1. Classroom Constitution
Mr. Butler’s 8th Grade
Social Studies

2. Classroom Constitution Preamble
We the students of Mr. Butler’s class, in order to learn in a productive environment, do hereby ordain and establish this constitution

3. Classroom Constitution Amendment I
Student Rights
Each student has the right to be safe, to learn, to be respected, to hear and be heard, and to be treated fairly

4. Classroom Bill of Rights Amendment II
Student Responsibility
Each student is responsible for ensuring classroom is safe, for participating in all class activities, for learning all material taught, for respecting other students, and for working up to his/her potential

5. Classroom Constitution Amendment III
Teacher Responsibility
The teacher will be responsible for creating an environment that allows each student to learn and feel safe. Furthermore, teacher is responsible for encouraging all students to work up to his/her potential.

6. Classroom Constitution Amendment IV
R&R Not Covered In Constitution
For elements not outlined in the Constitution, the teacher/student will use discretion to determine if actions interfere with the learning and well being of other students
(In other words, do not put yourself in a position that might result in behavioral and/or academic ineligibility)

7. Classroom Constitution Amendment V
Violation of These Rights
If any student violates any portion of the constitution, he/she may be subject to the consequences outlined in school wide discipline policy, subject to teacher’s discretion

8. THINK “SMART” 1. Smart Students use learning strategies
Opportunities to utilize strategies will be provided
2. Materials are ready for class
I am not the school store
3. Assignment Notebook is available for use
SS Notebook (notes) is brought to class each day
4. Remember to ask questions when you don’t understand
Be actively engaged in the lesson
5. Think Positively
“I can do it”

9. Classwork, Homework & Projects
Classwork Policy Link
Homework Policy Link
Project Policy Link

10. Rituals, Routines, Procedures
Entering Classroom
Orderly and Begin Warm-up Activity
During Class
Remain in seats and raise hand
Exiting Class
Orderly and only when dismissed
Transition to/from class
Quietly and Orderly