Completing Assignments
What should you do if you do not understand a concept that is being taught?
Raise your hand and ask a specific question.
TRUE OR FALSE: If your computer is about to die, you should ignore the warning and wait until it dies to get up and plug it in.
FALSE: I am 100% confident in your ability to use a computer. PLUG in your computer BEFORE the screen turns black.
What are the expectations for the beginning of each subject?
Get your materials, complete any warm up, work/read quietly until you recieve instructions.
If someone makes an off-task statement, what should you do?
Ignore the statement and continue to do your work.
When is Number Ninjas?
Every Thursday, but you can go on Wednesdays and Fridays too!
TRUE OR FALSE: Assignments will be graded ONLY if they are 100% completed.
TRUE: Incomplete assignments will be RETURNED to sender without a grade.
What are the homework expectations?
Read for at least 20 minutes a day, work on Khan for 10 minutes a day.
What do you do if you finish an assignment before time is up?
Work on any unfinished work you may be behind in. Reading: IXL/Study Island, Math: IXL or Khan!
If you see someone off-task on their device, what should you do?
Politely tell them to get back to work or Snitch. It's okay. In the long run, you're doing them a favor.
What should you do if you have a problem on the playground at lunch recess?
Tell a duty teacher! EVEN if it's time to line up!
Cell phones are permitted in class if you are using a learning website like Kahoot or Blooket.
FALSE. Cellphones MUST be turned off and placed in your backpack.
What do you do if you do not remember a concept or skill that was previously taught?
Use your notes in your readers or math notebook to refresh your memory, ask a friend for help, or ask a teacher or para.
What are the expectations for the last 2 minutes of the day?
Clean and straighten your area and stand behind your pushed-in chair.
What is the expectation when someone visits our classroom?
Continue doing your work or read a book. You must always behave in the Eagle way! This is not the time to put bad behavior on display.
What are the rules for the disc swing?
4 at a time, sitting correctly. Only one pusher, no jumping to push.
What are the expectations if you are absent from class?
You are still required to complete your assignments. You can get your work from Mrs. Witt.
What are the expectations for group work?
Partners must speak and work equally together to complete the assignment. Do not just sit and copy.
When is the best time to use the restroom in order to maximize learning time?
Use the restroom during the transition between classes.
What is the expectation when I am speaking or another student is sharing?
Keep silent and listen. If you have something to add, raise your hands and wait to speak.
What are the expectations for walking in the hallway if we have to leave the classroom?
Walk in a silent, single-file line.
What are the expectations for using khan or IXL?
You MUST show your work, and complete assignments on IXL to 80%.
TRUE OR FALSE: When doing INDEPENDENT work, it is okay to ask your partner for the answer or sneak a peek at your neighbor's computer screen.
FALSE: Independent means not dependent on another. This means you work ALONE. This is the time to assess your own learning.
How do you respond to a question if you are called on?
Use a complete sentence/sentence stem in your response.
How can you avoid losing a Dojo point?
Follow classroom rules and expectations at all times, behave like an Eagle
What are the rules for anything that spins?
Keep your arms and legs inside! No leaning out! If you're on the merry go round, you must stay sitting!