RULES+AND+PROCEDURES


 * // RULES AND PROCEDURES //**
 * // EARTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CLASS //**

Below are "norms" that will be recited at the beginning of each class

NORMS: Enter class on time and quietly, get to your seat and begin the warm-up. Do not talk during lecture, instructions nor when a student who has been recognized is speaking. Do not disrupt class in any way. Put 100% into the work that is assigned

__ REFLECTION FORM __ : If this is given to you as a consequence, you must report to the reflection room in the cafeteria on the day of the infraction. I will add your name to the online form and you will be expected to be there. If you do not show up, a disciplinary referral form will be used and a call will be made home. You should make the effort to reflect, taking into account the Habits of Mind, when doing this form. If I feel you wrote to little or demonstrated little or no reflection, you will have to do it again. If reflection forms do not seem to change your behavior, the next steps will be taken – call to parent and disciplinary referral.

__ DESKS AND ASSIGNED SEATS __ :

The set-up is displayed on the front board. This is how the room will be arranged until another configuration is used. Please do not move the tables from their spots unless instructed to do so. Sit where you are assigned – nowhere else unless instructed to do so. Be in your assigned sit, quiet and ready for class by the time class officially starts.

TIMES THAT EACH CLASS OFFICIALLY STARTS: 4th period – 11:40 AM 5th period – 1:15 PM  6th period – 2:08 PM  7th period – 3:02 PM

__ DISRUPTION OF CLASS __ : Any student behavior or action that affects the learning environment of the classroom is considered disruption. I will always give a reminder or warning first. After that, you will be asked to go outside the classroom and wait until I speak with you. If disruptive behavior continues, you will be referred to Mr. Dixon. Disciplinary referral and call to parent will follow. If you are asked to leave the room and you do not, a call to the office will be made immediately.

If you are in a different class and come to my door to ask me something, please be mindful of not disrupting if I am teaching. If students are doing seat work and I am available, I will speak with you in the hallway.

__ BEING ON-TASK __ Each day there will be instructions for class, from actively listening to a lecture and asking questions, reading from the online textbook and answering questions on a Google document or a hands-on activity. If you are doing anything else other than what is on the agenda for class that day, you are not on-task. You must take responsibility for your own learning and your grade in class by demonstrating self-control. Please let me know at the beginning of class if you are having a difficult day.

__ APPROPRIATE USE OF LAPTOPS: __ PLEASE NOTE: You cannot delete your history on your laptop. If you are not caught, but expected of watching music videos or playing games, you will be sent immediately to the Cybrary for Ms. Street to check. If she confirms that you were using your laptop to play games or watch music videos during that class period, your Internet privileges will be removed for the rest of the day. Chronic violations will increase the time of lost Internet privilege.

- Please refer to the signs in the front of the room regarding whether or not you will need your laptop at the beginning of class. If the sign is RED, it needs to be in your backpack. I will always give one warning. After that, if your laptop is not put away quickly, you will be assigned a lunch learning reflection. - During many online assignments, you will be required to view a video. I recommend keeping headphones handy. It is best to keep your own and do not lend them out. You will not be allowed to leave class to retrieve headphones during class. Plan ahead and have them with you. - Listening to music is fine if it helps you concentrate. Keep a playlist for listening. You cannot watch music videos. If you are caught (or expected of and confirmed) watching music videos, you will be assigned a reflection form. Call to parent and disciplinary referral will follow after the first offense. - Playing games on your computer is __not allowed under any circumstances__ in this class. If you are caught or expected, you will be assigned a reflection form. Call to parent and disciplinary referral will follow after the first offense. - Listen to your music at a volume such that no one else can hear it.

__ DEADLINES OR DUE DATES __ If an assignment is submitted late, points will be deducted. Please let me know before the due date if you need extra time. I will gladly work out a new due date with you if you have a valid reason for needing extra time.

__ RETAKING A QUIZ – OR TAKING A QUIZ YOU MISSED __ If you earned a low grade, you may retake a quiz. This can only happen during homeroom (if you arrive early) or after school. If you plan on doing it during homeroom, you must be able to get to school on or close to 8:30 AM. I cannot allow a retake more than a week after I’ve posted the grades. Please plan accordingly.

__ THE AGENDA FOR THE WEEK __ On Monday, you will receive a hard copy of the week’s agenda. This will also be in the class calendar on the web site. After printing out and copying the agenda, if any changes are made, they will be reflected in the class calendar. Each agenda will begin with the overarching or “seed” question followed by what you should be able to do after the lessons and activities. A link to Quizlet vocabulary will be listed here, as well. You will have a quiz every other Friday.

__ THE TEACHER DID NOT GIVE YOU YOUR GRADE – YOU EARNED IT __ A low grade should be a wake-up call and an invaluable lesson to you. Think of it as a turning point for making better choices. __ MAKING PHONE CALLS __

As cell phones are forbidden, please use the phone in the small office in our hallway. Do not go to the main office to make a call.

__ REST ROOM PROCEDURES AND EXPECTATIONS __

Always ask permission to use rest room. Sign your name and write the class period and time on the clipboard sheet. Do not linger in the hallway nor disrupt learning in other classrooms. If it comes back to me that you are disrupting other classes, you will be assigned a reflection form. Disciplinary referral and call to parents will follow.

__ LEAVING CLASS FOR OTHER REASONS __

You cannot leave class to speak with another teacher or go to guidance, or the main office, unless you have a note. If you are not feeling well, I will allow you to sit outside the classroom. Call a parent if needed. Use the phone in the office on our hallway.

FRIENDLY ADVICE - Enter the room on time and calmly. - Leave drama behind and be prepared to learn and participate. - Stay in your assigned seat - You may get up to sharpen your pencil, get supplies or plug in your laptop. Do not cause any disruption when you do any of these things. - Follow the instructions for rest room procedures and expectations - Have laptop out only when the green sign is displayed. - Do not watch music videos, nor play games on your laptop. - When listening to music or assigned online video, headphones should be used and no one should be able to hear what you are listening to. - Be mindful that you and your classmates are here to learn and participate. Please make wise choices regarding your behavior. - During instructions or lecture, actively listen and ask questions for clarification. If something is not understood, please ask in class, during homeroom, during lunch or during after school tutoring. - Work on the assigned task. If you are finished, see what else you need to complete. - Regularly check your grades in Power School. If there is a zero, or if you received points lower than the total possible points, look into it. - Always name your assignments exactly according to the instructions given. Once your science folder has been shared, I can see your assignment. Please add the word “completed” or “done” after the name of the assignment so I know to grade it. I will not grade it until I see one of these words. - Be aware of the rules for retaking and making up quizzes. - Please read and keep each week’s agenda as it was copied for you. Know that it is also available on the class calendar. - Know that I am here to help you become successful and will do my part to make that happen. Although you are in charge of your choices and actions, know that the school is filled with people who care about students – their well-being and success.