RULES: Rules cannot be broken. There are no exceptions to rules.

1. RESPECT YOURSELF AND THE OTHERS IN THIS CLASSROOM.

2. NO INSULTS. PERIOD.

CONSEQUENCES: There are always consequences for your behavior. Remember, you can choose your actions, but you cannot choose the consequences that result from your actions. If you want AUTHORITY to do something, you must accept the RESPONSIBILITY that comes with it.

PROCEDURES: The way we do things here. Procedures may be adjusted, "bent" if you will, as the situation warrants.

FAIRNESS:      This is a relative term.  The State of Ohio's Department of Education defines fairness as "Every student receiving what they need."  If its good enough for the State of Ohio, its good enough for us.

CLASSROOM PROCEDURES:

1. Adhere to Moeller’s Handbook in reference to attendance, tardiness, hair and dress codes.

2. All book bags MUST be placed in a location that keeps the aisles clear.  The aisles must be kept clear for movement.

3. The student will be in his assigned seat at the beginning tone and is not to leave his seat without permission.

4. If you are detained by another teacher/adult, PLEASE BRING A NOTE FROM THE TEACHER/ADULT or THE MAIN OFFICE.

5. If you have to use the bathroom facilities, please come to the class FIRST and receive permission from Mr. Bauer. Permission is usually granted unless this becomes a pattern of behavior that becomes abusive.

6. To ensure the right of education for all students, please refrain from talking out in class. Statements and/or questions will be addressed by Mr. Bauer after the student has raised his hand.

NOTE: Most rules are derived from common sense and courtesy. Please use your good judgment in all matters.

TEST QUIZ AND ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES:

1. Tests, quizzes or other types of assessments will be administered approximately every one to three class periods covering from one to two units and/or other assigned or covered material.

2. Unless otherwise announced, all assessments will carry the same point value of one hundred points.

3. Assessments are announced well in advance by Mr. Bauer.  Unannounced graded assessments might be used to determine if extremely important information is being retained by the student.

4. If the student is absent, he must complete the assessment PRIOR TO THE TIME THAT ASSIGNMENT IS RETURNED TO THE CLASS.  If the assignment is given to the student to be completed at home, that assignment is to be returned to Mr. Bauer the NEXT DAY, and NOT the  next CLASS period.  Individual circumstances will be taken into consideration.  Otherwise a grade of zero will be recorded for that assessment.

5. The student is responsible for all material in the text or handouts whether that material is covered or not in class. The student is to have read the material prior to class and should ask questions over material that he is not sure of. The student is responsible for bringing all necessary materials to class for all testing.

6. Cheating on any assessments will be dealt with on a situational basis. The minimum penalty of a zero will be recorded for that student(s) for that assessment or paper.  The difference between cheating and helping is based on result.  If after collaboration all students can describe and explain the problem and its solution then you are helping.  If they cannot, you're cheating.  I believe you know the difference.

7. TAKE NOTES from the class, your text or handouts and during class discussions. READ your text—STUDY your notes!

HOMEWORK POLICY:

1. Mr. Bauer's educational philosophy regarding homework assignments revolves around the proven long-term memory exercise of repetition.  That is, typically the more you "do" something, the better the connectivity between the brain's dendrites (location of memory) and thus the improvement of recall (learning?).  This is not memorizing which is typically a short-term fix!  I do not believe homework should be rewarded but rather required.  That is, you need repetition to recognize familiar patterns and you have to do certain things (homework) in order to be rewarded (assessment for the grade you desire). To put this into perspective, think of a work situation where you are given a pay bonus for showing up for work on time.  That would be ridiculous.  However, showing up to work on time consistently builds a positive work experience which should pay off in the future.  Short term sacrifices for long term gains--an economic concept.  However, in order to maintain some form of quality, graded homework assignments may be evaluated on a random basis.   

2. Homework will be given periodically and should require about thirty or forty minutes to complete. Time will normally not be given to complete the assignment in class. Reading assignments are not assigned per se, as you should be reading and studying your notes prior to class discussion.

3. To encourage punctuality, a penalty for each day the assignment is tardy will be given. The amount will depend upon the type of assignment and individual circumstances.

4. It is extremely important that each student complete the work on his own. Although I encourage you to help one another in class, cheating or copying (see Cheating explained above) work from another student just so the work will be turned in on time will not be tolerated and both papers will be given the minimum penalty of a grade of zero.

5. All work is to be completed neatly unless noted by Mr. Bauer and must have the student’s name on the front page.

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS AND EXTRA CREDIT:

1. There will be several projects required during the school year. Some projects will be the result of group work. More details will be given at a later date.

2. There will be NO EXTRA CREDIT offered or accepted.

GRADE SCHEDULE:

The grading system is based upon a proportion determined by your actual scores divided by the total possible points for that grading period. For example, if you scored a total of six hundred forty points out of a possible eight hundred points, the quarter grade would be an eighty. (640 / 800). Students are responsible for maintaining their own scores, but reasonable requests for current grades will be accepted.  NOTE:  To protect student's interest, it is imperative that each student save the actual assessment score document since it is the student's responsibility to materially prove that the score recorded was incorrect.

Archbishop Moeller's laptop users policies will be in effect at all times.  Discipline actions will be taken for abuse or misuse that could include taking away the privilege of using the computer in class or for a period of time.  The Dean of Students will handle serious abuse.

1. Tablets/Notebooks are reserved for educational use.  Tablets/Notebooks are a tool in instruction and are a means to an end.

a. No games, movies, screensavers, or backgrounds (other than those already installed) may be installed on your tablet/notebook.  This includes using games that are CD ROM driven.  Although an argument may be made for eye-hand coordination practice, please refrain from game usage during class unless given specific permission by Mr. Bauer which will probably not happen.

2. Keep your hands off other students' computers and equipment.

a. Do not "borrow" equipment.  Do not tamper with or shut down another's computer for "fun".

3. Note-taking and the notebook.

THESE NOTES ARE FOR STUDENTS USING NOTEBOOK COMPUTERS (not tablets). 

a. DO NOT TAKE NOTES ON YOUR NOTEBOOK DURING CLASS.  In order for new information to enter long-term memory, studies indicate material must make sense and have meaning.  Repetition, recall, and reinforcement (see Mr. Bauer's M.O.R.E. section of this web site for more information) all enable this information to enter long-term memory.  As such, please do not take notes during class on your laptop.  Instead, write any notes in your notebook and then transfer these written notes to your notebook when your get home.  This will allow you time to re-arrange and "clean-up" your notes and use repetition, recall and reinforcement at the same time.

4. Stay on task.  KEEP YOUR TABLET/NOTEBOOK LIDS CLOSED until instructed to open your computers!  No multi-tasking without permission. 

a. Mullti-tasking in the classroom, unless directed by Mr. Bauer, is not allowed.  Your brain can only focus on one stimulus at a time.  Even though you believe you can pay attention to two different things at one time, you can't.  You simply are alternating between two separate tasks.

5. NO instant-messaging.  Thank you.

6. Hardcopy requirements.

a. On the top of the paper, enter your full name and class year. 

b. Font size and type:    12 using New Roman  (Please no "script".  It is difficult to read.  They don't print newspapers in script.  Think about it.)

c. Margins:  One inch for sides, top, and bottom.  I base my assessments on content NOT volume.  Words should be weighed and not counted.

7. Batteries must be fully charged each day.  There are a limited number of electric plugs in my classroom.  Be prepared with a notebook if your batteries run out of power.  This is your responsibility.

8. If your computer is in need of repair, take it to the Help Center located in the library on the north end of the first floor.  Do not ask to leave class to take care of a problem.  Please do this before or after school or during your lunch period.  This is your responsibility.

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