The expectations, rules, procedures and consequences of my classroom are intended to keep the classroom environment safe, orderly, and productive.  Please respect the rules so that we can maximize learning time together.  The rules are not hard to follow, nor are any of them “out of the   ordinary.”  They are simply expected behaviors for high school students in this classroom.  If you have any questions about any of these rules, or why they are in place, you have the right to find out – please ask me as soon as possible.  There should never be a rule that does not have a purpose! 

Thank you for your cooperation! 

CLASS EXPECTATIONS

1.      Respect yourself, the teacher & others

2.      Put forth your best effort at all times

·         Always do your own best work.

·         Put learning ahead of getting good grades. 

·         Put quality ahead of just getting it done.

3.      Be prepared for class each day

4.      Follow directions when given, use time provided in class.  Studio time (in class) is provided to complete each assignment.   There is no make-up work,  or extra credit, or alternative assignments provided.  All course content can be found on the websites.

5.      Pay attention, participate and ask questions

 Be proactive about your learning and don’t be afraid to ask for help.  If you feel most comfortable waiting until after class,   that is okay, too, but do keep communication open between us.

6.      Preserve a positive learning environment

·         Student actions that interfere with teaching or learning in the classroom will NOT be tolerated. 

·         Minimize classroom interruptions by arriving to class on time and not leaving the classroom until the class has ended.

7.      Take responsibility for your actions

 CLASS RULES

1.      Turn off cell phones & electronic devices

·         Electronic devices can be used for class purposes.  

If you cannot control yourself in a mature manner using a cell phone and it becomes a hindrance in you completing classwork, you can drop off your phone at the door and I will return at the end of class.

2.      No food or drink, except water

·         You may drink bottled of water in the classroom. If a spill occurs, please clean it up immediately and inform the teacher.

3.      Arrive to class on time & ready to learn

·         When the bell rings, you need to be sitting in your assigned seat.  If you are late bring a pass from your previous class.

·         You should immediately begin on the warm up activity or journal entry.

·         Be “physically” and “mentally” present in the classroom

4.      Never line up at the door before dismissal

·         Please remain in your seat until I have dismissed you.  Never line up at the door before dismissal. 

5.      Do not cheat, plagiarize, or copy work

·         Cheating is completely unacceptable.  If I see you cheating on any assignment… even for another class… I will give you a zero and report the incident to the other teacher as well as your assistant principal and parents. 

·         Plagiarism (copying work from another source without giving proper credit) is completely unacceptable.  If you plagiarize on any assignment you will earn a “0” on that assignment with no opportunity to re-do the work for credit. 

7.      Do your best work & turn it in on time

·         Remember that the work that you turn-in is a reflection of your effort on the assignment.  Think about the following expectations when you are preparing an assignment that I will review:

 CLASS CONSEQUENCES

1.      Verbal warning

2.      Call home, 3.      Detention, Referral to assistant principal

* Serious offenses can, at the teacher’s discretion, result in more severe consequences regardless of previous steps taken.  Any infraction of the rules may affect your learning readiness grade.  It can also be cause for further action at the teacher’s discretion.