1. Classroom Procedures 2015-2016
Mr. O’Neal
Computer Lab 219
Westridge Middle School

2. Entering the Classroom
Wait in the hall, lined up, single file and SILENT beside my classroom, until I dismiss the other class and invite you into the room.
(note: this is a good time to get your planner and pen or pencil out of your backpack)
Greet the teacher and enter the class
Sit quietly and begin working Bell work/Daily Starter

3. Coming late to class Knock on the door
Wait to be let into the classroom
Enter quietly
If you have a pass, show it to me
Get to work immediately

4. Leaving the Classroom
When there is five minutes remaining in class, we will inspect each row to make sure all areas are cleaned up and orderly.
The teacher will then dismiss you to your next class.
Push in chairs and take any trash on the floor or near your computer and place it in the trash can or recycling bin.

5. COMPUTER LOGINS User name: student ID Password: birthday
If your login does not work, erase, try-again, still not working? Raise hand and wait for Mr. O’Neal to help you – DO NOT LEAVE YOUR SEAT

6. DAILY STARTERS & AGENDA
Everyday you come to class you will have a Writing Integration/Bellwork.
After finishing your Daily Starter, copy the agenda into your planner each day. This and your Daily Starter will be checked for completion on Fridays.

7. Returning after an absence
For web-based assignments check the class website for directions and examples on completing the work
Ask questions about the work after class
Turn work into the Teacher or Edmodo

8. Submitting Assignments
3 ways to turn in your work
If it’s a document - I will ask you to leave the document open on your desktop and come around and grade it
If it’s a project - I will ask you to submit it electronically (Edmodo.com)
If it’s a handout – I will collect it

9. HANDING OUT PAPERS
Papers will be handed to students at the end of the row
Take one and pass it down
Please do not throw papers at another student, if you cannot reach them get up and walk the papers to them

10. COLLECTING PAPERS Pass your papers to the left
Students at the end of each row will be responsible for stacking them neatly and checking for names and headings on each paper
Someone will come by and collect all stacks.

11. Paper Headings
When turning papers in (both paper and digital) use the following heading in the upper right hand corner
FIRST and LAST name
Class Period
Date
Seat Number

12. If you finish early I must check your work for completion and quality
Finish any missing assignments
Typing Drills
You must work from bell to bell
NOTE: no online games (arcade or educational) allowed – NO EXCEPTIONS

13. Moving Around the Room
Stay in your seat at all times unless you have been given permission to do otherwise
Students that wonder around the classroom are not doing their work and create a big distraction for other students that are on task

14. Appropriate time to sharpen pencils and get materials
Before class begins
During transitions (between assignments)

15. When given permission to do so:
Getting materials without disturbing others if I’m late or the class is doing a quiet activity (testing)
When given permission to do so:
Quietly walk directly to where the materials are located
Get your materials
Return directly to your seat
Continue work

16. When you need a pencil or paper
Ask at the beginning of the class
Bring collateral to exchange for your supplies

17. Talking
During class discussion, Bell work/Daily Starter tutorial – no talking unless called upon
During class activity – use quiet voices only and talk only to neighbors

18. Listening to/responding to questions
Raise your hand
wait to be called on
Do not shout out your answers

19. Class Discussions… PLEASE participate!!!
I want to hear what you have to say.
Make all questions and comments related to the current discussion
If your question is off the topic, write it down and ask later.

20. Getting your attention
Lights will flash on
Stop talking
Look at the teacher
Raise hand
Listen for instructions
Continue working when instructed

21. Indicating whether you understand…
4 - I can teach it
3 – I got it
2 – I ‘m almost there, but…
1 – What? I need help!

22. Requesting Help or Information
Re-read the directions – often times your answer is right in front of you
Ask neighbors to the left and right (Ask two before me)
If you are still unclear, raise your hand

23. Checking Progressbook
It is your responsibility to check your grades on a weekly basis
Have your Progressbook login information handy

24. When a school-wide announcement is made over the PA System
Stop talking
Listen to the announcement
Then continue working quietly

25. When visitors are in the classroom
Continue with your work
Be polite to the guest, answer questions if asked
Maintain work if the teacher is called away
If appropriate, engage in conversation with the visitor

26. If the teacher is out of the classroom or absent
Continue with your work
Maintain the classroom guideline and procedures

27. If you are suddenly ill
If time, ask the teacher for a pass to the nurse
If no time, go directly to the restroom
If you cannot make it to the restroom, please grab the waste basket on your way outside
Report back when you are done to get a pass to the nurse’s office

28. Bathroom Breaks / Water Fountain
Bathrooms and water are located within the building
You must ask permission to use the bathroom and water fountain
Not allowed during the first and last 10 min of class time
Water is not accessible all the time so get drinks of water before you get to class

29. Responding to a fire drill
Line-up at the door
Listen for the teacher’s instructions
Exit the room
Go down the hallway, past the 8th grade reading classes, proceed down the stairs by the gym
Line up by the gym
Wait quietly in a single-file line while teacher takes roll

30. Responding to a severe weather drill
Listen for the teacher’s instructions
Move towards the front of the room by the interior wall
Sit where instructed
Be quiet and aware for instructions

31. LOCK OUT / TARDY SWEEP
If you hear the announcement for a lock out and you are not inside and seated when the bell rings report to your grade level administrator

32. Using passes during class time
This is a hands-on computer lab
All assignments will be completed during class time and everything has a due date
If you are out of class you are not working on the assignments
No passes will be issued to “run errands” unless it is an emergency and you have completed all your work (your definition of an emergency may be different than mine)
Take care of business before or after school or in between classes

33. Cell Phones and Electronic devices
Keep them turned off and put away unless we are using them for a specific assignment
If I see them I will take them
Confiscated equipment will be returned to you at the end of the day
Repeat offenders will have to get their equipment back from the grade level administrator

34. Successful Sayings
Thank You
Excuse Me
Please
You’re Welcome
I’m Sorry