Ready to Learn
What should you do when the teacher is talking?
Listen and give the teacher your attention.
What does it mean to be respectful?
Treating others, their feelings, and their belongings appropriately.
What should you do if you make a mistake?
Admit it, learn from it, and try again.
What is a respectful way to ask for help?
Say, "Can you please help me?"
You walk into class. What should you do first?
Enter calmly, go to your assigned area, and get ready to learn.
Name one thing you should have ready for class.
Chromebook, pencil, paper, assignment, or other needed materials.
Should you interrupt someone who is speaking?
No.
You are frustrated with an assignment. What can you do?
Ask for help.
What should your voice sound like during independent work?
A quiet/appropriate voice that doesn't disturb others.
A classmate says something you don't like. What is a good response?
Stay calm, use respectful words, or ask the teaher for help.
Why is it important to stay in your assigned area?
It helps everyone stay safe, focused, and ready to learn.
How can you show respect for someone's personal space?
Keep your hands and body to yourself and give them appropriate space.
You finish your work early. What is a good choice?
Check your work, work on an approved activity, or ask what to do next.
What should you do if you don't understand directions?
Ask the teacher to explain or repeat the directions.
You made a choice that broke a classroom rule. What should you do next?
Take responsibility, correct the behavior, and try to make a better choice.
What does "being ready to learn" look like?
Being in the right place, having materials ready, listening, and being prepared to participate.
What should you do if you disagree with someone?
Stay calm and respectfully share your opinion or agree to disagree.
Should you always raise your hand.
Yes.
How can you disagree respectfully?
Use a calm voice, listen to the other person, and say something like, "I see it differently."
The teacher gives a direction you don't like. What is the best way to respond?
Stay calm, follow the direction, and respectfully ask questions if needed.
Why is following directions important?
It keeps us safe, helps us learn, and helps the classroom run smoothly.
How can your actions make others feel safe and comfortable?
Use kind words, respect personal space, keep hands/feet to yourself, and follow classroom rules.
Should you talk when the teacher is talking or another student is talking.
No.
What should you do if you need to tell your teacher that you are upset?
Use a calm voice and tell your teacher how you feel and you can also ask for help if needed.
You see another student breaking a classroom rule and they ask you to join them. What would you do?
Say no, make a good choice, and follow the classroom expectations.