Mrs. Smith’s Sophomore & Senior English Southside High School Fort Smith, AR 2014-2015

Please grab an index card from the front table and find your assigned seat. Follow instructions on front board, complete your “Student FYI” Index Card (Place seating chart here)

All about Mrs. Smith Mrs. Kind, Happy, Organized Two Sons Colorado, Starbucks, Netflix Snakes, Rollercoasters, Heights Greece, Eric Clapton, a Moose Anything by F. Scott Fitzgerald Princeton, New Jersey Smith

Mrs. Smith’s Mind Map ID Card College! About Mrs. Smith Crested Butte, CO My Family Princeton High School Princeton, NJ My Lab!

Classroom Rules As adopted by all Southside High School faculty Be in your assigned place ready to work when the bell rings Be materials and completed work to class each day Keep hands, feet, books and other objects to yourself Do not swear, tease, use rude gestures, or use “put downs” Follow the teacher’s directions

Mrs. Smith’s Classroom Rules To ensure a safe learning environment, students will be… Respectful Responsible Proactive Students will offer input on ways to demonstrate the rules

Rule #1 Be Respectful Provide an example of how students could demonstrate this rule (remember to consider the objective: does it ensure a safe learning environment?)

Rule #2 Be Responsible Provide an example of how students could demonstrate this rule (remember to consider the objective: does it ensure a safe learning environment?)

Rule #3 Be Proactive Provide an example of how students could demonstrate this rule (remember to consider the objective: does it ensure a safe learning environment?)

Following Mrs. Smith’s Classroom Rules will result in: A safe learning environment Happy Students A Stress-free Classroom A Pleasant Atmosphere Learning!

Not Following Mrs. Smith’s Classroom Rules will Result in: 1st Offense Verbal Warning 2nd Offense Student Responsibility Card followed by an Action Plan 3rd Offense Office Referral

Student Responsibility Card Name       Date Class/period: /   Needs to improve Citizenship:  Students mark all that apply.    ___ raise hand to speak ___ get to class on time ___ don't disrupt others ___ other Needs to improve Academics: Students mark all that apply.    ___ Complete homework ___ more effort needed in class ___ use class time wisely ___ other Describe Infraction: This must be a complete sentence and BE SPECIFIC. Ex. I didn't do worksheet page 56 because I left it in my locker. I was told two times to get busy.  I forgot my pencil twice this week.                         Student signature: Teacher signature:                   Parent/guardian signature(s): Additional comments: May be written on back

Classroom Rule Infraction When placed on your desk, complete the Student Responsibility Card Sign it Keep it until the end of class and then give it to the teacher – at this time, an Action Plan will be discussed

Severe Infractions 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 with a referral

Southside Student Handbook Follow all procedures and policies as outlined in the Southside High School Student Handbook. Follow all technology rules and procedures. Student Handbook

Classroom Procedures: Entering the classroom Tardy policy Restroom / Hall Passes Sign-out Sheet Getting your attention Turning in assignments Make-up Work for excused absences Finishing your work early Classroom discussions Moving around the classroom Class dismissal

Entering the Classroom Please enter quietly, ready to work Have a seat at your assigned place Take out your materials Begin bell work assignment You will have approximately 3-5 minutes to complete the bell work assignment – the assignment will always be posted on the front board Daily Bell Work will be collected for a grade each Friday

Tardy Policy Enter quietly and take your seat If Excused: Place excuse on teacher’s desk Repeat Unexcused Tardies: Students will complete a Student Responsibility Card

Getting Your Attention I will: Stand in front of the class Raise my hand Wait for everyone to be quiet Begin speaking

Paper Heading Follow MLA Format In top left corner, write/type the following: Your full name (first and last) Mrs. Smith Class Period Date PLEASE NOTE: Points will be deducted on papers without a name CLAIM YOUR WORK!

After an Excused Absence Check the “Make-up Binder” to see what you missed Retrieve any handouts and complete You will have one school day for each day that is missed to return assignments No make-up work will be provided for unexcused absences If you have on-line access, you may also check the class website for postings at classsmith.pbworks.com

Student Responsibility Card For students who do NOT have assigned homework Fill it out Sign and date it Turn it in with the homework papers in the appropriate bin Late homework is not accepted!

Student Responsibility Card Name       Date Class/period: /   Needs to improve Citizenship:  Students mark all that apply.    ___ raise hand to speak ___ get to class on time ___ don't disrupt others ___ other Needs to improve Academics: Students mark all that apply.    ___ Complete homework ___ more effort needed in class ___ use class time wisely ___ other Describe Infraction: This must be a complete sentence and BE SPECIFIC. Ex. I didn't do worksheet page 56 because I left it in my locker. I was told two times to get busy.  I forgot my pencil twice this week.                         Student signature: Teacher signature:                   Parent/guardian signature(s): Additional comments: May be written on back

What do I do when I finish early? Work on unfinished English assignments Work in your Writer’s Notebook Start working on next assignment (if applicable) Read your independent reading book Choose an “Extend Your Thinking” activity

Classroom Discussions PLEASE participate with the class —no side conversations. I want to hear what you have to say, but your must raise your hand and be acknowledged by the teacher before you speak. Make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion. If your question is off the topic, write it down and ask later. Use the “Talking Ball” appropriately

Turning in Assignments When directed, turn in assignments into the appropriate bin – labeled by Period Be sure your name and class period are on your paper! Late assignments are not accepted!

Moving Around the Classroom Please don’t get up from your seat unless it is an emergency (This includes getting up to sharpen your pencil) For bathroom visits that cannot wait until the end of class, you must sign-out and note the time All students must sign-out to leave the room

Class Dismissal “Have a great day!” The teacher dismisses you, not the bell Do not start packing up prior to the bell Wait until the teacher finishes and officially dismisses you with: “Have a great day!”

Special Procedures (used on an as-needed basis) Library/Media Center Special Guests Progress Reports Small Group Activities Drills Intercom Announcements Assemblies Substitute Teacher

Remember: I truly believe in your potential and I want you to believe in it too! Although grades are important, making a learning gain is what matters. Avoid the urge to compare your grades to others; strive to better yourself. We are going to have an awesome year! ~ Mrs. Smith

Biopoem – Due Wed., Aug. 20 1st line: your first name 2nd line: 3 words that describe you 3rd line: 3 things you like 4th line: 3 things you do not like 5th line: 3 fears you have 6th line: 3 things you would like to see 7th line: your favorite book or author 8th line: your hometown 9th line: your last name

Mind Map ID – Due Wed., Aug. 20 Create a Mind Map ID using the Large Index Card provided Be creative and illustrate your hobbies, interests and things that represent who you are Check out these creative examples! Prepare a few lines to share in a “classroom whip”