Classroom Behavior
When Ms. Robertson is giving directions, what should you be doing?
Listen respectfully and keep your eyes on her to show you're listening.
During a group activity, one person is arguing that their idea/answer is the better one. What is a respectful way to resolve this?
Get every member's input on what's best. Still can't agree? Rock, Papers, Scissors
You feel frustrated/angry after getting an answer wrong on a test. What should you do to help YOUR EMOTIONS?
Take a deep breath, count to 10, learn from it, and ask the teacher how you got it wrong to improve for next time.
How can you show respect for your and other people's property including Ms. Robertson's things?
Do not abuse it. Treat it like it was your own. (Includes chromebooks, headphones) Ask for permission before touching other people's property.
When are students allowed to eat and drink in class?
Only during class parties. Otherwise, only drink water.
You've just completed your daily assignment. Majority of the class is still working. What should you do next?
Read a book. Do IXL, Grab extra worksheet practice from drawers.
During a group presentation, students are arguing who wants to go first. How can we solve this problem?
Rock, papers, scissors
You are feeling sad but don't want anyone to know. What can you do to help yourself?
Write your feelings out in a journal, draw, read, do an activity that makes you feel better.
Should you have a drink right next to your chromebook? Why?
When are you allowed to use the bathroom? When are you NOT allowed?
After instruction is given, During independent work/group work time. NOT AT THE LAST 10 MINUTES BEFORE THE PERIOD ENDS!
Use a pencil sharpener that does not make noise. When the teacher is done speaking and it's group work/independent work time, ask a friend if you can copy their notes. Bring extra pencils.
One person in your group member is doing all the work for their team. What can we do to solve this?
Speak up and decide how to split up the work. Tell Ms. Robertson.
You get into an argument with a friend/another classmate. How do you handle it? How do you NOT handle it?
NO: DO NOT yell, call each other names, insult. Put hands on each other
YES: Ask if you can talk things out calmly. IF NOT, leave each other alone to cool off and THEN apologize later with a calm mind if needed.
You notice a classmate is playing video games instead of doing their assignment. What should you do?
Focus and worry about your own work AND MIND YOUR BUSINESS!
How are you expected to walk when going to lunch? How are you expected to leave your table when you finish your lunch?
We leave for lunch as a class. Expected to walk together! Leave your table clean! The staff are not your maids.
You get frustrated with an assignment and feel like giving up. What steps should you follow to improve your attitude? (Looking for the exact order of these steps)
Step 1: Take a deep breath and try to calm down.
Step 2: Ask your group or partner if they can help you with your issue.
Step 3: If nobody has the answer, raise your hand and ask Ms. Robertson for help.
Your group can't agree on something and it's slowing things down. What can you do?
Speak calmly and respectfully to one another to share your different ideas and attempt to come to a compromise. Do not argue or yell. Call Ms. R to mediate.
You're feeling angry about something. You can't even concentrate in class. What can you do?
Ask to go for a walk to the water fountain/bathroom to calm down. Deep breaths; Calming Corner
How do you show you are ready for learning?
Greet Ms. Robertson. Enter QUIETLY, make sure you have an independent reading book, Do Now, and then read silently.
One of your classmates give the wrong answer during class. What should you NOT DO?
Start booing, making fun of them, Say things like: OMG THAT WAS SO EASY BRO HOW DID U MISS THAT
You notice a classmate who is always blurting our answers, being annoying and/or bothering you. What should you do respectfully.
1. Ask them to stop nicely
2. If they still don't listen focus on your own behavior and try not to react to what they sat.
3. Ask the teacher if you can move your seat.
A member of your group is refusing to do work. They keep distracting the group. What can you do?
Tell Ms. R and ask if you can move your seat. Most likely the answer will be yes.
You're feeling overwhelmed during the school day because you have a lot of assignments adding up. What can you do?
Ask your teacher for support during lunch/after school to help you organize/chunk your assignments and get them done in a timely manner.
Why is it important that your work be authentic? What consequences will happen if you plagiarize?
We come to school to make mistakes and learn how to evolve our mind with critical thinking skills. Automatic 0. ChatGBT included NO AI SHOULD BE USED FOR ASSIGNMENTS! Trust me I'll know :)
What are the procedures for a lockdown AND a firedrill?
Lockdown: Stay calm, close and lock doors, pull down shades, get out of view from any window or door. Stay silent until the lockdown is over.
Firedrill: Stay calm, close and lock doors, walk in a QUIET line out the building. Try and stay together. Take these drills SERIOUSLY!