What is the name of this class?
Intensive Reading.
What must we do before asking a question, answering out loud, or leaving our desk?
Raise your hand (get my attention) at the right time (pay attention to what we are doing) and wait for me to respond.
Where do we keep cell phones during class?
In our backpack.
When are you considered tardy?
When you are not in your assigned seat ready to learn by the late bell.
How do I earn 20 points per day?
5= bell work
15= class work
100% is based on your participation and behavior.
What is the purpose of this class?
To strengthen reading skills and meet graduation requirements.
How do we leave class at dismissal?
The teacher- not the bell, not your friend-dismisses you to get your things and leave class. Without running and screaming.
What volume level can we set our phones to during class?
Silent.
How many school days do you have to make up an EXCUSED absence?
The same number of days you were absent.
Can I turn in late work?
Yes, if you have an excused absence. Not if you were distracted.
Why is this class important?
This class is important because reading affects everything you do in high school and beyond.
What happens when a teacher calls for attention?
We stop talking, look, and listen for what is next.
When can you wear headphones for music in class?
Never. Unless this is something to work towards on a Fun Friday.
What is an UNEXCUSED absence?
You cannot make up work missed on these days.
True or false: group work is optional.
False. Learning to work in a team is part of our learning structure.
What is our room number?
E310
Name one behavior that is disruptive to our learning.
Examples:
Swearing, fighting, sleeping, cell phone use, walking around the classroom, sharpening a pencil while someone is talking, etc.
Why are phones not allowed to be used in class?
The class is interactive- you cannot learn if you are on TikTok. It is a privacy issue if you are recording or taking photos. It is against Florida law use an electronic device in classrooms.
I had an excused absence. Where can I find make up work?
In the "catch up" folder by the door.
What is "Think-Write-Pair-Share" ?
A group strategy where everyone:
1. Writes their own response
2. Shares it with a partner
3. Provides feedback
What is the teacher's full name?
Ms. Verderame
What are the steps to entering the classroom?
1. One at a time before the late bell
2. Turn off your cell phone sound and put it away in your backpack (and your headphones)
3. Work on bell work
4. While sitting in your assigned seat
What happens if someone does not put their cell phone away?
Zero grade for the day, call home.
If it continues: phone is taken for the day, student is assigned detention.
If it still continues: student is referred to administration/ ISS
I need to use the bathroom. What is the procedure?
YES:
after the first 10 and before the last 10 of class
1st-3rd/5th/7th period
Sign out one at a time- only 3 times per quarter
Take the bathroom pass-not your phone
Come back in 8 minutes.
Where can I find my grade?
Canvas!
Check Canvas daily so there are no surprises.