Welcome to freshman English!   

Problems or concerns? Email or see Mrs. D. in room 517.  I am here to help you!!  Remember, you get out of assignments what you put into them!  Create your own success. 

Email me at:  nldauenhauer@jacksonsd.org

   CLASSROOM PROCEDURES:

1. All policies and procedures are followed per student handbook. Cell phone usage is teacher-directed.
2. I expect you to be on time to class every day.
3. Bathroom breaks are permitted either at the beginning or at the end of class.
4. Enter this room prepared: get enough sleep, eat breakfast, bring a pen, don’t forget your homework, bring your chromebook and marble notebook. 
5. Late homework is not accepted unless you have been absent. If you are absent due to a school activity, I expect you to check the teacher page and our Google classroom and bring in the required work.
6. Please be respectful and courteous to me and to your fellow classmates at all times. This must be a place where everyone can feel comfortable.  Raise your hand if you have something relevant to contribute.
7. As mandated by the JMHS English department, your grade will be determined as follows: STEM and Honors English 1- 65%-tests, quizzes, projects and other assessments, 25%- homework, and 10%- class participation;  English 1- 50%- tests, quizzes, projects and other assessments, 30%- homework and 20%- class participation.  All freshmen must take final exams.
8. Essays and projects should be submitted correctly on time to Google classroom or Turnitin.com as directed.   
9. Some assignments are e mailed to Turnitin.com. You will need to use your school gmail and a password that you can remember.
10. You are responsible for checking Genesis and my teacher page.  If you have been absent, you must get the notes from me and turn in late homework.  
11. Let’s have a great semester!