Morning Entry + Homeroom
What materials do you put into your locker? What materials come into class with you?
5A -- Locker: Coats/booksbags, ELA materials; classroom: lunch, math homework book, writing materials
Who is in charge of making sure their group's books & materials are organized when we switch classes/activities?
Bookshelf Bosses
What should you do if you have a question during class?
Raise a silent hand + wait to be called on. Ask your question FROM YOUR SEAT.
Whose job is it to make sure the classroom looks organized/clean when class is over or it's time to switch?
Everyone's!
When Bugs Bunny first appeared in 1938 what was he originally called?
A. Harold Rabbit
B. Harry Rabbit
C. Happy Rabbit
D. Ronnie Rabbit
E. Rascal Rabbit
C. Happy Rabbit
Name at least two things we do when we hear Mr. Elliott's morning announcements.
Acceptable answers:
Voices off; standing for the Ad Prima mantra; standing for the Pledge of Allegiance; listening for important announcements/continuing our journals.
What should you do when you finish your Exit Ticket?
Check your work, turn it in to Ms. Bland, then check the board for next directions.
When is it appropriate to call out while we're in class?
During an emergency situation that CANNOT wait (bleeding, vomiting, something on fire, etc.)
Name two things we should NEVER do during class, EVERRRRR.
Any of the following:
Run, horseplay, calling out without a good reason, destroying property, out of our seats without permission, talking while someone else is talking, etc.
How long is "four score and seven years" ago?
A. 47 years
B. 107 years
C. 227 years
D. 87 years
D. 87 years
Answer either or both of the following:
- How long do you have to unpack your items in the morning?
- How long do you have to complete your journal?
- You have 8 minutes to unpack.
- You have 6 minutes to complete your journal.
Name at least 2 expectations for when we walk in the hallway.
1) We walk in a straight line, facing front, calm body.
2) We walk with our voices off.
3) We keep the line tight.
Name one thing you should do before talking to Ms. Bland (or any staff member).
Greeting! (Say "good morning," "hi," etc.)
Name one consequence for not meeting classroom expectations.
Any of the following:
Tier forms, ClassBank fines, Dojo message home, loss of classroom privileges.
What day do you get paid?
What day is rent due?
What day do we have our classroom store?
Mondays
Fridays
Wednesdays (if we earn it)
Name at least 2 expectations for completing your journal in the morning.
Any of the following:
Voices off; writing at least 5 full sentences; writing until the timer goes off.
There are 3 locations your laptop could possibly be. What are they?
- On top of your desk, being used.
- Under your desk (in the basket)
- Inside the laptop cart, CHARGING!
Name 2 expectations for approaching Ms. Bland / Ms. Bland's desk.
- Approach ONLY when invited.
- PERSONAL SPACE IS KEY!! (At least an arm's length).
Name two expectations for speaking during class.
Any of the following:
One voice; attention on the speaker (eyes/ears); calm body.
A prequel movie to The Wizard of Oz was just released November 22, 2024. What is it called?
Wicked
Pretend we have a new student. Give them a detailed step-by-step on how we enter the classroom and get ready for our day.
Enter the classroom quickly and quietly. Unpack your things. Get ready to complete your journal. Complete your journal with your voice off. Stand up for the mantra & listen to the announcements for the day. Finish your journal & pass to your Bookshelf Boss. Listen for next directions from Ms. Bland.
5A: Name 3 things Ms. Bland looks for before we pack up for dismissal.
5B: Name 3 things Ms. Bland looks for before we pack up to switch classes.
Laptops, books, headphones properly put away/plugged in, clean desks/floors, voices off, everyone seated.
WITHOUT LOOKING... show me the hand signals for:
1) "I need a pencil"
2) "I need my pencil sharpened"
3) "I need to use the bathroom"
4) "I need water"
5) "I need a tissue" and
6) "I have a question/answer"
1) 1 finger in the air
2) Pencil in the air
3) 2 fingers crossed
4) 3 fingers in the air
5) 4 fingers in the air
6) Hand in the air
List ALL the expectations for using laptops/headphones during class time.
- 100% on task 100% of the time
- Keep your laptop on your desk at all times
- BE NICE TO THE LAPTOPS AND THEY WILL BE NICE TO YOU.
- Instrumental music only; low volume (you should be able to hear me)
Ms. Bland is (17 - 6 รท 2) + 4 x 3 years old. How old is she? (YES, YOU MUST DO + SHOW THE WORK)
Ms. Bland is 26 years old.