Class Rules
Class Consequences
Arrival and Dismissal from Class
Absences and Makeup Work
Miscellaneous
100
By when will I need to be in my seat for class?
You need to be in your seat before the bell rings.
100
The very first time I violate a class rule, what will happen?
You will receive a verbal warning.
100
Who dismisses me from class?
The teacher (not the bell) dismisses you.
100

If I was absent during the first 3 weeks of the six weeks, how long do I have to make up my absent work?

You have until the Friday before your report card is printed.

100

True or False? Calling my classmate an idiot for getting a question in Jeopardy wrong isn't technically violating the rules because I didn't use curse words.

FALSE. Treat others the way you would like to be treated.

200
If I just need to throw something away really quick, what should I do?
Raise your hand and ask the teacher. Only then will you be able to get out of your seat.
200
When and where will teacher detention be held?
Teacher detention is after school in this room.
200

What are some ways I can show respect when my teacher says, "Hello," to me at the door?

-Smile -Make eye contact -Shake hands/fist bump/ high five -Say, "Hello" -Be in dress code -Don't have gum -Be on time

200

True or False? If I am absent, I should see my teacher the next day and collect my work so that I can do it for homework.

FALSE. All absent and makeup work must be done in tutorials or during class (if you have completed your work for the day).

200

*********DAILY DOUBLE********** True or False? I can go to tutoring with any of the 8th grade ELA teachers.

TRUE. I just need to let Mrs. Gallagher know so she can notify the teacher.

300

I walk by my friend's desk and knock his pencil off his desk because I think it's funny. Which rule am I violating?

Treat others the way you want to be treated.

300

What will my conduct grade be if I was written up and received a detention?

Your overall conduct grade will be a "C" on your report card.

300

When I enter the classroom, what do I need to do first?

Look at the board to see what supplies will be needed for class.

300
If I choose not to do my assignment in class and receive a zero, and then I go in to tutoring to make it up, what is the highest grade I can receive?
The highest grade is a 70.
300
When my teacher counts down from five, what should I do by the time she gets to one?
You should be silent, sitting up, and looking at the teacher.
400
My teacher from last period gave me candy, so I open it and eat it in this class. What will happen next?
The teacher will take it from you and throw it away. (You may only eat in my class if I give you permission.)
400

Mrs. Gallagher has asked me three times to stop talking and playing.  I have already received my two warnings. What will be the next consequence?

You will receive a teacher detention and sign documentation.

400
If the tardy bell has already rung, what do I need in order to come into class?
You need a printed tardy pass from a tardy sweep station to enter class after the bell.
400
True or False? I had ISC for having too many tardies, and I did a lot of work for English while I was there. Tomorrow, my teacher can just tell me what we did, and I'll be caught up.
FALSE. If you are absent because of ISC or Guidance, you must still come in to tutoring to make up your missing assignments.
400

Why is my conduct is a C?  I never talk in class or misbehave. 

Not turning in work affects your conduct grade as well as your class grade.

500

********DAILY DOUBLE******* I need to use the restroom.  What should I do?

Raise your hand and ask Mrs. Gallagher during independent work.  Write the date and time in and out on the pass.

500

How many warnings will I get before I get a teacher detention?

You will receive two warnings - 1 verbal & 1 written :(

500

Before the end of class bell rings, what are four things I must do?

-Stand up and push in my chair - Gather all my belongings -Wipe down my desk - Calmly walk out the door when you are dismissed.  

500

I made a 50 on an assignment, and I want to make it up and improve my grade. When will my teacher no longer accept it?

You will have until the Friday before report cards are printed. 

500

When should I NOT ask to use the restroom? (You must list all the times in order to get the points!)

You should not ask to use the restroom in the first or last ten minutes of class, when the teacher is giving direct instruction, or if you have not more spaces on the yellow restroom pass.