1. Welcome 6th Grade!
While you are waiting for us to get started, answer the following questions…
What were 2 fun things you did over summer break?
What is one thing you are nervous about this school year?
(If you need paper, it’s up front on the stool)

2. Ms. Hawks’ Expectations, Routines & Procedures

3. What you need… Agenda Science Notebook (Composition Notebook)
Pencil/pen

4. Grading Scale 70% of Grade 10% of grade 20% of Grade Labs
Assessments (Tests/Quizzes)
Projects
20% of Grade
Participation (including Bellwork)
Classwork (Including Notebooks)
10% of grade
Homework

5. Grading Scale cont. 93 – 100 A 85 – 92 B 77 – 84 C 70 – 76 D
Below F

6. Assignments Given on a regular basis
If no assignment… study/review notes
Complete EVERY assignment
Have assignments on due date
Deductions taken on assignments that are late
20 points daily

7. Late Work Policy 1 day late = - 20 points 2 days late = - 30 points
4 days late = NHI (Not handed in) (50)

8. What happens if an assignment is late?
To turn in late work, students must…
fill out a “Late Work Explanation” from
staple it to the FRONT of the assignment
turn it into the period tray located in the “Student Center” at the front of the classroom.

9. Notebooks
ALL notes and assignments should be in a composition notebook.
Items in the notebook should be kept neat and organized at all times.
Items will need to be secured with glue
Ms. Hawks will show you how to set up your notebook
Make sure you have a notebook by Thursday, August 28!!!!

10. What do I do if I’m absent?
Student’s responsibility to obtain any missing work
Look on website or in “While You Were Out” Binder
Located in front of room by pencil sharpener (At Student Center)
Have 1 day to make up work for each day absent for absences of 1-3 days
Have 2 days for each day absent to make up work if absences exceed 3 days

11. YOU’RE GONNA HEAR US ROAR!!!!!
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS

12. Respect Yourself and Others
Respond appropriately to adults
The teacher, rather than the bell dismisses the class
Follow instructions without comment and/or argument
Be polite
Avoid shrugs, eye rolling, muttering and other negative behaviors

13. Respect Yourself and Others
Be an active learner
Stay on task
Take effective notes
Ask questions
Treat others & their property appropriately
Ask permission to use/borrow materials
Think before you speak

14. Respect Yourself and Others
Keep your hands and your feet to yourself
Use appropriate & positive language
Avoid gossiping, teasing, bullying, etc…
Say “please,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” etc…

15. Own Your Actions Have all assignments on due date
Have assignments out & ready to turn in before tardy bell rings
Follow policies concerning missed/late work
Use agenda to keep track of assignments
Write all assignments into agenda at the beginning of class
Review daily

16. Own Your Actions Keep track of your belongings
Check desk & surrounding areas before you leave class
Refrain from bringing unneeded items to class (i.e. gum, food, drinks, cell phones, etc…)
Book bags remain in lockers until 6th period

17. Apply Positive Leadership
Arrive to class on time with materials
Sharpen pencils before tardy bell rings
Bring notebook, agenda, writing utensils, and other class specific supplies with you daily

18. Apply Positive Leadership
Enter quietly & follow classroom procedures
Sit in assigned seat
Begin preparing for class (i.e. write homework in agenda, get out homework, begin bellwork, etc…)
Avoid socializing with classmates
Complete personal needs before entering class

19. Apply Positive Leadership
Have an encouraging attitude
Use positive language
Be willing to assist fellow classmates (when appropriate)
Be open to new ideas & trying new things

20. Respect Our School Use supplies wisely
Clean up after yourself (trash in trash cans, recycle bins, etc…)
After use, return supplies to proper locations
Avoid wasting supplies
Leave your area better than you found it 

21. Respect Our School Respect classroom property
Treat items like you would the most valuable item in your room

22. Routines & Procedures Entering the Classroom
Find seat as soon as enter
Immediately being warm-up (bellwork)
Avoid getting out of seat to roam room
Avoid talking loudly to classmates

23. Routines & Procedures 2. Getting the teacher’s attention
If you need to ask a question, want to answer a question, or need assistance RAISE YOUR HAND!

24. Routines & Procedures Turning in assignments
Students will be directed by the teacher to get their assignment out and place it on their desk.
The teacher will collect the assignment by walking up each row and collecting it while students complete their Bellwork.

25. Routines & Procedures Sharpening pencils Sharpen before bell rings
Once bell rings limited time to do so
Ask permission to leave seat

26. Routines & Procedures
Late homework assignments, class work, or projects
Previously discussed

27. Routines & Procedures 6. Make up work after an absence
Previously discussed

28. Routines & Procedures Bathroom/Drinks/Locker
Class time is short so use bathroom, get a drink, go to locker before class
Limited opportunities will be available to do these things during class

29. Ms. Hawks’ Safety Contract

30. Lab safety is always a priority.
Students will not be permitted to perform science activities unless this contract is signed by both the student and parent/guardian, and is on file with the teacher.
This contract is important to provide a safe learning environment for everyone.

31. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times.
Avoid horseplay, running, and inappropriate behavior. These behaviors can lead to dismissal from the lab and classroom. Stay on task and work in your assigned group.

32. For your own personal safety, avoid eating, drinking, chewing gum and tasting anything in the science classroom.
Avoid smelling things by putting your nose close to the container.

33. Any accident (spill, breakage, injury, cut or burn) or hazardous condition (broken equipment, etc.) should be reported to the teacher immediately regardless of how minor.

34. Various labs have different safety requirements.
Wear the required safety goggles/lab aprons/ gloves deemed appropriate for labs.
Various labs have different safety requirements.
For example, you need to wear safety gear when you are working with chemicals, heat, glass, or any substance that might get into your eyes or onto your clothing.
Safety goggles need to cover your eyes during the entire lab activity (no exceptions).

35. Perform activities using approved materials and equipment that are authorized by your teacher.

36. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully.
Ask your teacher about anything you don’t understand.

37. Avoid touching lab equipment, lab supplies/materials, plants/animals in the room unless instructed to do so.

38. Avoid entering storage cabinets, prep/storage rooms without permission from the teacher.
Keep all lab materials, equipment, and supplies in the science room.

39.  After the experiment has been completed, clean up your work area and return all equipment to its proper place.
When appropriate, wash your hands after working in the lab.

40. It is due by THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2014
Agreement Form
Expectations, Routines & Procedures, Safety Contract Agreement Form MUST be signed by you and a parent or guardian.
It is due by THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2014