Bellwork & Daily Routine
What’s the first thing you do when you enter class?
Open your notebook and start the bellwork on the board.
Name one positive behavior that can earn you points.
Respect, participation, complete sentences, following routines, etc.
When do we recite the mission each class?
Right after the bellwork timer ends.
Define civics in one sentence.
The study of citizenship, government, and how people live together in society.
How many players are on the court for one team during a game? (Basketball)
5
How much time do you get for bellwork?
Five minutes
Name one incentive you can earn with points.
Homework pass, seat choice, laptop privileges, etc.
How should we say the mission?
Standing, respectful tone, in unison—no shouting or playing.
Name one topic we’ll study this year that relates to civics.
Rights/responsibilities, government structures, civic participation, current issues.
What is the name of the international soccer tournament held every 4 years? (Soccer)
FIFA
After the bellwork timer ends, what two actions happen next (in order)?
Close books, then stand to recite the TMS Mission.
Give one example of a behavior that might lose points.
Not following directions, talking out of turn, off-task behavior, etc.
What happens if the mission is recited respectfully and correctly?
Teacher approves and selects two students to share bellwork answers.
Your slide presentation must explain two things about your article. What are they?
What it is about (summary) and what you found interesting.
Say the sentence starter you might use for the Day 1 bellwork about rules and missions.
I think schools have rules and missions because…
How does ClassDojo connect to the mission recitation?
Respectful, unified recitation can earn positive points.
Name two posture/behavior expectations during recitation.
Stand straight; quiet before start; unified voice; respectful tone.
From what kind of sources should you choose your article?
Reliable news sources—local, national, or school-approved.
Put the daily routine in order.
Bellwork → Mission Recitation → Class Activities → Wrap-Up
Explain in one sentence how ClassDojo supports our class goals.
It encourages and tracks behaviors that help us follow routines and learn.
Recite the mission statement
Correct
When do presentations begin after assignment day?
In about two weeks—Week 3.