Classroom Policies

for all classes

Classroom Procedure

            Students are to be in their assigned seat when the bell rings.  Students need their homework, notebook, textbook, and a writing utensil.  Write assignments in your notebook and be prepared to get started.  Homework will be checked for completion and discussed in the beginning of class.  Cooperative learning groups will be formed and used often during class time.

            RESPECT is essential for a positive learning environment.

• Be in your assigned seat and ready to work when the bell rings.
• Bring all books and materials to class.
• Follow directions the FIRST time they are given.
• Respect and be polite to all people.
• Respect other people’s property.
• Obey all school rules.

 

            Students are expected to come to class prepared and to be attentive during class activities and discussion.  Classroom participation will include the student’s ability to follow classroom rules and procedures.

Students are expected to:

• Understand an individual’s rights, roles and responsibilities in a community.
• Exhibit awareness of and respect for individual and cultural differences.
• Function as a positive participant in a group.
• Write effectively for a variety of reasons.
• Read with comprehension and critical insight.
• Speak, listen and observe actively and effectively.
• Convey ideas, feelings and information through the creative process.

            Students miss valuable learning time when using the restroom during class.  Students are encouraged to use the restroom during lunch and between classes.  If deemed an emergency, students may quickly use the restroom and return to class within an appropriate time.  Restroom breaks are not to be used to go to a locker, socialize with friends, or as an excuse to get out of class. 

            If a student leaves the room for any reason, (restroom, library, office, etc.) he/she must Sign out and Sign back in when returning to class.  The sign out sheet will be located next to the door.

            Each homework assignment will be collected on its due date.  Late assignments will incur a 10 point penalty for each day late.  The lowest homework score will be dropped at the end of each quarter.

            All work due is to be turned in within two school days from the time the student returns to school, regardless if class does not meet on that day.  It is the student’s responsibility to give work to the teacher.
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            It is the student’s responsibility to collect all missed work during his/her absence.  The student will also be responsible to collect agenda and class notes from a class member or the teacher.