1. + Ms. Cone’s Classroom Rules “The code is more what you'd call ‘guidelines’ than actual rules. “- Captain Jack Sparrow

2. + The 5 P’s Be PROMPT You should always be on time to class Be PREPARED You should have the materials necessary for the day: pencil, paper, calculator, etc. Be POLITE Be kind and respectful to your classmates and to your teachers Be PRODUCTIVE Class time is work time Be PATIENT Wait your turn; not everything happens on your schedule

3. + The Honor Code Because I want to do my best, I will be: Be honest! Be positive! And show respect for Staff Property And other classmates

4. + Your Actions, Your Consequences Blame is not to be placed on others You are responsible for your choices Consequences that go with those choices are on you

5. + Give me a high five! When in doubt, ask yourself these questions: Is it positive? Am I engaged? Is it respectful? Am I participating? Do I want the consequences for this?

6. + What if I don’t know? The Golden Rule applies in my classroom: would you want someone to do that to you? If the answer is no, choose a different course of action. Be mindful of others.

7. + But I’m just a kid… Mutual Respect You give me respect I give you respect Who do you want to be? Mature Respectful Intelligent

8. + Let’s Recap When we come to Ms. Cone’s class we are to be which of the following? Respectful Prepared Engaged All of the above What is not acceptable behavior for Ms. Cone’s class? Listening Bullying Taking notes When in doubt, what should you do?

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