Cooperation
Phones should be turned off and placed in appropriate designated location.
What should you bring to class?
Writing utensils, work, water, any needed supplies
When can students get fruit from the office?
During hall passing time. This is not to be done during class time.
When can you call your parents from the office phone?
With staff permission or during passing time
If you turn in work does it guarantee you an A?
No, turning in work does not guarantee a certain grade. The quality of your work indicates your grade.
What is the procedure upon arrival?
Students walk in, wait in line, take out metal items, walk through metal detector WITH backpack and turn phone off and into appropriate location.
Are you allowed to leave the class the first ten minutes of class or the last ten minutes?
No, you cannot leave the class for bathroom or tasks, etc.
When should you be honest/tell the truth?
All the time! It is for everyone's safety. Being honest does not equate to being in trouble, it builds trust.
Between classes (passing time)
If staff are talking (occupied) what is the appropriate way to get their attention?
Say 'excuse me' or wait patiently
During a hold, what is the expectation?
Listen to staff direction and stay in the room. Hall passes cannot be granted due to the safety and security of everyone.
How should you enter the office?
Quietly, wait for Ms. Jess to be available before asking something of her
Yes, it is okay to make mistakes. Be honest and correct behavior/mistake
When is it okay to touch another person?
Never, we need to keep all body parts to ourselves, even if you are 'just playing' this is for the safety of everyone
When is it appropriate to visit other classrooms you are not assigned to during instructional time?
Never, you need to stay in your assigned class. This is not the time to gather work.
Do you get credit for classes you fail (below 60%)?
No, you do not receive credit and will have to repeat class.
When is it appropriate to gather makeup work from teachers?
Before or after school or during the hour you have the teacher.
Can you copy your peers work if you did not complete your own?
No, it is not okay to copy peers work.
If you make a mess, what should you do?
If you make a mess anywhere (classroom) you need to clean it up, even if staff did not see you.
What should you be doing when a teacher is in direct instruction?
Students should be listening and paying attention to instruction and waiting for next steps
If a staff member asks you to do something, how should you respond?
Follow the directive the first time you are asked.
What should you do with your tray at lunch when you are finished eating?
All trash belongs in the trash can, it is not others responsibility to pick up after you
If you ask to go to the bathroom should you make additional stops (office, classrooms, hall)?
No, you need to go to your approved location and not wander. Staff needs to know where you are for safety purposes.
When is the best time to complete classwork?
During the designated class time. If you don't complete work in class you can fall behind.
Is there an appropriate time to use inappropriate language at school?
No, inappropriate language is not acceptable in the academic setting.