What do I do when the bell rings?
Quietly work on your Do Now.
How do I get the teacher’s attention?
Stay quiet and raise your hand.
What is a Do Now?
What happens first if I chose to break a classroom expectation?
When we do not follow rules, we are making bad choices, and there will be consequences: a warning, a seat move, detention, call home, or a referral.
What do I do if I don’t understand how to do an assignment?
Ask 3 other students before asking the teacher for help. Chances are that your peers understand the assignment and can help you.
What should I do when there are only 5 minutes left of class?
Stay seated and continue working quietly on your assignments. You do not pack up until after the bell rings.
What should you have on your desk at the beginning of every class?
A charged laptop and a pencil.
What is an Exit Ticket?
An Exit Ticket is a tool to assess how well students understand the material they are learning in class.
What happens the second time I chose to break a classroom expectation?
If you've already received a warning, the next step is to serve a recess or lunch detention, where you will be responsible for writing a reflection on your behavior. You may also receive a call home.
What should I do if I'm done with my school assignments?
What should I do if I finish my work early?
You can work on other assignments, read silently or do an activity on the Student Choice Board. You cannot play computer games in English class.
What is the bathroom procedure?
One boy and one girl at a time. No using the restroom at the start of class or while the teacher is giving important instructions. Always sign out.
What are three big expectations of class?
Respect others, put forth your best effort at all times, be prepared for class each day, follow directions when given, and take responsibility for your actions.
What happens the third time I chose to break a classroom expectation?
If your behavior does not change after serving a detention, you will get an office referral and a call home.
When can you use your cellphone?
Never.
What do I do if I need to use the bathroom?
If it's the beginning of class, you need to wait until after the Do Now and the teacher's instructions. Then, you can raise your hand and ask to go.
What do I do when I see that the teacher wants me to be quiet?
As soon as you hear or see the signal, stop what you're doing, look at the teacher, and listen for directions.
How do I earn PBIS points?
Check the whiteboard to see how to earn PBIS points for the day. Today's goal is to quietly do the Do Now and raise your hand/don't shout out.
Why are there consequences for breaking rules?
Because establishing a culture of respect and academic achievement in the classroom is the only way to make sure that everyone is safe and able to reach their goals.
When should I charge my computer?
At home. You shouldn't be charging your computer at school. There are only a few charging stations in each classroom.
How do I know if the teacher wants the class to be quiet? (Name 2 ways)
The teacher rings the chime. The teacher tells everyone "Listen up. Eyes on the board and mouths shut."
What do I do if I want to ask a question?
Silently raise your hand and wait for the teacher to call on you.
How do I get a raffle ticket for Friday's raffle?
Earn PBIS points for good behavior and then purchase a raffle ticket in the PBIS store.
What is a referral?
A referral is a written request to the office alerting them that a students' behavior is aggressive, out of control, or excessively defiant. The Vice Principal then calls a meeting with the student and their parents.
What if my computer is broken?
Tell your teacher. Your teacher might give you permission to go to the library to get a new laptop.