Classroom Expectations

Entering the Room—enter respectfully, quietly, get a book and stand, proceed to your seat, start up your computer and get to work on the assignment on the board.

Work Time—Work time from the first bell until teacher says to stop.

Talking--You may talk in a low volume only to the people on each side of you during work time if it is class related.

Moving about the room--No movement around the room except by permission from the teacher with the exception of getting printed materials or unless otherwise directed during an activity.

Late work/absent work—hand it in as soon as possible.

Keeping your class folder—you are required to keep a folder of all the class handouts and notes.

Participating in class discussions—students are encouraged to participate in discussion. During most discussions you do not need to raise your hand. You have to wait for the other person to stop talking.

Answering questions—students should raise your hand and you will directed to answer the questions.

Working on Group/Individual Activities—students should work cooperatively with individuals. Group work should be fairly quiet.

If you are suddenly ill—leave and don’t worry about asking--I will send someone with you and get you help if needed.

If the teacher is out of the room—start the assignment or finish yesterday’s assignment. Always remember to be quiet and act responsibly.

Computers—should be closed when classroom discussion, activities and lectures are taking place OR when the teacher says so.