Welcome To Mr. Richard Hageman’s 6 th Grade Science 6 th Grade Science Class Class Elkhorn Middle School Elkhorn Middle School

Where am I supposed to Sit? You are initially allowed to sit wherever you desire. I will make changes based upon many factors: distractions, ability to see the board. Etc.. Each Seat will have a You are initially allowed to sit wherever you desire. I will make changes based upon many factors: distractions, ability to see the board. Etc.. Each Seat will have a Number Number reference reference E.G. 1, 2, 3, E.G. 1, 2, 3, And so on. And so on.

Who is this teacher as a person?

Will This Teacher Treat Me Fairly? AlwaYs ______________ YES,

What Will I be Doing This Year? Learning how to think, how to solve problems, how science makes a difference

What Will I be Doing This Year Topics Covered Life Science ~ The Living Organism. Life Science ~ The Living Organism. Cells and Animal Behavior. Cells and Animal Behavior. Ecology: The Food Chain, Populations, Etc. Ecology: The Food Chain, Populations, Etc. Earth / Space Science ~ The Universe. Earth / Space Science ~ The Universe. Physical Science ~ The Sun’s Energy. Physical Science ~ The Sun’s Energy. Motion & Speed, Matter Transformation. Motion & Speed, Matter Transformation. Learning that Science is Fascinating! Learning that Science is Fascinating!

How will I be Graded? 50% Participation Daily Reviews Special Projects 50% Assessments Quizzes Tests Homework*

What are the Rules in this Classroom?  Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak.  Stay in your seat unless you have permission to do otherwise.  Listen when others are talking.  Be respectful of others (& other’s property as well.  No cursing or teasing.

Mr. Hageman’s Classroom Contract Guidelines Guidelines Procedures Procedures

GUIDELINE #1 Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned bell work when the tardy bell rings Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned bell work when the tardy bell rings Your assignment will Your assignment will Either be on the board or on a sheet as you enter.

GUIDELINE #2 Bring all books and materials to class take them with you when you leave. Bring all necessary books and materials to class and take them with you when you leave. Remember: Pencils (at least 3) Remember: Pencils (at least 3) Notebook, Worksheets, etc. Notebook, Worksheets, etc. You will be expected to take notes in class daily!

GUIDELINE #3 Follow directions the FIRST time they are given. Follow directions the FIRST time they are given. When the door closes,, class is to begin. Conversations stop and attention is expected! When the door closes,, class is to begin. Conversations stop and attention is expected!

GUIDELINE #4 Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity. Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity.

Guideline #5 Follow all of Elkhorn Middle School’s Policies and Procedures as outlined in the EMS and Franklin County Schools handbooks. Follow all of Elkhorn Middle School’s Policies and Procedures as outlined in the EMS and Franklin County Schools handbooks.

Special Guideline This classroom is a “No Whining Zone”. That means that there will be no whining for ANY reason. This classroom is a “No Whining Zone”. That means that there will be no whining for ANY reason. Everything that I do is in your best interest, & Has a specific purpose…so please…respect the “No Whining Zone” this semester. Everything that I do is in your best interest, & Has a specific purpose…so please…respect the “No Whining Zone” this semester.

Guideline Infractions After Class Discussion After Class Discussion If I notice an infraction of a Guideline or if you are off task, I will place a mark by your name on a Classroom “Cooperation Sheet”. If I notice an infraction of a Guideline or if you are off task, I will place a mark by your name on a Classroom “Cooperation Sheet”. We will discuss your explanation AFTER class and document how we will improve. We will discuss your explanation AFTER class and document how we will improve.

Following Guideline will result in: Verbal Acknowledgement. A stress free learning environment. A pleasant and orderly classroom atmosphere.

NOT following Guidelines will result in: 1 st : Verbal Warning and documentation. 2 nd : In Class Time Out, 3 rd : D-Hall after school, Parental Contact. 4 th : Cool-Down & Reflection 5 th Disciplinary Office Referral, (ODR).

Severe Clause Any student who uses profanity, fights, damages school property (This includes the property of the teacher and other students) or is disrespectful (as defined by the teacher) will be sent to the office IMMEDIATELY.

Classroom Procedures

Entering the Room Please enter quietly. Be seated at your assigned seat. Take out your materials (sharpen pencils as needed, this is the time, not later) Begin bell work assignment. Use the “Parking Lot” as appropriate.

The “PARKING LOT” If I am busy or talking with someone, you may write a note and post in on the “PARKING LOT” Board. Mark your note according to urgency. RED - READ IMMEDIATELY BLUE – Read as soon as possible GREEN – Read when you have an opportunity. Feel free to interrupt if there is a true emergency!

When you are tardy Enter quietly. Excused: Place excuse in the basket on the file cabinet. Unexcused: Sign detention book on board by the door. Explain WHY! Have a seat and take out your materials.

Getting your attention I will: Raise my hand. (If class is in a group or outside the classroom or loud I will say “GIVE ME 5” once.) Wait for everyone to be quite. Begin speaking.

Getting your attention You Will: * Notice my hand is raised or hear my voice. * Stop what you are doing! * Face me and give me your quite attention.

SPECIAL “Safety” ALERT NEWS FLASH IMMEDIATELY stop what you are doing. All hands hit the table. Immediate quiet. ANY ignoring of this ALERT will result in an IMMEDIATE DETENTION HALL AND A CALL TO YOUR PARENTS

Paper Heading Procedure Your Name Today’s Date Science 6 th Grade 3 rd period Place on ALL Homework and work you turn in.

Student Responsibility Sheet This is for students who do not have the assigned homework to turn in. Obtain sheet from under the homework tray on my desk, Or fill out your own. Fill it out. Sign and date it. Place this completed sheet in the tray with the rest of the homework papers.

Student Responsibility Sheet  If sheet is not turned in explaining the lack of having Homework when Due will result in A ZERO for that Assignment.

I finished my work early! What do I do now?  Review your Science terminology / vocabulary.  Work on unfinished assignments.  Begin / continue planning your special project if it has been assigned.  Start working on your next homework assignment.  Get teacher’s copy of the newspaper to review.

Scheduled Check Out / Leave Early Procedure. Please let me know as you enter the classroom. Please let me know as you enter the classroom. Provide a signed note requesting the early leave unless you have already done so. (unless I have a parental request I can not excuse you early) Provide a signed note requesting the early leave unless you have already done so. (unless I have a parental request I can not excuse you early) Pack your materials quietly and leave at the assigned time. Pack your materials quietly and leave at the assigned time. If it is an emergency, quickly get my attention and I will assist you. If it is an emergency, quickly get my attention and I will assist you.

Turning in papers Place your paper on the desk next to you >>> Left side. Place your paper on the desk next to you >>> Left side. If when you receive a paper, place yours on top and continue passing the stack to the LEFT. If when you receive a paper, place yours on top and continue passing the stack to the LEFT. I will come by and collect the stacks, or ask ONE student to collect the stacks and bring them to me. I will come by and collect the stacks, or ask ONE student to collect the stacks and bring them to me.

Distributing Papers.  I will (or ask ONE student to) place a stack of papers on the desk to the row’s>>>Right  The student is to take one sheet and place the remaining stack of papers to the desk on their RIGHT.  This continues until all the papers are distributed.

Classroom Discussions. PLEASE participate. PLEASE participate. I want to hear what you have to say. I want to hear what you have to say. Make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion. Make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion. If your question is off the topic write it down and ask later. If your question is off the topic write it down and ask later.

Moving About the Room. You must ask permission. You must ask permission. Do not ask during a classroom discussion unless it is an emergency. Do not ask during a classroom discussion unless it is an emergency.

Class Dismissal THE TEACHER DISMISSES YOU, NOT THE BELL! THE TEACHER DISMISSES YOU, NOT THE BELL! Wait until the teacher finishes and officially dismisses you. Wait until the teacher finishes and officially dismisses you. In return for diligent work and cooperation, I will try to end the lesson several minutes early so that students may clean-up, pack-up, and receive any last minute reminders or announcements. All rights reserved! In return for diligent work and cooperation, I will try to end the lesson several minutes early so that students may clean-up, pack-up, and receive any last minute reminders or announcements. All rights reserved!

SPECIAL Procedures These will be introduced on an “as needed” basis. Special Guests. Special Guests. Fire Drill. Fire Drill. Assemblies. Assemblies. Substitute Teacher. Substitute Teacher. Moving the class to library or another area (Gym, Cafeteria, etc). Moving the class to library or another area (Gym, Cafeteria, etc). Intercom announcements. Intercom announcements.

Remember… I truly believe in your potential and I want you to believe in it too. Let’s have an awesome year. Mr. Hageman Mr. Hageman

Guideline / Procedure Contract Agreement Mr. Hageman has thoroughly reviewed, answered all questions to my satisfaction and has provided me a copy of his 6 th Grade Science classroom rules, guidelines, procedures and other general information. I understand and agree to abide by these regulations and any penalties associated with a related infraction. __________________________ ____________ Student’s Signature Today’s Date