Routines
Where do you unpack your things each morning?
AT your desk! NOT in front of your cubby or where your book bag hangs
How can we show kindness and respect to our teachers?
You can show respect to your teachers by not talking back, or showing any rudeness. Breaking this rule could result in a bummer!
Where is the pencil sharpener?
The pencil sharpener is on the standing desk next to the promethean board....but would it be very kind if you sharpen your pencil at a time when someone is speaking???? Make sure you pick a good time to sharpen!
Who is responsible for keeping your wallets and your money safe?? What happens if you lose your wallet??
YOU!!! Don't lose your wallet!!! :)
Which of the names below are you NOT allowed to call Ms. Brophy?
Miss Brophy
Ms. B.
Julie
Ms. Fabulous Wonderful Teacher Lady
Julie - But that is my name! You can call me that when you turn 18! :)
What is the VERY first thing you should do each morning when you enter the classroom?
Say, "Hello!"
(or Hi, or Hola, or Howdy)
How can you be kind while your teacher is giving directions?
By listening and giving your teacher your full attention. Breaking this rule could result in a bummer!
Where is the bathroom?
The bathroom is located through Mrs. Balentine's room. Please go before you come to school, before instruction begins, or during our bathroom time. One person will begin, and each person will have a chance to use it between 10 and 10:15, as well as get your snack.
BONUS: what hand signal can you use if you need to go not during our bathroom time??
What is the only way you are allowed to open the cash register?
If you hold the drawer as you push the open button.
What do you think Ms. Brophy's favorite color is??
Purple!
What goes in the blue bin?
Papers signed by parents, notes from parents, homework, maybe reading logs
How can we be kind to our classmates?
We can be kind to our classmates by not using rude words or name calling. No bullying will ever be tolerated. Breaking this rule could result in a bummer!
Where can our silent signals be found? What do they all mean?
On the back wall of the room!
-sharpen pencil
-buy supplies
-tissue
-trash/recycle
-water
-question
Ms. Brophy or your teacher will nod or shake her head at you to tell you yes or no
What do you have to pay for in this classroom?
Rent, and all your material fees! You may do this during any transition time, or in the mornings or by using a silent signal if it is an emergency.
BONUS: what's the silent signal for getting a new supply?
Why do you think that "extra recess" is written on the board? What in the world are shhhh tallies?
As a class, we can work together to earn a special prize! Right now, we will be working for extra recess. If you get a bunch of compliments, or days with no shh tallies, we will eventually earn that prize, earning a letter at a time. BUT if you get 5 or more shh tallies, your teacher could erase a letter.
Where should you always put your morning work when you finish it?
What happens if you don't finish your morning work in the morning?
In the bin next to the cash register.
It needs to be completed by the next morning-- you will turn it in when you complete it (you may have a chance to complete it during the day, or you may have to finish it at home)
How can we be kind to ourselves?
You need to do your best in all parts of the school day. Your teachers are here to help you succeed and help you, especially through tough things! You never are expected to understanding everything, but you are expected to try your hardest! Breaking this rule could result in a bummer.
Where can you find your job for the week? What happens if you don't do your job?
You will see your class job on the "our work" bulletin board.
If you don't do your job, you won't get paid!
"no bees, no honey, no work, no money!"
What are IOUs? When can you get one? What are teacher bonuses? When can you get one?
IOUs mean that you OWE money. Your teacher will silently slip one on your desk, so that you know you owe a teacher fee for doing something you're not supposed to be doing. You will need to pay that fee as soon as there is a transition time.
Teacher bonuses can be earned for just about anything extra! If you show extra kindness, do some extra homework problems, or answer a tough question, a penny, nickel, dime, quarter, or a 1$, 5$, 10$ or 20$ bill may just end up on your desk!!
What is Ms. Brophy's favorite animal in the whole world?!?