Protocol.Expectation.Information

This page specifically addresses: communication, absences, unintended issues, decorum, homework. assignments, consultations.
COMMUNICATION: E-MAIL & PHONE If internet service is unavailable: call Mr. Alexander @ 215-233-6030 extension 2654.

When I want to e-mail Mr. Alexander, the message is to be sent to the domain: sdst.org, preceded by dallas_alexander@

I will follow the protocol as identified below:

1. The subject line is to address the purpose (question, clarification, request, information) of my communication and the topic(s) (regarding: goals, project, paper, wiki, etc.) 2. I will follow the conventions of a business letter with a salutation of: Mr. Alexander: or Hello Mr. Alexander,. 3. Use standard capitalization (including the word “I”), standard sentence structure (including commas and periods), and standard grammar. 4. Organize my message with paragraphs when communicating multiple topics. 5. Communicate my point or question specifically and completely. 6. Type full name, course number and meeting designation at the closing (example: Mike Jones, Senior Seminar 1985, Day 1, D Block). 7. My tone is high school student to school teacher. I will write appropriately.

ABSENCE OR UNINTENDED ISSUE In the situation that I have foresight of an absence, I will e-mail Mr. Alexander to document it so he can appropriately prepare me to be successful with my responsibilities I miss. I want to maximize my performance instead of diminish it. Instead of being reactive about my academic responsibilities, I want to be proactive; taking initiative and enabling success by utilizing the tools available to me to have effective means of communication.

When I am unexpectedly absent from class, the expectation is that I will e-mail Mr. Alexander when I have access to on-line services. The reason that I am expected to communicate with my teacher is to acknowledge that I am not attending class so my teacher can appropriately adjust lesson plans if appropriate and for him to communicate with me the responsibilities I am missing.

In the situation that something arises that is prohibitive to me completing an assignment, I am expected to communicate with Mr. Alexander by phone (as phone messages are sent via e-mail as a .wav file) or e-mail to acknowledge my responsibility and a difficulty that I have experienced. This does not mean that I necessarily will be granted an extension, however, it does indicate to my teacher I recognize my accountability and would like to negotiate my difficulty.

CLASSROOM DECORUM 1. Standard school expectations are in effect as stated in the student handbook. 2. Points of emphasis: a. hats nor hoods are to be atop one's head b. students may not be equipped with .mp3 players nor sunglasses during class unless otherwise indicated. c. Mobile phones and personal electronic devices are turned off and out of sight as they are distractions. If either of the aforementioned are seen, it/they will be surrendered for the remainder of the period. Remember to reclaim your device if one is surrendered. 3. If I desire to leave the classroom, I must have a passbook in my hand. I will write the appropriate information on the paper then submit it to the teacher to sign. I may then leave the classroom then return within an appropriate duration of time.

ASSIGNMENTS/HOMEWORK: During the class an assignment is due, without being prompted by the teacher, a hard copy (with my name on it) is to be submitted by me to my teacher during class because I am an accountable individual fulfilling my responsibilities of submitting my assignment.

CONSULTATIONS: If I am uncertain of something or am feeling frustrated and want to make progress with my challenge, I am encouraged to discuss such sentiments with my course teacher. If we do not connect for a consultation during class, I can schedule time outside of class as my course teacher is flexible with meeting times. It is expected that if I have a specific issue regarding the course, I will communicate either in person, through the phone or via e-mail with my teacher to attempt to resolve the issue.