Around the Room
What do I do if I need to sharpen my pencil?
Raise your hand and get permission. If we are in the middle of an activity, I may have to wait.
Who can give me blazer bucks? Give one example of how I can earn a blazer buck.
Any adult in the building.
following instructions, walking silently in the hall, trying my best
What is a Brain Break?
It is a movement exercise that gets our brains ready to focus again.
What happens if I chose to break a classroom expectation?
There are consequences for my actions. That may be sitting out part of recess, losing my star, doing a think sheet, or going to see another adult in the building to discuss my actions.
What do I do if I don’t understand how to do an assignment?
Raise my hand. Wait to ask the teacher for help.
How many students can be reading in the reading corner?
6
Give examples of how to get a team point. (at least 2)
everyone is on task, everyone is following instructions without reminders, being leaders for the rest of the class, Everyone is trying their best on the work, quickly transitioning.
What do I do when I come in the classroom in the morning?
Hang my backpack on my number hook, put my blue folder in my desk, and quietly begin morning work.
Give an example of something you may say to fill someone's bucket.
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What is my homework each night?
Practice my spelling words, read a book for 15 minutes, and practice my flashcards (these are coming!)
What areas of the classroom are off limits to students unless they get special permission?
Past the file cabinets at Miss Weems Desk and the cabinets by the sink.
How many reminders can I have before getting a star taken away?
2 or less.
What is expected of me when I am packing up?
Be where I am supposed to be, put my papers in my blue folder, put my blue folder in my backpack, stank my chair, and pick up the room until my teacher tells me to line-up.
Give examples of disruptive behaviors. (At least 2)
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List three expectations for appropriately using my iPad.
Only get it out when the adult has instructed you too, do not change my passcode or backgrounds, only download apps if given permission, only use it for what the teacher has instructed you to, no food or drinks near it.
When should you ask to go to the Chill Out Spot?
When you are frustrated, angry, or upset. Never let your emotions decide your actions.
What is the mystery student and what does the mystery student get if they are following instructions?
The mystery student is someone Miss Weems watches to see if they are following instructions. If they are, they get a $5 blazer buck.
How does the teacher get our attention? (Name two ways)
Turn the lights off, say "hocus pocus", raise her had.
What happens if I continue to break the same expectations after having conversations with the teacher?
What do we look like in line?
Hands to myself, facing forward, voice off, directly behind the person in front of me.
What is expected of me when I am sitting in the morning meeting circle?
Choose to sit by people I will not be tempted to talk to, I am sitting criss-cross applesauce, my hands are in my lap, I am not talking unless asked to, I'm participating in the activity.
What is Fun Friday? How many stars do I need each week to attend Fun Friday?
Fun Friday changes each week. It is 30 minutes of a fun activity (playing games, iPad time, movie, etc.). I need 12/15 stars for the week to attend.
What is expected of me during morning announcements?
I stand for the Pledge of Allegiance and the Broken Arrow Pledge. I sit in my seat with my voice completely off through the entire announcements.
What are the 3 big expectations in our classroom?
Be respectful, follow instructions, Give your best effort.
Why does Miss Weems make us practice our expectations so much?
Lots of answers!