Coming to Class
When is the ONLY time you will have homework?
When you don't complete an assignment during class time.
What will we be doing instead of traditional homework?
We will have 20 minutes of reading daily.
What is rule #1
Listen to the person who is speaking.
What are responsibility points?
Bonus points that you can earn by being responsible and doing what you are supposed to do.
What will my new name be when I get married in October?
Mrs. Vasut
How can you get reminders from Ms. Pop?
What happens if you are on your phone during class?
It will be taken up and given to Ms. Higgins
What is rule #2?
Enter the room ready to learn.
What should you keep in your 3 ring binder?
Any notes, graded tests, or handouts from Ms. Pop.
What is our class pet's name?
Dwight
How can I get ahold of Ms. Pop?
Email or Phone call
What happens if you don't use technology appropriately?
You will lose the privilege of using it.
What is rule #3?
Always try your hardest.
What 3 supplies do I need to have every day?
3 ring binder
something to write with
independent reading book
What do you have to do to make it on the Wall of Fame?
Something AWESOME! Like reaching a goal, finishing a series, or doing something extremely kind for someone.
What will we be focusing on during Reading Class this year?
Reading strategies and comprehension
What are the steps Ms. Pop will follow if I am not following class expectations?
1. Conference with Ms. Pop
2. Parent contact
3. Lunch detention
4. Referral
What is rule #4?
Always respect yourself and others.
Why do you need an independent reading book every day?
Because we will be having a project grade over a book every 6 weeks.
When can you sit in the Reading Forest
After I'm done with my work, or while I'm working quietly with Ms. Pop's permission.
What is the first thing I should do when I walk in the classroom?
Look up at the board to see what I need for the period.
What is Ms. Pop's 2 most important things she expects from her students?
effort and respect
What is rule #5?
Always be in charge of your success.
What happens if you don't have your supplies ready to go when Ms. Pop is ready to teach?
You will lose responsibility points.
What is the big cow's name and what does she do?
Bessie and she guards your work until Ms. Pop can grade it.