2. WELCOME! Mrs. Stambaugh’s Slideshow of Survival

3. MRS. STAMBAUGH Name: Heather Stambaugh Date of Birth: September 3 Married to Mr. Stambaugh who happens to be a dastardly villain! No children My favorite things: pink, books, paper, Sharpies, fancy pens, pink, movies, brownies and candy Least favorite things: excuses, cake, whining, and people who don’t try

4. SURVIVAL 101 Seventh Grade English Language Arts

5. ENTERING THE CLASSROOM  In order to enter the classroom I expect that you will lineup along the wall outside my door and wait to be invited in.  The line should be single or double file (determined by class size), and quiet (whispering is permitted).  Upon entering you should quickly and quietly find your seat and sit down.

6. ALWAYS COME PREPARED  Bring your: Text book Notebook Pens/pencils Paper Workbook Positive attitude Homework Silent reading book

7. SUPER STARTER  Your Super Starter will be posted on a star and in the center of the board at the beginning of each class.  Each class will have a starter and it will be found on the color coordinated star. Please complete the starter for this class only, even if you can see the other starter.

8. SUPPLIES  Pencils/pens  One inch, three ring binder  Dividers  Filler paper We will be putting binders together on Monday, August 27, 2012 you must have all of these materials by that date!

9. BINDER/NOTEBOOKS  In order to keep your binder neat and functional you are expected to use dividers to sort your work and handouts Openers Notes Handouts/homework Tests/quizzes/projects Grade sheets/data

10. RESTROOM REQUESTS  During class please cross your middle finger over your index finger and raise it in the air  I will respond with a nod (yes) or a head shake (no)  A no could be because our discussion is key to understanding, you may try again later

11. HEADING PAPERS

12. WHEN YOU FINISH EARLY  You should ALWAYS, ALWAYS, ALWAYS have a silent reading book with you in this room. READ IT

13. ANNOUNCEMENTS  When the intercom in our room is activated for any reason you are to immediately be quiet and listen.

14. POLITENESS  Is an expectation not a choice in this classroom. Always use appropriate responses like PLEASE and THANK YOU!  The following slide is about banned words. I do not wish to have these terms used in my classroom. I find them highly offensive and improper in the classroom setting. You will be given one warning and then a demerit. We need to be tolerant of others.

15. BANNED WORDS  There are four words that are banned from this room. They do not belong as adjectives (words that describe nouns) in a negative way. Do your best to watch your mouth. Jewish (or any variation): the use is offensive to people who worship in the Jewish faith and it is unnecessary in this classroom setting to describe something as “Jewish” Gay: this is offensive to people who are gay. In this classroom if you don’t have something nice to say don’t say it at all. Stupid: please do not over use the term and do not direct it at your fellow classmates, the teacher, or assignments Retarded: you should never use this word to describe another person, place, thing or idea. Lots of people suffer from mental handicaps and you are being rude and degrading when you use this to describe something frivolous

16. DISMISSAL  The bell does not dismiss you, that is my job. Sit quietly with your materials gathered and you will be dismissed when I feel you are ready.

17. SAFETY DRILLS Procedures for drills and emergencies

18.  Primary Safety Route Exit the classroom in a single file, straight and quiet line Turn right and exit the big double doors Walk out into the field the last students should be past the two pine trees Turn and face the building, remain silent and respond to roll-call FIRE DRILLS  Secondary Safety Route Exit the classroom in a single file, straight and quiet line Turn LEFT and proceed to the door across from the art room Walk out a safe distance from the building Turn and face the building, remain silent and respond to roll-call

19. SEVERE WEATHER  Take a sturdy book from your materials or the room.  In a single file, straight and quiet line we will walk down the hall towards the main office and sit facing the wall to Ms. North and Mrs. Turner’s rooms.  Sit with your legs crossed or on your knees facing the wall and cover your head and neck with the book.  Remain quiet at all times.

20. LOCKDOWN  During lockdown the windows, blinds, and door must be closed.  You should sit quietly in the back corner of the classroom and remain silent and as hidden as possible.  Follow all directions given to you by building personnel or law enforcement.

21. SUDDEN ILLNESS  Do not waste time asking! If you are going to be sick get to the nearest trash can or restroom as quickly as possible.  I will send someone to check on you and walk you to the nurse/office.

22. BASIC INSTANCES Things that happen and you should already know this

23. WALKING IN THE HALL  During class: single file, straight and quiet line!  Alone: fill out your agenda, get it signed, go to your destination, conduct your business and return immediately.  Leaving the room is a privilege not a guarantee.

24. THE LIBRARY  When we arrive, by way of a ________ _______, ___________ and ___________ line you are to immediately be seated at the tables.  Do not run towards the chairs/couches, sit at the tables only. Once we have discussed our business in the library I will dismiss you to use the library appropriately.

25. TECH LAB  Seats will be assigned.  Don’t complain just do your work

26. CLASSROOM RULES  No one has the right to interfere with the learning, safety, or well being of others.  Be respectful to everyone in the room at all times.  This classroom has a ZERO tolerance policy for horseplay, bullying, and rudeness.  Do not sit on the desktops.