1. Mr. Hanan’s 5th Grade Class

3. Use voice level as requested by adult Use voice level as requested by adult Stay in personal space Stay in personal space Listen when others are speaking Listen when others are speaking Be a friend Be a friend Work together when directed Work together when directed Do your personal best Do your personal best Be a problem solver Be a problem solver Use materials appropriately Use materials appropriately Leave room and area neat Leave room and area neat Walk Walk

4. ROCK The Classroom -Come to class ON TIME everyday prepared to work and prepared to learn! Bring all materials Once you enter the room you will not be allowed to leave. Go to the restroom and get water before you come to class. You are in the Fifth grade. You should be responsible enough to go to the restroom before you come to class. Sharpen your pencils and get your materials ready before the bell rings. You may only sharpen your pencils before class. Not during teacher instruction. Get morning work or any materials needed as directed by the message board. It will be important to come in and be prepared to pay attention. The agenda will tell you what to expect for the day. Unfinished class work is homework

5. When asking a question please raise your hand to respond!!! No talking out of turn- this is a distraction to other students and the teacher. Do not leave your seat when the teacher is in front of the class giving a lesson unless your are directed to do so otherwise. Please use walking feet in the classroom!! Use inside voices in classroom and during group activities. Paying attention will result in positive activities and a joyful learning experience.

6. You may not bring any outside materials or personal belongings to school unless you have approved it through the teacher. No cell phones or video games allowed during class. Cell phone if brought to school must remain off and inside your backpack/cabinet. All jackets and backpacks must remain inside your cabinet and not at your desk. We do not wear any hats or hoods inside the classroom. No food or drink is allowed in the classroom. Unless the teacher has approved the food.

7. Be polite to groups working in the hallway or classroom by keeping voice level 0 Be polite to groups working in the hallway or classroom by keeping voice level 0 Voice level 1 when speaking with an adult Voice level 1 when speaking with an adult Listen to adults Listen to adults Stay in personal space Stay in personal space Keep voice level 0 when alone or with a group Keep voice level 0 when alone or with a group Walk Walk Always on the right Always on the right Use every step on the stairs Use every step on the stairs Face forward while walking Face forward while walking Walk single file through doorways Walk single file through doorways

8. Stay in personal space Stay in personal space Allow privacy for others Allow privacy for others Be quick Be quick Voice level 0 or 1 Voice level 0 or 1 Wait patiently Flush toilet Wash hands with soap and keep water in sink Towels- 3 pulls Trash in the can Walk Feet on floor

9. Get a “1 alligator, 2 alligator, 3 alligator drink” Stay in personal space Wait patiently Look forward while waiting

10. Voice level zero Stay in personal space Give me 5: 2 eyes looking, 2 ears listening, 1 mouth closed Listen when others are speaking Bring your best manners Respond appropriately to presenter Respectful applause only Sit on your pockets

11. Continue hallway procedures while in service line. Stay in personal space Voice level 1 or 2 as requested by adults Remain in seat at your table Bring your best manners Wait patiently Raise your hand if you need adult help Walk

12. Keep cafeteria clean and clean up after yourself Keep your feet under your table Sit on your pockets Eat your own food.

13. Playground equipment must be treated with respect. You must play on equipment properly- no walking up the slide or swinging on the swings on your stomach, etc. Tell a teacher or Aide immediately if someone is injured or hurt. Be respectful to each other and follow teacher directions.

14. Ask permission before leaving area Stay within boundaries Gather any materials for recess BEFORE going to the playground Dress appropriately for the weather Line up and return to class at the sound of the bell Respect others Voice level zero when lining up Stay in personal space and use kind words

15. Follow all directions from your driver Enter and exit bus and building peacefully Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself Be courteous and use kind language Stand in designated area Wait until the car/bus comes to complete stop before getting in or out Keep hands, feet and other objects to yourself Remain seated at all times Make sure all homework materials are packed up before leaving for the car/bus

16. Voice level 1 or 2 with seatmate Voice level zero as requested by adult Be a problem solver Back to back, seat to seat Backpack in lap Feet on floor Follow safety rules

17. You may go to the library only on our assigned class time. Please use inside voices in the library and following instructions given by the teachers in the media center. Once you have checked out your books you must return to class. Do not stay and read or talk with other students.

18. Put away all materials in a caring manner. Do not write in or on any materials without permission. Handle disks, manipulatives, books, games, and other students’ property with care. This will allow our learning experiences to be more enjoyable because we will have a variety of objects to use. If we do not take care of these materials, our activities and learning may be limited. Furthermore, our materials cost money and some of them may not be replaceable. Failure to follow this rule will result in immediate suspension of use of materials.

19. Begin and complete all assignments as they are given. Turn in neat work in a timely manner. This also means checking your work and making corrections before you turn it in. This will also help you take pride in your work. Write your name on your paper! Stay on Task. Remember to stay focused. Do not waste time talking about things that do not pertain to the lesson. This will keep us on schedule and it will allow more time for other activities at the end of the day. When you complete all of your assignments you will be allowed to do anchor assignments on the computer or in learning centers. If your work is not neat or incorrect you will lose such privileges. Your Friday notebook is taken home on Friday’s and will be signed by your parents and returned on Monday.

20. A verbal warning will be given to each student who does not follow a school rule or expectation. The staff member will take this learning opportunity to teach the student what a proper alternative choice could have been. 1. Warning

21. 2. Parent Contact A conference between a student and staff member will be held to make the student aware of his/her poor judgment regarding a particular incident. This will provide another opportunity for discussing possible alternatives available for the student to correct the problem. The staff member will then contact a parent/guardian as needed. They will work together to come up with a plan to help the student make better choices.

22. 3. Referral to Office Any student who continues to make poor choices or put someone/something in danger will be sent to the office to speak with an administrator. The administrator will investigate the incident(s) and determine appropriate action to resolve the issue. Parents will be contacted.

23. 1. Tickets Tickets will be given to students who exhibit good choices, school rules or citizenship. The tickets will be placed in their classroom reward bin and names will be drawn out each week for a prize. 2. Raffle Small monthly rewards will be randomly presented via raffle to individual students in each grade who earned a ticket. The winners of the raffle will be called down during the announcements. 3. Random Calls Home Staff members will make random calls home to let parents know their children are being responsible.

24. I really want to have some excellent learning opportunities and have fun as well!!! Please listen and be respectful and we will have a great rest of the school year. Each student has a clean slate and can improve behavior!!! I want an exciting community environment!!! Any questions or ideas???