CENTENNIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL 2018-2019

RESOURCE LEARNING
Andrea Crespo
andreacr@provo.edu
mrsandreacrespo.weebly.com

Dear parents/guardians,

I would like to extend a warm welcome to each family represented in our class. I
am very excited for starting this new school year and having the opportunity of
being your child’s teacher. I will provide a positive, safe and caring environment
for students to learn according to their needs. I hope that each of us (parents,
teacher and student) can work together as a team. I would encourage you to
communicate regularly with me and please do not hesitate to contact me with
any questions or concerns. The best way to get in touch with me is by email at
andreacr@provo.edu.

Class Overview

This is an academic support class designed to help students improve their

grades in their core classes. The class is intended to teach different skills to
help students be successful in life.

Grading Categories Scale Citizenship

Assignment 93-100 A Citizenship grades are dependent upon classroom
completion: 85% 90-92 A- behavior.
Study Skills: 15% 87-89 B+ O = Outstanding (0-1 tardy; no lunch detentions;
Grades will be 83-86 B follows class rules; turns assignments in on time)
determined by: 80-82 B- S = Satisfactory (no more than 2 tardies; no
classroom work and 77-79 C+ lunch detentions; generally completes work;
participation, 73-76 C follows class rules)
homework 70-72 C- N = Needs Improvement (no more than 3 tardies;
assignments and 67-69 D+ no more than 1 lunch detention; completes some
projects. 63-66 D work; needs reminding of class rules continually)
60-62 D- U = Unsatisfactory (4 or more tardies; 2 or more
0-59 I lunch detentions; does not follow class rules)
Class Rules
It is important we maintain a positive
environment in which all children feel safe
to communicate, collaborate, and learn.
These are Centennial Middle School
expectations, which will be applied in my
classroom:
1. Participate: Be on task and follow
directions immediately.
2. Punctual: Be in your seat with needed
materials when the bell rings.
3. Polite: Use appropriate, positive
language.
4. Personal Space: Keep hands, feet, and
objects to yourself.
5. Persevere: Keep trying, even when it’s
hard.
In addition, all school and district policies
will be supported and enforced. (Cell
phones, dress code, etc.)
Students are expected to respect each
other, the teacher, the classroom and the
school.
No swearing, bullying, inappropriate or
disrespectful language or actions.
Classroom Procedures
Tardy Policy
1st Tardy - Warning
2nd Tardy - Warning
3rd Tardy - Lunch Detention
4th Tardy – 2nd Lunch Detention & parent
contact
5th Tardy - Referral to administration
Hall Pass
Our class time is precious! Passing
periods in between classes are to be used
for bathroom breaks but sometimes there
may be emergencies. Middle school
students are expected to use no more
than three passes per term.
Late Work
Students are allowed up to two weeks to
turn in assignments. They may lose study
skills points, depending on the situation.
If an assignment is more than two weeks
late, it may be entered into the grade book
as 0%, unless parents or the student
contact me to let me know of extenuating
circumstances.

Computer, Internet, and Video Use

We will use technology in the classroom (computers, chrome books) on a daily basis. The
purpose of this is to train students and prepare them with real life skills. Due to the nature
of the internet, student use will be monitored. Students are expected to use classroom tools
with respect. Any damage done to any classroom technology will be billed to the parents of
the student. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to treat classroom materials
with care. Each student and parent/guardian will be required to sign a technology use
contract before any student is allowed to use the technology found within the classroom. It
is important to get these signed and returned as soon as possible to allow students to
complete assignments. We will start right away using technology in our lessons. There will
also be an internet form that you can fill out as well, if you prefer not to use a paper copy.
In addition, we will use short video clips and various social media in our lessons. Know
that all material will be age appropriate. Anything that does not meet the district viewing
policy will require parent/guardian permission slips in order to view this type of material in
class. You may find out more about district policies by going to provo.edu

I reserve the right to make changes to this document. However, all changes will be
communicated to students and parents in advance through my web page or email.
I look forward to working with you and your child this year. Please feel free to contact
me with any questions/concerns. I can be contacted by e-mail at andreacr@provo.edu
most easily, but I can also be reached by phone in my classroom at 801-370-4621 ext.
1343. Thank you!
Please read the information from above and discuss this with your child. Please
sign and return this form to me by _______________ to acknowledge you have
read, understood, and discussed classroom expectations with your child.

_________________________________________ __________________
(Parent Signature) (Date)

Are there any concerns or information about your child you feel I need to be
aware of?

Are there any allergies I should be aware of?

Parent Contact Information

Parent Name: ____________________________________________________

Primary Phone: ____________________________________________

Best Email: ________________________________________________

Best Contact Time(s): _______________________________________