Your Work
What should you do if you're unsure of how to complete an assignment?
1. Read (or ask someone to help you read)the directions.
2. Try the work yourself.
3. If you still need help, raise a quiet hand and ask politely.
What should you do if you feel like you need to see Nurse Jon or Dr. McFadden/Dr. H?
Ask to fill out a nurse pass or check-in pass and hand it to a staff(these are both located on the side of the door inside our classroom).
If there is a disruption in the classroom or out in the hallway, what should you do?
Do your best to be patient while it is happening (remember you can always earn stars/stamps during these times), and if you need deadphones they are always available!
Should you participate during group lessons?
Of course! If you’re not sure, or do not get the right answer, it is ok! We are all here to learn!
What is a ticket and how can you use it?
When you fill your stamp chart you can choose a ticket or prize box. A ticket is used for 15 minutes of free time during academics. If you want to use your ticket, you have to ask before the lesson begins.
If the timer goes off, before you finish your work, is it make up work?
No! As long as you have been in program and working hard, it is not make-up work!
What should you do if you have a question or need something from staff?
Raise a quiet hand and wait to be called on.
Should you interact with any students who are in the hallway as we pass by?
No. Again, remember…handling difficult situations appropriately will help you earn rewards!
What should you do if staff is working with other students, but you need help?
Raise a quiet hand and try to patiently wait for your turn. Someone will help you as soon as possible!
When is the appropriate time to ask to use the bathroom?
During each transition to the next task. (If you skip a bathroom break and ask during work times it will be considered out of program).
Where should you hand in classwork after it has been checked?
In your folder on the classroom door.
If you would like to grab a coloring sheet/scrap paper/book, or you need something from your bin, should you get up and grab it?
No! Before you do you have to raise a quiet hand and ask staff.
When should you get up during lunch to throw away any trash?
Once you have finished. Raise a quiet hand and ask if you can clean up. At that time, you can throw away any trash and put your lunchbox away.
When should you ask about sharpening your pencil?
Try your best to ask before we start working. It can be distracting to others working around you(if you forget, it’s ok, we all forget sometimes!)
During free time within the classroom, what should you do once you are done with what you are using?
Be sure to clean up all pieces and put it back into the appropriate cabinet.
If you are out of program during academics does it become make up work?
Yes, being out of program requires you to make up academics during cash-in or recess(if you are at OT or speech that does not count for make-up).
What should you do if we have any type of safety drill (fire, evacuation, etc.)?
Wait for staff to ask you to line up, and quietly walking out and back into the building.
Where and when should all electronics be stored during the school day?
In the lobby cabinet during arrivals.
If we are working in group or pairs should everyone be included?
Yes! It is important to include each person in the group. Remember to be respectful to everyone's input and encourage one another to share their ideas!
How should you handle yourself if someone knocks on the door or the teacher gets a phone call during academics?
Show respect by remaining in your seat quietly.
What can you do if you finish your work before the timer goes off?
Any quiet activity- read, draw/color, use a fidget, or put your head down.
What should you do first thing in the morning once you arrive in class?
Take your binder out of your bag and put it in the black crate next to the mailboxes.
Put your backpack in your bin and your lunchbox on top.
Sit at your desk and begin your morning work.
When transitioning from outside or PE how should that look?
Walk quietly down the hall and to your seat.
What should you do if you’re working with another student and conflict arises?
1.Remember we all have challenging moments.
2.Be respectful and safe!
3.Use your words to try and talk through any issues.
4.Ask for staff to help sort it out if you need to!
If typical classroom staff is out for the day do the rules change?
No! Our classroom rules and expectations are always the same!