Last week was business as usual. Grades had to be entered by Thursday. It was interesting to me , some of the students ( failing ) came asking me what their grades were. When they knew they had failed basically every test, quiz, missed assignments, projects and I could go on and on . They acted really "shocked" when I asked them what did they think they made. They felt like they should have passed the class for just showing up and socializing. Our homecoming activities starts this week , so I can imagine the kids will be celebrating and preparing for the "pep rally ".
The homecoming game is Saturday ( 10/27/07 ) and the dean of our academy scheduled a " Unity In The Community Festival " on the same day. He has requested that some of the health science students assist with the festival. I am wondering how many will show up , since this is the day of homecoming. I hope everyone has a " GOOD WEEK ".
Hi there! Like you, I am amazed when a student is failing and acts like it was a total surprise. They get this amazed deer in the head light look! Unbelievable!!! Our school is having a Wolfapalooza week rather than homecoming. It should be interesting! I can't wait.Good luck with your festival!
ReplyDeleteYour students will get the message that showing up is not enough to earn a passing grade in your class. Hopefully, then they'll start taking things more seriously.
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