be created by the students and teacher. Penalties will result in point deductions.
Rules and Regulations: Delay of Game - disturbing or disrupting the class................ -5 pts Unsportsmanlike Conduct - disrespect towards teachers or fellow students, foul language, inappropriate use of language/slang............................................................................ -4 pts Late to Practices/Games........................................................... -5 pts Unprepared (missing equipment)............................................ -2 pts (Daily equipment includes: AR novel, pen/pencil, highlighter, binder, paper, homework) Hand Pass - copying other's work........................................ -3 pts + a zero on the assignment for ALL involved Game Misconduct - Plagiarism................................... -10 pts + a zero on the assignment; further, more severe consequences may result as well. |