Expectations & Commitments
Name one Science Class Commitment
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Be Safe
Be Brave
True or False
We can all be on our cell phones in class.
FALSE!!
Cell phones must be off/silent, ZIPPED away in backpacks, Out of sight!!
Where will your grades be located?
Schoology
I have a sweet new hoodie, and I want to wear the hood on my head. Is this allowed?
NO! hoods must stay off head
Ms. Seigal gave us candy for working hard in ELA! Can we eat this in Science?
NO! Why?
What is the Science class word focus for this year?
What is Impact?
True or False
There will be a negative consequence if I look like I have my cell phone out.
True!
Why?
Poo! I totally failed that test...Am I allowed to re-take it?
YES!
You must fill out a re-take form
Be mindful about your assignments!
Ms. Bennett says we have a lab tomorrow, how should I be dressed?
Comfortable, long pants, closed-toe shoes, hair tied back
If Ms. Bennett says:
“I need your attention in 5...4...3...2...1”
What should you do?
All students are expected to be silent, hand raised, and looking at Ms. Bennett before counting to 1 to obtain information as a class.
Why is it important to have class expectations in place?
We need Class Expectations to ensure a safe and welcoming learning environment for all learners to achieve in Science.
True or False
I can have headphones in Science for independent work.
True!
BUT not AIRPODS, WHY?
Help! I was absent yesterday! Did we do anything important? What did I miss?
What should this student do?
1. Check Schoology
2. Ask a classmate for notes, then Ms. B
3. Check absent folders by the door for handouts
4. Check Student Mailbox
Oh boiiiii I need to use the restroom. It is the first 10 minutes of class during our Catalyst. Am I allowed to go?
NO! students cannot leave to go to the restroom during the first 10 minutes of class or the last 10 minutes of class!
What is Class Dojo?
Ms. Bennett’s Science classes will utilize “Class Dojo” as a student incentive system. Positive points can be earned in Science class and be redeemed for prizes!
What does it mean to listen with your whole body/face? (Hint: what image did we observe?)
Eyes facing speaker
Ears “up, open, ready to listen”
Head held up
Can I charge my phone in class?
NO!
What can you charge in class?
What are some examples of ONLINE assignment submission?
Schoology, Flipgrid, email, shared documents
Ohhh BBBOOOIIIIII ... I really gotta go. I'm finished with my Catalyst and it has been at least 10 minutes since class started. Can I go to the restroom?
YES! After 10 minutes, you may ask for permission to use the restroom. Be mindful that you must use an emergency restroom pass and take 5 minutes!
What can happen if I break an expectation or commitment in Science?
Verbal Warning
Asked to take a break/cool-off
Remove Class Dojo Points
Removal from Activity Time
Student Conference
Admin Referral (Call Home) & Behavior Contract
State the 5 expectations for Science
I will show respect and kindness to myself, others, their property, and all adults at school.
I will keep my hands, feet, and all objects to myself
I will be prepared, on-time, and ready to learn everyday
I will practice safety when participating in science labs or activities
I will follow directions and listen with my whole body
What does it mean when you are asked to put your laptop at 45?
It means to stop what you are doing. Close the laptop at a 45 degree angle, zone 0, listen for instructions
What happens when I turn in something late in Science?
If paper assignment, turn it in the "Late Work" bin
Each day late, reduced letter grade
(ALWAYS get help if you are finding an assignment difficult!)
Do I take anything with me to go to the restroom?
YES! If granted permission, you must give the teacher an emergency restroom pass, fill out the sheet on the hall pass, take the hall pass with you, return hall pass, and sign back into class
What happens when I do something awesome in Science?
Students can receive any of the following:
Awarded Class Dojo Points
(Prizes redeemable in Croft Cougar Store)
Praise from teacher(s)
Candy/snack/treat
Sticker