Middle School Expectations

All students will preserve the learning environment

What does preserve the learning environment mean? Look like? Sound Like? Examples:

PROMPT Be ready to learn by the time the “bell rings”.

PREPARED Bring ALL books and materials to class every day.

Respectful to other people and their property.

to all plants, animals, and classroom materials. Respectful to all plants, animals, and classroom materials.

On - Task

Follow directions the first time they are given. More On - Task Follow directions the first time they are given.

Stay in your assigned seat during the whole class period. Use signals! Fist = tissue, crossed fingers = restroom, and pencil shake… Teacher will indicate IF you can get up or IF you need to wait. More On - Task Stay in your assigned seat during the whole class period.

No personal grooming in class. More On - Task No personal grooming in class.

Snack Free Zone Only WATER

Cell phones are to remain off. Other technology should be cleared by the teacher before use daily. On SOME days Kindles, iPads, and iPods can be used FOR CLASS – never for music, texts, or personal email. I will announce this in advance.

Areas that are off limits without permission

Where do you get stuff and give me stuff?

What happens if I am absent or late?

Hall Privileges Agenda calendar page 3 per month Teacher approval Sign-out sheet

What happens if I “forget” my homework?

Let’s talk about classroom norms…