Classroom Expectations
What should you do when the teacher is giving directions?
Stop talking, look at the teacher, and listen.
What does respect look like during class discussions?
Listening while others are talking.
Who is responsible for completing your work?
You
Is it okay to ask questions when you’re confused?
YES!
You finish your work early. What should you do?
Read independently or WIGS.
What should you do before leaving your seat?
Raise your hand or follow the classroom procedure.
If someone makes a mistake, what should you do?
Encourage them and be kind.
What should you do if you make a mistake?
Own it, fix it, and learn from it. "Find the opportunity in every challenge"
What does having a growth mindset mean?
Believing you can improve by practicing and learning.
You accidentally leave trash on the floor after snack. What should you do?
Pick it up and throw it away.
You need a pencil during independent work. What should you do?
Put your dull pencil in the bin the supplies and grab one from the sharp bin.
Someone accidentally bumps into you in line. What’s the best response?
Stay calm and assume it was an accident.
You forgot your something at home. Should you blame someone else?
No. Be honest and take responsibility.
Finish the sentence: “Mistakes help us…”
Learn and grow.
Your friend wants to talk while everyone is working quietly. What should you do?
Tell them you’ll talk later and stay focused.
Why is it important to follow directions the first time?
It saves time, keeps everyone learning, and shows responsibility.
True or False: Respect only means being nice to your friends.
False! Respect means treating everyone kindly.
Name one way you can show responsibility before leaving school.
Clean your area, pack your materials, and turn in assignments.
If an assignment feels hard, what’s the best thing to do?
Keep trying, use strategies, and ask for help.
You disagree with someone during group work. What’s the best solution?
Stay respectful, listen to each other, and compromise.
Your friend is talking while the teacher is giving directions. What should YOU do?
Stay focused, ignore the distraction, and continue listening.
A classmate forgot to bring their binder to school and looks embarrassed. What should you NOT do?
Laugh, tease, or make fun of them.
Your partner isn’t doing any work during a project. What should you do?
Politely encourage them, do your part, and ask Mr. Applegate for help if needed.
A classmate finishes before you. Should you rush to catch up?
No. Focus on doing your best work.
You finished your job early and you want to keep reading the book you have in your desk, but three students are absent and there's trash all over the floor. What should you do?
Ask the job supervisor what to do.