Mater Academy Middle / High School



Mater Lakes Academy Middle/High School

A Miami Dade County Public Charter School

17300 NW 87th Avenue

Miami, FL 33018 (305) 512-3917

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Mrs.Taliaferro

6th Grade World History

Room 007

Welcome Letter/Parent Contract

Dear Parents and Students,

Welcome to Mater Lakes Academy! I would like to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Zenab Taliaferro and I am your child’s 6th grade World History teacher. This is my fourth year teaching at Mater Lakes Academy and I am very excited for the upcoming school year. I along with the rest of the 6th grade team am looking forward to teaching your child and for all the new memories and experiences we will share as a 6th grade team. I assure you that Mater Lakes is a wonderful school and I have many exciting activities planned for this academic year.

GENERAL PROCEDURES

In order to succeed in this class, each student should know what is expected of them. The following are responsibilities that will guarantee a great year:

• Come to class regularly and ON TIME

• Have materials ready and available at ALL TIMES

• Complete and turn in assignments ON TIME

TARDIES

Tardies will result in a lower conduct/academic grade. If students are tardy in my class, it is their responsibility to either speak with me or another responsible classmate to obtain any missed assignments or notes. After an excessive amount of tardies in my class, there will be a call home, a responsibility paper or if applicable, a detention may be assigned.

ABSENCES

All assignments are expected to be handed in and completed ON TIME, however, if you miss school for an excused reason, you must obtain a pass from the main office and make sure that all your teachers sign it in the designated area. Once that official pass is received, you will be expected to catch up on all assignments missed while you were out. Make-up work should be completed no later than a week after the absence occurred. A “Z” or an “F” will appear on the grade book until I have received the assignment. Students have 48 hours from the time they return to school from their absence to “excuse” their absence with the main office. Failure to do so will result in an unexcused absence and in this case, students are not allowed to make up the work. It is imperative you understand the importance in being present in class at all time, because as noted, it directly affects your grade not only in my class, but in all other courses as well.

HOME LEARNING

Homework is not given on a regular occasion in my class. Students will receive 5-10 homework assignments each nine-week quarter. If homework is not submitted on the due date (during class) it will not be accepted. Students with an excused note from the office will be given 48 hours to turn in missing homework.

ASSESSMENTS

There will be a variety of assessment tools that will be used throughout the year, which include teacher observations, map skill building, projects, quizzes, and tests. Projects, quizzes, and tests are important to use in the classroom setting because it allows me as the teacher to see what are my student’s strengths and weaknesses. These form of assessments will be assigned on a regular basis and students will be given ample time to prepare. At times, however, I may assign students a pop quiz to ensure that they have understood the material and are well prepared for class. Some assessments will also be done independently. If a student is found cheating during independent work they will receive a zero. Continued behavior will result in possible suspension or expulsion from school. Announcements concerning projects, quizzes, or tests will be available on our homework board and on our website, .

CLASSROOM RULES

1. Enter class in complete uniform.

2. MUST write in only pencil.

3. Be seated and ready to work when the bell rings.

4. Raise your hand and be acknowledged prior to speaking.

5. Bring all supplies daily.

6. Treat teacher and fellow students with respect.

7. Cell phones are to be turned off at all times.

8. No gum, food, or drinks allowed in classroom.

CONSEQUENCES FOR BREAKING CLASSROOM RULES

1. Verbal Warning/ Teacher-student conference

2. Respect/Responsibility Paper

3. Parent contact

4. Detention

5. Referral

6. Indoor/outdoor suspension

REWARD

1. Verbal Praise

2. Parent contact

3. Good grades

CATEGORIES FOR GRADES

Homework: 10%

Classwork: 15%

Journal (Bell Ringers): 10%

Test: 35%

Quiz: 25%

Participation: 5%

ACADEMIC GRADING SCALE

A: 4

B: 3

C: 2

D: 1

F: 0

MATERIALS REQUIRED

o 1- 1/2inch Binder

o 2 Composition Notebooks- Bell Ringer

o 1 Spiral Notebook

o Notes

o Loose Leaf Paper

o (1) Pack of Dividers (You will need at least 5 tabs)

o (2) Packs of Pencils

o 3 Highlighters

I encourage you to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Feel free to call our main office at 305-512-3917 or you can also e-mail, which is the most effective way to get in contact with me, at ztaliaferro@ . I am looking forward to working with you and your child. Remember, communication is the key to a great parent-teacher relationship.

Sincerely,

Zenab Taliaferro

*REMEMBER*

Please sign the attached form, stating that you have read and understand the terms of this letter/contract

I have read and understand the terms of this Welcome Letter/Parent Contract. I accept the responsibilities stated in this document.

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Student’s Signature

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Parent’s Signature

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Date

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“Home of the Bears”

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