Classroom Procedures 2015-2016 Mr. O’Neal Computer Lab 219 Westridge Middle School

Entering the Classroom Wait in the hall, lined up, single file and SILENT beside my classroom, until I dismiss the other class and invite you into the room. (note: this is a good time to get your planner and pen or pencil out of your backpack) Greet the teacher and enter the class Sit quietly and begin working Bell work/Daily Starter

Coming late to class Knock on the door Wait to be let into the classroom Enter quietly If you have a pass, show it to me Get to work immediately

Leaving the Classroom When there is five minutes remaining in class, we will inspect each row to make sure all areas are cleaned up and orderly. The teacher will then dismiss you to your next class. Push in chairs and take any trash on the floor or near your computer and place it in the trash can or recycling bin.

COMPUTER LOGINS User name: student ID Password: birthday If your login does not work, erase, try-again, still not working? Raise hand and wait for Mr. O’Neal to help you – DO NOT LEAVE YOUR SEAT

DAILY STARTERS & AGENDA Everyday you come to class you will have a Writing Integration/Bellwork. After finishing your Daily Starter, copy the agenda into your planner each day. This and your Daily Starter will be checked for completion on Fridays.

Returning after an absence For web-based assignments check the class website for directions and examples on completing the work Ask questions about the work after class Turn work into the Teacher or Edmodo

Submitting Assignments 3 ways to turn in your work If it’s a document - I will ask you to leave the document open on your desktop and come around and grade it If it’s a project - I will ask you to submit it electronically (Edmodo.com) If it’s a handout – I will collect it

HANDING OUT PAPERS Papers will be handed to students at the end of the row Take one and pass it down Please do not throw papers at another student, if you cannot reach them get up and walk the papers to them

COLLECTING PAPERS Pass your papers to the left Students at the end of each row will be responsible for stacking them neatly and checking for names and headings on each paper Someone will come by and collect all stacks.

Paper Headings When turning papers in (both paper and digital) use the following heading in the upper right hand corner FIRST and LAST name Class Period Date Seat Number

If you finish early I must check your work for completion and quality Finish any missing assignments Typing Drills You must work from bell to bell NOTE: no online games (arcade or educational) allowed – NO EXCEPTIONS

Moving Around the Room Stay in your seat at all times unless you have been given permission to do otherwise Students that wonder around the classroom are not doing their work and create a big distraction for other students that are on task

Appropriate time to sharpen pencils and get materials Before class begins During transitions (between assignments)

When given permission to do so: Getting materials without disturbing others if I’m late or the class is doing a quiet activity (testing) When given permission to do so: Quietly walk directly to where the materials are located Get your materials Return directly to your seat Continue work

When you need a pencil or paper Ask at the beginning of the class Bring collateral to exchange for your supplies

Talking During class discussion, Bell work/Daily Starter tutorial – no talking unless called upon During class activity – use quiet voices only and talk only to neighbors

Listening to/responding to questions Raise your hand wait to be called on Do not shout out your answers

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

Getting your attention Lights will flash on Stop talking Look at the teacher Raise hand Listen for instructions Continue working when instructed

Indicating whether you understand… 4 - I can teach it 3 – I got it 2 – I ‘m almost there, but… 1 – What? I need help!

Requesting Help or Information Re-read the directions – often times your answer is right in front of you Ask neighbors to the left and right (Ask two before me) If you are still unclear, raise your hand

Checking Progressbook It is your responsibility to check your grades on a weekly basis Have your Progressbook login information handy

When a school-wide announcement is made over the PA System Stop talking Listen to the announcement Then continue working quietly

When visitors are in the classroom Continue with your work Be polite to the guest, answer questions if asked Maintain work if the teacher is called away If appropriate, engage in conversation with the visitor

If the teacher is out of the classroom or absent Continue with your work Maintain the classroom guideline and procedures

If you are suddenly ill If time, ask the teacher for a pass to the nurse If no time, go directly to the restroom If you cannot make it to the restroom, please grab the waste basket on your way outside Report back when you are done to get a pass to the nurse’s office

Bathroom Breaks / Water Fountain Bathrooms and water are located within the building You must ask permission to use the bathroom and water fountain Not allowed during the first and last 10 min of class time Water is not accessible all the time so get drinks of water before you get to class

Responding to a fire drill Line-up at the door Listen for the teacher’s instructions Exit the room Go down the hallway, past the 8th grade reading classes, proceed down the stairs by the gym Line up by the gym Wait quietly in a single-file line while teacher takes roll

Responding to a severe weather drill Listen for the teacher’s instructions Move towards the front of the room by the interior wall Sit where instructed Be quiet and aware for instructions

LOCK OUT / TARDY SWEEP If you hear the announcement for a lock out and you are not inside and seated when the bell rings report to your grade level administrator

Using passes during class time This is a hands-on computer lab All assignments will be completed during class time and everything has a due date If you are out of class you are not working on the assignments No passes will be issued to “run errands” unless it is an emergency and you have completed all your work (your definition of an emergency may be different than mine) Take care of business before or after school or in between classes

Cell Phones and Electronic devices Keep them turned off and put away unless we are using them for a specific assignment If I see them I will take them Confiscated equipment will be returned to you at the end of the day Repeat offenders will have to get their equipment back from the grade level administrator

Successful Sayings Thank You Excuse Me Please You’re Welcome I’m Sorry