Supplies
You need pencil or paper.
Check the table bin or quietly ask to borrow materials without interrupting instruction.
You want to go to the nurse.
Raise your hand and let the teacher know quietly that you're not feeling well, then sign-out on the sign-out sheet.
You're struggling with a classmate.
Stay calm, avoid arguing, and ask to speak with the teacher privately after class.
You're done with a test or classwork.
Stay silent, review your work, and do a quiet activity.
You knock over a supply bin.
Apologize, pick it up, and return everything to its place. Ask for help if needed.
You want to go to the bathroom.
Wait for an appropriate time (not during instruction), raise your hand, and use the sign-out process if permitted.
You want to charge your device.
Ask the teacher if charging is allowed and where the designated area is.
You're called on, but do not know the answer.
Try your best, ask for clarification if allowed, or say "I'm not sure yet" RESPECTFULLY!
Who is responsible for keeping up with backpack supplies?
YOU ARE!
Fire alarm or tornado alarm.
Stay calm, line up quickly, and follow your teacher's instructions for evacuation.
Someone is cheating on a test.
Do not confront the student. Let the teacher know privately after class.
You have a question during independent work time.
Raise your hand and wait to ask, or check the posted instructions again first.
Can you use mechanical pencils?
Yes, but you must supply your own lead.
The bell rings, but the teacher didn't dismiss you.
Stay seated and focused until the teacher officially dismisses the class.
You are confused about instructions.
Raise your hand or wait for the teacher to pause and ask for clarification RESPECTFULLY!
You finish early.
Check the to-do list on the board.
Can I take supplies out of the bin with me when I leave class?
No, they stay in the bin for everyone to use in the class.
What is the proper way to ask for permission to leave the room?
Raise your hand.
Partner is off-task.
Try to redirect your partner, stay focused on your part, and let the teacher know privately if it continues.
You want to talk to me about something.
Just ask and we will talk after class!