Getting to know the Agenda Book

What is in it?  Redding Middle School contact information  School Calendar  Basic Academic Expectations and Daily Assignment Records  Hall Passes  Basic Behavioral Expectations

How will these help me succeed at RMS?

Uses for Contact Information and School Calendar Phone numbers and Web addresses are given to help with any school-related issue:  Family emergencies  Illnesses and make-up work  Vacation planning  State testing  Report cards  Bussing  School closings And More!

Basic Academic Expectations and Daily Assignment Records Help you do your…

Academic FYI: Grading Scale: Promotion Policy: Pass all 4 core subjects and success on DSTP Homework and Make-up work: Necessary and expected on time

Use Daily Assignment Log to record EVERYTHING!!!  Homework assignments  Test Grades  Due dates  Reminders of upcoming events  Notes to/from parent/teacher

Hall Passes LLimited Number of Pages Use sparingly and wisely FFill it out completely YOU write it, teacher signs it DDo NOT abuse them They are a privilege, not a right

Behavior Basics  Positive Behavior Support and the Code of the Knights Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Be a Good Citizen Be There – Be Ready

Behavior Basics cont’d: Dress Code (No-no!)  Headgear  Coats/jackets  Short skirts or shorts(≥3”above knee)  Tank tops  Low, see-through, or belly shirts  Pajamas  Offensive/explicit words or picture  Chains and/or spikes

Behavior Basics cont’d: Code of Conduct References  Cafeteria guidelines Be seated, tidy, and respectful in all ways at all times.  Hallway behavior Hint: A crowded area is the worst place to misbehave.  Locker responsibility It does belong to Redding, not you.  Personal Possessions “The administration forbids items that disrupt the educational process.”

Behavior Basics cont’d: Code of Conduct References  Cell Phones “Students who have their cell phones out/on during the school day will have them taken away. Parents will be contacted to arrange the return of the phone.”  Attendance Policies Just be here when you are well – it is best for all.  Medication It ALL belongs at home or with the nurse. Period.

To Review… What are some tools that are in the agenda to help EVERYONE achieve success?

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