Classroom Classroom Procedures Procedures
Jan 13, 2016
Classroom Classroom ProceduresProcedures
Entering the classroom• Enter quietly• Walk to your assigned seat• Take a seat• Take out your supplies• Place your backpack on the floor next
to your seat• Begin the warm-up
Warm-Up Criteria • Each warm-up is worth 5 points.• In order to receive full points, you must copy
the question and answer choices; and show ALL your work.
• The warm-up is an independent activity, so NO TALKING during the warm-up.
• Always TRY your best on the warm-up problems.
Tardy Procedures• I expect you to be in your seat and
working on your warm-up before the tardy bell rings.
Three (3) tardies = automatic “U” in work-habits
Dismissal• The teacher dismisses the class, not the
bell.• Teacher will dismiss the class by rows,
checking for clean desks and floor area.• Everyone in the row must be ready in
order for the row to be dismissed.• Use the EXIT door when dismissed.
Passes• Passes will not be given during class.
• Take care of business during the five minute passing time or during lunch.
• Each student will receive ONE BATHROOM PASS per semester. If you choose not to use the pass, it can be redeemed for 10 extra points at the end of the semester.
Sharpening• Sharpen pencils before class only.• No pencil sharpener is available during
class time.• Bring your own covered sharpener.• Sharpen pencils at your desk and not
on the floor.
Absent Procedures• When absent, it is YOUR responsibility to
check with a classmate or with Ms. Cruz for assignments that you need to make-up.
• Always check the side board for activity sheets that must be glued into your notebook.
• Have an in class math buddy that you can contact regarding assignments when you are absent.
• Always check the JB website for announcements.
www.burroughsms.org
Homework• Homework will be completed in your Interactive
Notebook. • All homework assignments must have a TITLE and a
DATE.• Homework will be checked everyday using the
Homework Log for completion.• Homework Points:
– 10 Completed all problems in the assignment.– 05 Completed half of the assignment.– 0 Did not complete the assignment.
• Homework will be corrected in class using RED INK only.
• Use corrected homework to study for quizzes, tests, and assessments.
Cornell Notes• All information given to you goes on the right
side.
• Questions go on the left side. Work on making/creating higher level thinking questions.
• Summary must be 2-3 sentences.
• In order to receive full credit for Cornell Notes, the questions and summary sections must be complete.
Classwork
• All classwork will be completed in your Interactive Notebook.
• All assignments must have a TITLE, a DATE, and be corrected in RED INK.
• All classwork must be corrected by a CLASSMATE and a score must be visible.
• Use corrected classwork to study for quizzes, tests, and assessments.
Talking• Use indoor voices in the classroom.
• Remain silent while working independently.
• Only get out of your seat with permission.
• Students must always raise their hand, and wait quietly for Ms. Cruz to call on them before speaking out or leaving their seat.
Be Respectful!
• Stop whatever you are doing when you hear the PA system. No talking during announcements.
• Do not talk to visitors unless they are here to see you.
• Continue working quietly when Ms. Cruz is talking to a guest.
Inappropriate Behavior• Coming in the classroom too loud
Consequence• Go out and re-enter the room
Inappropriate Behavior• Trash on the floor
Consequence
• Pick up all trash
Inappropriate Behavior• Gum chewing • Food in the classroom• Beverages
ConsequencesImmediately throw gum, food, or drink away.
Inappropriate Behavior• No supplies
Consequence
Parent note home or phone call home.
Inappropriate Behavior• Play – fighting • Talkative• Disruptive
ConsequencePhone call home, Lunch detention or Parent
conference
Inappropriate Behavior
• Electronic devices (cell phones, ipods, mp3 players, etc.)
Consequence• WARNING• DEVICE CONFISCATED, RETURNED AT THE END OF
SCHOOL DAY• GIVEN TO AN ADMINISTRATOR
I’m done, Now what?• If you finish your work early or you have
some “down" time, you are to update your table of contents or review your notes by adding color, highlighting, underlining, or boxing the important things. Always make sure you are ready for the next NOTEBOOK CHECK!
ALL classwork, homework, Cornell Notes, and warm-ups must be
completed in PENCIL.
ALL Problems of the Month must be typed.