Mrs. Lowe’s Classroom Procedures and Expectations

Mrs. Lowe’s Classroom Procedures and Expectations

Why Do We Have Procedures? • They are a part of life – we follow procedures all the time. • They can help things to run more efficiently, and make things safer. • They help to establish our classroom culture, making it a better environment to learn.

How to Enter the Classroom • Line up on the wall outside of the classroom. • I will meet you at the door to welcome you to class. • Greet me as you walk in the room. • Enter classroom in Adult Mode

Starting Class • Quietly gather your materials: • Interactive Notebook & Folders • Take out any homework that is due and place in basket. • Complete the “Do Now” Bell Ringer activity listed on the board

What to Do With Your Belongings • All of your belongings should be placed inside the cubby of your desk. • Make sure nothing is in the aisles. • For safety reasons, please DO NOT lean back in your chair!

If You Are Absent • An “Absent Buddy” will fill out a “While You Were Out” sheet and write down what you missed. • Any papers passed out will be stapled to this sheet. • Make sure YOU pick up your work when you return to school!

Out of Area • There is no “pass time”. You MUST travel directly from one class to the next class. • Respect staff desk areas and sink area. These areas are marked with tape.

If You Do Not Complete Class Assignment or Homework • Get a “Student Responsibility Sheet” from the folder. • Fill it out. All of it. Be honest. • Place the sheet in the basket which is marked for papers.

Turning in Papers • Pass all papers to the right. • People at the end should pass the entire row down. • The last person should bring all of the papers to the teacher’s desk.

Sharpening a Pencil • Please get teacher’s permission before sharpening pencils. • Do not sharpen pencils when the teacher is speaking. • Only one person at a time at the pencil sharpener. (I love this student! He looks so prepared!)

Using Your iPad in Class • An iPad will be assigned to you. • You are responsible for the iPad during your assigned time. • Playing non-academic games or accessing social media sites is not allowed. • I will check iPads during class by saying • “Flip Your Screen” • iPads are for ACADEMICS USE onlyunless teacher says otherwise.

Using the Bathroom • There are scheduled bathroom breaks. • Please see me if you have an emergency.

Using the Classroom Library • The books/magazines in this room should be treated with respect. • Handle all books including textbooks gently. • Return each book to the bookcase when you are finished with it.

Using Classroom Supplies • This room is well stocked to help you complete your classwork. • Supplies are located by teacher partner’s desk. • Remember to return all supplies back to the appropriate container when you are finished with them. • Put the caps back on the glue sticks please!

Using the Classroom Sink • Classroom sink is to be used by Adult Staff ONLY unless given permission otherwise. • FYI…No personal food or drink allowed in classroom.

When the Teacher Wants Your Attention • When I want your attention, I will say: “Please listen up and give me your ATTENDING SKILLS.” • Raise my hand • Student will raise their hands& be quiet

When You Want the Teacher’s Attention • Raise your hand. • Wait for me to respond by calling your name. • Be patient. I may be helping another student. Don’t be this guy.

How to Set Up a Paper • Each paper should have four things in the top right hand corner: • Your first and last name • The date • The assignment • The Learning Target

If You Finish Your Work Early • Check to make sure that you answered all the questions. Is there a back side? • Study your vocabulary/spelling words. • Complete a TASK CENTER. • Organize your folders. • Read a book from the classroom library or personal book.

Classroom Discussions • Please participate! I want to hear what you have to say! • Make all questions or comments relevant to the current discussion or topic. • Please refrain from shouting out ideas. • Have respect for your classmates’ ideas.

If the Fire Alarm Goes Off • Stop what you are doing immediately. • Quickly and quietly line up at the door. • Head for the designated exit. • No talking in line. • Listen for adult directions in ALL emergency situations.

End of Class Dismissal • The teacher dismisses the class, not the clock! Class is over when I say “Have a good day!” • Do not start packing up ahead of time. • Pick up the floor around you. • Push in your chair. • Place exit slips in basket.

Following procedures & expectations will result in… • Verbal Acknowledgment/Cheers • A stress free learning environment • Classroom celebrations • Positive comments sent home • Success in life

Your are a STAR! STUDENTS TAKING ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR RESPONSIBILTY

DISCOVERY KEEP CALM & FOLLOW THE 6Ps Prompt Prepared Polite PMA Participate Produce

Discovery Continue to… Keep Calm & Follow the Attending Skills Being in the Moment Appropriate body language Appropriate eye contact Appropriate feedback Ask questions to clarify/validate

Classroom Creed I am a very important person. I am responsible for what I say and do. I will acknowledge your feelings, listen to your ideas, and respect your personal space. Please show me the same respectful behavior.

Questions?

Mrs. Lowe’s Classroom Procedures and Expectations