1. Please find a seat. Keep in mind this will not be your assigned seat!

2.  Entering the Classroom ◦ Come in quietly ◦ Take out homework, pencils ◦ Do not walk around the room; stay seated

3.  Tardies ◦ You have plenty of time to get to class so you should not be late! ◦ If tardies become an issue you will receive silent lunch  Attendance ◦ Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class ◦ If you are not in your assigned seat you will be marked absent!

4.  Homework ◦ Yes, you will have homework! ◦ I believe in quality of work, not quantity ◦ Homework will be GRADED so do your best!

5.  Late Work ◦ If you do not have your homework on the day it is due an automatic 10 points will be deducted regardless of amount of correct answers. ◦ Homework not turned in within 3 days of the due date will not be accepted.

6.  Absent Students ◦ It is YOUR responsibility to see me about make-up work ◦ You have 3 days to complete the work that you missed  Student Planners ◦ You have them, use them! ◦ If incomplete assignments become an issue I will begin requiring a signature from a parent

7.  Supplies and Materials ◦ Have all needed materials EVERY DAY! ◦ This includes:  Pencils/pens  Paper  Textbook  Any assignments that are due  Student Work Station ◦ I have provided SOME materials for you if needed in emergency situations.

8.  Talking ◦ Do not interrupt the teacher or a classmate who is talking ◦ If you have something to contribute to a class discussion or have a question, raise your hand  Respect ◦ Respect your teacher and classmates  Do not talk while others are talking  Use your manners (No Ma’ma, Yes Ma'ma, Please, Thank You, etc.)

9.  Independent Work ◦ This means you and only you complete the assignment ◦ You may ask the teacher only for assistance  Group Work ◦ No more than 3 per group ◦ Noise level must be kept to a minimum ◦ All members must participate

10.  Bathroom ◦ You may use the bathroom without penalty 3 times per 9 weeks ◦ Any time after that will result in silent lunch

11.  Getting Out of Your Seat ◦ You may sharpen your pencil without permission ◦ To throw trash away wait to get up when you leave the room; used tissues are the only exception.

12.  C- come prepared  M- manage your behavior  S- strive for success  See Matrix