Class Rules and Conduct

The “Thurman 13” Our School Rules For Success 

Remember, if you follow these rules, 13 will become your lucky number! 

RELIABILTY: 

Rule #1 - Have Ambition - Never settle for less than your absolute best. Challengers will: • always seek out ways that they can improve. • show pride in their work and their actions. 

Rule #2 - Have Integrity - Always be honest Challengers will: • never steal, cheat, or deceive. • understand that respect is earned when you tell the truth. 

Rule #3 – Be Optimistic – Always be positive Challengers will: • be confident that the future will have a positive outcome • understand that a positive attitude brings success. 

Rule #4 – Citizenship – be an active part of the of the team Challengers will: • understand we are not just a “school” we are a team. • always help those in need. • show support for others; raise people up and not bring them down. 

RESPONSIBILITY: 

Rule #5 – Have Resilience – Never give up Challengers will: • accept when mistakes are made, learn from them, and move on. • recognize when wrong has been done and use it as a life lesson. 

Rule #6 – Have Perseverance – Keep trying even though it may be difficult Challengers will: • turn in ALL assignments on time. • ask for help when needed. 

Rule #7 – Be Disciplined – Be organized and neat. Challengers will: • finish what they start. • fill out their agenda daily. • be prepared for ALL classes. 

Rule #8 – Be Empathetic – “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” Challengers will: • notify an adult if anyone is being mistreated. • show compassion. 

Rule #9 – Have Leadership – Take ownership Challengers will: • make positive choices. • take pride in themselves and their actions. • be leaders not followers. 

RESPECTFUL: 

Rule #10 – Be Conscientious – Think before you act Challengers will: • address adults and peers in a respectful manner. • be aware of their body language. 

Rule #11 – Recognition – Respect others comments, opinions, and ideas Challengers will: • pay attention to the speaker, listen with a purpose, and respond when appropriate. • respect others’ opinions even if they are different from your own. 

Rule #12 – Congeniality – Be courteous to ALL guests on campus Challengers will: • follow ALL classroom rules when a substitute is in the classroom. • be attentive listeners and interact with guests, speakers appropriately. 

Rule #13 – Have Etiquette – Always use good manners Challengers will: • use “Please,” “Thank you,” “May I,” and “You are welcome,” when appropriate. • demonstrate patience. • use Mr., Mrs., or Ms., when addressing any adult.

In addition to The Thurman 13 should we return to Campus....

• Students may not have any food or beverages in class.  Water only.

• Absolutely NO GUM ever.

• No Cell Phones out in class unless otherwise instructed by the teacher.

• Students must come to class prepared with materials needed for the day.

• Students must phrase all criticism in a constructive and positive manner.

• Students will be allowed 3 restroom passes per quarter (unless there is an emergency or documented medical need). Students may obtain additional passes utilizing their R-Bucks.

• Students are encouraged to dress comfortably for movement in order to participate fully in class. 

• Students should refrain from talking and socializing while instruction is being given.

• Theatre is a self motivating class.  Students must make every effort to remain on task.

BEHAVIOR INTERVENTIONS

If students do not adhere to the behavioral expectations and procedures, the following district-wide interventions have been established to provide the student with opportunities to correct their behavior.  Please take the time to look over the District's new discipline policy:

Distance Learning Rules and Regulations: