Voice Levels
What level of volume is appropriate for outside / recess?
Level 3 volume level, loud.
What is our morning meeting called?
Good Morning Minutes
Should you be wandering around the class if you have not received permission? What do you need to do?
NO, wait until Mrs. Norris calls upon you and then you may go.
A classmate is trying to distract others, what should you do?
Ignore them or tell the teacher to have them stop.
What is it called when we move from one activity or class to another?
A transition
What volume level is appropriate for morning announcements?
Level 0 - No talking
Log off the computer, set it on the charging rack and plug it in.
After Mrs. Norris does the clapping pattern, what do we do back and what should the class sound like?
We clap back the pattern and we are sitting waiting quietly with voices off.
What should we do if a guest enters the class? This could be an EA, a student from another class, the Principal or VP or someone else who works in the school.
Stay calm and quiet, wait for the teacher to address or ask if the guest needs help.
When can you sharpen your pencil?
In the morning or during break time / transitions.
What level of volume in the class should be used when you are working in small groups?
Level 1 whisper or Level 2 regular talking voice
What can I do if I finish my work early? What is not allowed if I finish early?
Finish other class work, read a book from the class library, or choose a colouring page from the table. No tech.
Where should you be when eating lunch or snack?
Sitting at your assigned seat with your desk.
During a hold and secure and lockdown, can students leave the class to use the bathroom or get water?
No, they must wait until the principal and local authorities give the announcement that it is safe to do so.
How do I ask to get out of my desk in the classroom if i need something?
Raise your hand and wait to be called on.
What voice level is expected when the teacher is teaching or a student is sharing or presenting information?
Level 0 - No talking
I think I am all done my work, what should I do before I hand it in?
Write your name, check for spelling and punctuation and make sure you have completed everything.
What do I need to write with when we are working on cursive writing?
A pencil
What do you do during a lock down?
Sit on the floor away from the main door and away from the windows. Voices are off.
2 part answer: I really need to use the bathroom, what do I need to do?
Ask permission from Mrs. Norris and then sign out after you have received permission.
What is it called when you are paying attention to the speaker, nothing is in your hands, you have eye contact on the speaker?
This is called active listening.
3 part answer - What is the expectation when you come in the morning? In other words, how do you get ready?
Belongings on the coat rack spot, have a snack and put away after announcements and have materials needed to start the day (pencil, books, agenda etc)
It's indoor recess, what can I do during this time?
Board games/ draw etc. Absolutely no tech.
4 part answer (1 point each for right answer) What are the expectations during a fire drill?
Leave your desk, push in your chair, quietly line up and walk out as a class with the teacher.
3 part answer: End of day clean up in the classroom consists of what?
Stacking chairs, desk cleared off, floor is clean