Classroom Policies
Where do you go to get your Absent Work for the day or days that you were absent?
On the side of the tall cabinet.
What do you do as soon as you see the Weekly Agenda on the board?
Silently write down my homework for the week.
What is the School Wide Alphabetical Grading Scale?
A, B, C, D, and F
What is 1 way that you can receive classroom dojo points?
Lining up in a straight line silently, working together efficiently, maintaining the classroom voice level, turning in signed forms, etc.
How many packs of 5 tab dividers do you need for this class?
2 packs!
What is the Homework Policy? (include missing/late work)
1. If a student does not turn in their homework on the day that it is due, then they can turn it in the NEXT DAY for HALF credit.
2. If a student does not turn it the next day, then they will receive a ZERO for that homework assignment.
Name 3 classroom greeting options
1. Wakanda Forever Sign
2. Fist Bump
3. Handshake
4. Saying "Good Morning Ms. Watts"
5. High Five
Give 2 examples of something that would could as a classwork/participation grade.
Any of the following:
Discussions, Answering Questions, In-class Worksheets/Assignments, Do-Nows, Exit-Tickets
How many classroom dojo points can you get by getting the Parent/Student signature page signed and handing it in to Ms. Watts?
25 points! (Make sure to get it signed by FRIDAY)
How many binders do you need for this class? And Why?
2 binders. 1 for African American History and 1 for Science
If I was absent for 3 days, how many days do I have to turn in my missed work?
3 Days
Where do I write my response to my Do-Now?
In the Do-Now section of my binder.
Weekly Current Events count towards a _________ grade.
Test Grade
Student A collected quickly collected the homework from their classmates and placed them gently in their section's homework bin.
Student B threw the worksheets towards their classmates when handing them out, causing some worksheets to fly off the table.
Who would get only 5 class dojo points? & Why?
Student B, because they threw the worksheets towards their classmates instead of handing it to them.
Why do you need 2 folders for this class?
1 to keep at home to communicate with my parents/guardians, and the other for a portfolio to show at parent/teacher conferences.
What is the process to sign out a book?
They MUST notify Ms. Watts so that she can write down the student's name, the book title, and sign-out date on our online “Classroom Library Checkout” list.
What do I do with my homework that's due today?
Give it to the homework collector.
"I participated in group and classroom discussions, turned in my exit ticket and my research paper in class today."
All of the following are examples of a Classwork/Participation grade EXCEPT for what?
a research paper will count towards a Test grade, because it is an Essay!
What is the purpose of classroom dojo?
To highlight positive behaviors that you do and to help you develop good habits in school and beyond the classroom
What is the name of the brand of pencils Ms. Watts recommends students getting for class?
Ticonderoga Pencils! Because they last longer and are better quality!
Name the 5 Level I Intervention Procedures.
1. Verbal Warning
2. One on One Conversation with Student
3. Written Demerit
4. Parent Notification with Consequence
5. Conference with Parent will be Scheduled
What are students expected to do when it is time to get ready to leave class? Hint: 2 parts.
(Think: What do you all check before moving, and what will I say to get us ready?)
1. Students are expected to make sure their TABLES and the AREA AROUND their TABLE is clean!
2. When I say "Line Up", students line up SILENTLY (Level 0) single file at the door.
Name the 4 classroom grading/evaluation categories AND their percentages.
1. Classwork/Participation = 10%
2. Homework = 20%
3. Quizzes = 20%
4. Tests/Projects/Essays = 50%
Name 2 ways that you could INSTANTLY receive 2 demerits.
1. Damaging or losing a classroom library book
2. Refusing to follow/listen to the rules and procedures or not respecting/caring for science lab materials.
Classroom textbooks and workbooks will be provided in class and students are allowed to take them home.
True or False?
False. Yes they are provided, BUT the textbooks and workbooks STAY IN CLASS.