Draper Park Middle School School Wide Disclosure

Welcome to Draper Park Middle School, home of the Vikings. We believe that education is a partnership among students, parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators. Student success requires both effective communication and the consistent application of the school theme, COURAGE. This document explains COURAGE and how it relates to all aspects of Viking life, from school programs to procedures. Day to day information, including Skyward, bell schedules, lunch calendars, and other school events can be easily accessed on our schools website: http://draperparkmiddle.canyonsdistrict.org.

Concept Mastery:

I can demonstrate mastery of standards and objectives. Vikings are expected to show mastery of content through completion of skill practice assignments, projects, and assessments. Where mastery needs assistance, students are expected to participate in programs designed to help them obtain mastery. Programs in place to enable Vikings to be successful include: Interdisciplinary Teaming Viking Time After School Tutoring Peer Tutoring Planners Skyward (online grades and attendance) Turn work in on time Meet quality work standards

Complete all work and homework to the best of ability, giving 100% effort on all assignments. Be prepared daily for each class.

Understanding and Empathy:

I can recognize emotions experienced by others and can accept differences. Vikings have the right to learn. No Viking has the right to disrupt the learning environment of another or affect the ability of the teacher to provide a good learning environment. Be kind to others in action and speech. Act compassionately towards others, even if they are different. Be considerate of others (students, teachers, staff, and administration).

Outstanding Work Ethic: I can build the capacity to

undertake and finish difficult tasks. Vikings are expected to complete and turn in all school work. Work is expected to be handed in on time and meet quality work standards. Vikings enrolled in Honors classes should expect a more rigorous environment, where more material is covered at a faster rate. Zero tolerance for plagiarism. Demonstrate mastery of standards and objectives.

Respect and Responsibility:

I can demonstrate respect and personal responsibility in all aspects of school life. Vikings are expected to be good citizens. Vikings demonstrate appropriate behaviors and attitudes which contribute to ensuring that classes are fair, orderly, and conducive to learning. Follow all directions given by teacher for the completion of the assignment. Assignments completed in a timely manner.

Respect for self, other students, and adults (teachers, staff, administration) Respect for property (personal, peer, school) Alert and attentive Right to be taught and treated as an important individual Use appropriate language Minimize educational disruptions Demonstrate appropriate behavior at assemblies Participate and follow lunch rules

Vikings are expected to embrace educational opportunities, both in and outside of school, and contribute as much as they can to making our school and community a better place. Be involved. Be a good example. Participate in community service and peer tutoring. Respect the learning environment keep the school clean! Recycle.

Accountable for Time & Place:

I can accept responsibility for being in the right place at the right time. Vikings are expected to be in class and other activities at the appropriate time. Be present at school daily. Arrive on time to class. Be alert and pay attention in class. Attend Viking Time in the assigned classroom. If absent, check with teacher immediately upon return to school. Complete absent work in a timely manner at the teachers discretion.

Engage:

I can be actively engaged in my educational experience at Draper Park Vikings are expected to be active participants rather than passive bystanders in their education. Vikings take advantage of every opportunity to be successful and demonstrate mastery of standards by listening, watching, and doing. On-task in class Actively and appropriately participate in classroom discussions. Check Skyward weekly. Stay up to date and utilize class websites. Seek teacher help ASAP. Correct zeroes ASAP. Come to class prepared. Participate appropriately in school, team, and class activities.

Give Back:

I can represent Draper Park proudly regardless of location.

GRADING: MEETING STANDARDS Learning takes time. Vikings should make time for learning by establishing a regular study time outside of school in which they read and complete homework. All work is important and aids in demonstrating mastery of standards and objectives. Vikings are expected to demonstrate mastery of standards and objectives. Letter grades A through C- denote an acceptable level of understanding, participation, and work quality. D grades are not given, as they do not represent an acceptable level of understanding. A failing grade indicates while a Viking may have attended class and submitted work, mastery was still not achieved. A grade of NG points towards insufficient evidence of learning. Assessments, projects, skills practice, and state tests will be used to determine final quarterly grades.

CONTINUOUS LEARNING Vikings who demonstrate proficiency on standards relating to a specific unit will be able to take unit assessments, and may be eligible for more time, support, and possible reassessment. Vikings who are absent are expected to make contact with their teachers, get any work missed, and make arrangements to complete the work/hand in and/or complete previously assigned work and assessments in a timely manner the first day they return to school from any absence. Doing so will help to minimize disruptions in each Vikings learning environment. Missing/Late work will be accepted at teachers discretion in accordance with the specific class procedures.