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 only unless 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! S TUDENTS T AKING A CADEMIC & BEHAVIOR R ESPONSIBILTY

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?