1. Welcome to English Class! By: Ms. Laipple

2. Contact Info The best and quickest way to contact me is via email- alaipple@sd206.orgalaipple@sd206.org I also have a voicemail box- 708-755- 1122 ext. 2227 I am here everyday at 7 AM Normally, I do not stay after but I can if necessary. Remember if you are staying after with me or coming in early TELL ME! I may have a meeting!!

3. Teacher Creed As your teacher, I will not tolerate any student in this classroom stopping me from teaching for any reason whatsoever. As your teacher, I will not tolerate any student in this classroom stopping another student from learning for any reason whatsoever. As your teacher, I will not tolerate any student in this classroom doing anything that is not in your best interest or the best interest of the class.

4. Teacher Creed As your teacher, I am a member of this classroom; there are two things you never do with me: 1. No Manipulations 2. Never question my management system while I am teaching.

5. About Me…Your Teacher I attended Prairie State College and Governors State University. I am currently taking classes at Olivet Nazarene University. I have lived in Crete, Steger, and Monee. I have a twin sister Jennifer and an older sister, Stephanie. I have a dog named Rover. My favorite color is pink.

6. More about me! I have two dogs- Rover and Zoey. I enjoy watching movies, reading, sleeping, hanging out with my sisters, planning parties and shopping.

7. How the classroom works Clear Desk Eyes on Me No Talking Questions After Explanation

8. Classroom Discipline RulesConsequences (Steps) 1Follow Directions.Verbal Warning, name in log, student signs log, PAC 2Be seated BEFORE the bell rings.Above, seat change or last one out (my choice), PAC 3Come to class prepared.Above, parent involvement, PAC 4CONTROL YOURSELF: Inside voices, keep hands and feet to yourself, no swearing, name calling, harassing, or bullying. Above, held for one minute after class, PAC 5OUTLAWED ITEMS: Keep cell phones off, hats, coats, jackets, food, drinks, electronics, hoodies, backpacks, hair products, etc- OUT OF SIGHT. Above, referral, PAC (PAC= Parent, Administrator, Counselor)

9. Positives Verbal Notes Calls Home Candy Movies Games Open Book Test Test Buddy Mystery Motivator

10. Severe Clause Fighting-Willful Intent to Inflict Pain Vandalism-Destroying Property Possession of Weapon or Drugs Gang Activity Overt Defiance-Extreme Stopping Class From Functioning Referred Directly to Administration for Severe Consequences

11. Classroom Procedures Please look at the signs posted around the room. These are my classroom procedures. procedures

12. Assigned Seating Tomorrow you will have assigned seats. Please note number four of my pet peeves.

13. Leaving Class Come Prepared to Stay Positive Points Behavior Log

14. Late Work I DO NOT ACCEPT LATE WORK If you have been absent due to illness or suspension it is your responsibility to make up your work in a timely manner.

15. Absent Work You have the amount of days your are absent plus one to make up your work. ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE POSTED ONLINE AND IN THE FOLDERS ON THE BULLITAIN BOARD and it is YOUR responsibility to get get your absent work.

16. Homework Online To view our class assignments or get your absent work simply go to our class website: –Go to www.bloomhs.orgwww.bloomhs.org –Click on Classes/Homework (Bottom right) –Click on Communications –Find your class

17. Materials needed Folder Spiral Notebook Pencil Pen Index Cards

18. Expectations I except you to be in class everyday I expect you to come prepared and try your best I expect you to treat everyone with respect

19. Grading Scale 90-100A 80-90B 70-80C 60-70D 0-50E

20. For Your Safety… Fire Drill Tornado Drill

21. Any Questions?