Rules
Where will Mr. Strain be at the start of class, and what will he be doing?
The door greeting/giving fist bumps.
How will I get your attention?
Clapping
Should you bring your chromebooks to class with you everyday?
YES!
How many years has Mr. Strain been teaching at Springs?
This is is first year!!
What happens when a class fills up their "marble" jar?
Movie Day/party
After you enter my classroom what should you do?
Start your doNow
Are there assigned seats in my class?
Yes
Ideally, how long will I talk during my mini-lesson?
15min
What is Mr. Strain's favorite color?
Purple
How many pets do I have?
6
What will I call out when class is over and we need to get ready to head to your next class?
Stack em!
When are you allowed to touch the things on or in my desk?
NEVER! ...or only after you ask for permission.
Will I ask you take notes in my class?
No
What is the "strangest" pet Mr. Strain has?
Chickens!
3
If you want to speak during my mini lesson (comment, ask questions etc.) what will you do?
Raise your hand
What percentage of your grade is based on Tests and Quizzes?
60
When will I assign homework?
Studying before a quiz or test. Or if you don't finish your work in class.
5
What sort of things will help you get the final 2 participation points?
Raising your hand to ask and answer questions
participating during classwork
staying on task
If you break my rules often enough what will happen?
Practice during recess
How many points does everyone start with from the class participation portion of their grade?
8
Before a test, where can you find my slides and other study materials
Google Classroom
How long has Mr. Strain been teaching?
5 years
How will you lose participation points?
Not following directions
Distracting your classmates.