These rules have been developed based on Gospel teachings and aim to provide a positive learning atmosphere. Each student will be held accountable to them during every class.
1) Arrive to class on time.
Class begins promptly at 6:00 PM. Tardiness harms the learning process for the rest of the class. In addition, tardiness prevents the student from receiving the fullness of the lesson being taught.
2) Treat everyone with courtesy and respect.
All students, teachers, parents, parish staff, and volunteers are asked to be courteous and respectful at all times. When Mr. Z is addressing the class, there will be NO side conversations with other students, and students must display a respectful demeanor at all times through words and actions.
THERE WILL BE NO CELL PHONE USE DURING CLASS TIME UNLESS DIRECTED BY MR. Z FOR AN IN-CLASS ACTIVITY!!! This also means no cell phone use before and during Children's Masses.
3) Come to class prepared and willing to participate in class activities.
Willingness to participate is critical in my classroom. God has given us free will to choose; however, when we make a conscious effort to participate and say "Yes" to God's invitation to draw us closer to learning more about Him and the Church, it allows Him to shower us with His graces and make us strong in the Catholic faith.
4) Do not interfere with the learning and participation of other students.
Every student has a right to learn and participate in class that should not be taken away due to the inappropriate behavior of another student.
5) Do not bully or intimidate other students, through words or actions.
Bullying and intimidation are very wrong and a grave violation of how God wants us to live as Catholic Christians. This type of conduct will be dealt with swiftly and quickly and will not be tolerated in my classroom.
6) Respect the classroom materials and belongings of others.
All materials used in the classroom are to be put back neatly before the students leave. All personal property of students is to be treated with respect at all times.