Core Expectations
How can we be respectful in class?
Use kind words, listen to others, respect personal space, and treat everyone with kindness.
When we are moving from our class to Ms. McDonnell's class, what should our class look like and sound like?
The class should sound quiet and calm and everyone is clearing off their desks, gathering materials they need, and quietly and patiently waiting in line. In line, you are facing the door, keeping hands to yourself, and keeping voices off.
How should you sit at your desk?
Sit up straight, eyes and ears on the speaker, sitting on your bottom, both feet on the floor.
What are some examples of good behavior choices we can make every day?
When someone is speaking, what are we doing?
LISTENING! The only person we should hear is our teacher or the speaker. Our eyes and ears are on the speaker and we are being respectful. We do not interrupt, let them speak
How can we be responsible in class?
Come prepared with materials, turn in work on time, stay on task, and take care of school property.
When we are lining up in the hallway to go to recess, how should the hallway look?
5th grade on one side, 4th grade on the other side. Everyone is lined up one behind the other, students are quiet, jackets are zipped up, and we have what we need for lunch and are patiently waiting for directions.
When should you leave your seat?
Only when Ms. Fennelly gives you permission! If you need to leave your seat to grab something, just ask me first, I will most likely say yes!
*with 19 students, I need to know where you are. If I glance at a seat, and you are not in it, that is not safe. I need to know where you are at all times, that's all :)
What are some examples of BAD behavior choices, that we should not do.
*or if you see someone do these things, talk to a teacher so it can be addressed.
If you have a cell phone, where does it belong?
Give it to Ms. Fennelly in the morning and she will return it to you at the end of the day
How can we be safe in class?
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself; walk quietly; and follow safety rules.
At the end of recess, what should students do to transition to lunch?
Stop what you are doing, gather your belongings, stand in line facing forward with voices OFF. Wait until the line begins moving and stay silent one behind the other until you are in the cafe. Once you arrive at lunch, stay quiet for prayer and so students can get their food. Once the lights are on, then you may chat while you eat.
Who can sit at the calm corner? How should it be used?
Star of the week, and anyone else granted permission. Sit calmly, quietly, and safely. If you are being loud, distracting, or making unsafe choices, you will be asked to move.
It's the calm corner, not the crazy corner!
What are some consequences that can happen from bad behavior choices?
note home informing grown ups of student's behavior, loss of privileges (such as loss of recess, loss of free time, etc), loss of points/money, detention (with me or in office)
How should we act as a class if we have a guest?
Be on your best behavior! Show them you are the best!
Kindness, hands to yourself, listening ears, voices off
How can we be ready to learn in class?
Follow directions the first time, participate actively, and ask for help when needed.
In the morning after assembly, what should the stairwell look like on our way upstairs?
One student behind the other, walking feet, voices off, hands to yourself.
When we swap classes and 4B comes in, how should your seats and desks look?
Completely clear! Your chair is pushed in, nothing is on or under your desk, and nothing is on your seat. Everyone deserves a clean space to learn, including you!
How should we treat our fellow students and teachers?
Always say please and thank you, be kind to others, listen to your teacher, help keep our school clean, make safe choices
If you have a question about what we are working on, what should you do?
Raise your hand! Do not call out or leave your seat unless I tell you to.
How can I be independent in class?
Take responsibility for your actions and belongings; manage your assignments; work well with your peers and follow the rules
What are the expectations when you first arrive to Ms. Fennelly's class every morning?
Quietly and calmly walk inside, take out what you need for the day, hang up your bag and coat in the closet (not on the floor), and then go back to your seat and begin the bell ringer.
It is not the time to socialize! Moving forward, Bell ringers will be graded. If you do not do it, you get a 0.
At the end of the day, what do we do with our chairs?
Stack them on top of our cleared off desk and stand there patiently until prayer.
*If for some reason I tell you NOT to stack your chair, then just push it in :)
Which one of these behaviors is a BAD choice?
-Staying seated during class
-taking notes
-daydreaming in class/not paying attention
-ask questions by raising hand
daydreaming/not paying attention
How should we behave in special?
The same way you behave in any other class! Even in special, you are still following the same expectations given from Ms. Fennelly, it applies to every class and every teacher you see!