Classroom Routines
What is the first thing you should do when entering the classroom in the morning?
Unpack and read the board
You accidentally made a mess. What do you do?
Clean it up!
100 points for each of Dr. Hammond and Mr. Bray's expectations! Hint: Be...
Kind, respectful, responsible, positive, and safe!
When you arrive to the classroom, Ms. Buffa's not there yet. What do you do?
Wait outside quietly!
What is Ms. Buffa's dream job?
Teaching! I love it here. :)
What is your end-of-day exit ticket?
A filled out planner and something off the floor
You finish an activity before everyone else and Ms. Buffa didn't say what to do when done. What do you do?
Ask Ms. Buffa or read!
What will an adult do at the 5/6 Center if they need quiet? What should you do in return?
Adults will put their hands up to signal that they need quiet. You should also put your hands up and stop talking at the end of your sentence.
You forgot your IR book at home. What do you do?
Ask Ms. Buffa if you can borrow one from the class or house library.
How many siblings does Ms. Buffa have?
3!
Check in with Ms. Buffa during morning meeting or core the next day!
You notice your friend is not on task. What do you do?
Politely remind them!
What do you need to do to go to the library?
During morning meeting time (8:20-8:40) you can ask Ms. Buffa to go with the pass on the backboard. Two people can go at a time.
You arrive to school and realize your iPad didn't charge last night. What should you do?
Plug it in at the charging station immediately! We will not need iPads during morning meeting or math.
What's Ms. Buffa's favorite book genre?
Mostly dystopian. But, recently? Historical fiction... Although I read everything!
What's an example of something you should do during quiet time? What's something you shouldn't do?
Multiple answers :)
When working independently, you want to show your friend something. What should you do?
Raise your hand to ask!
What should it look and sound like when our class walks in the hallway?
Whisper volume, walking with our class, staying on the right side and moving out of the way when people walk by.
You need help with something, but Ms. Buffa is working with another student. What do you?
Wait your turn! If you're scared to forget your question, write it down on a sticky note!
Shape shifting!
What materials should you have in your book bin everyday to make sure you're prepared?
(Ms. Buffa thought of FOUR essentials not including notebooks and folders.)
Expo marker, pencil, headphones, IR book.
Other answers may be accepted!
You didn't hear Ms. Buffa explaining the directions. What do you do?
Look at your classmates to see what they're doing. If you're still confused, ask a friend quietly.
What should we look and sound like in the cafeteria?
Seated unless throwing something out. NOT YELLING!
You have a question or concern about something in class and you're scared to say it outloud. What are some ways you can talk to Ms. Buffa without drawing attention?
- Leave a sticky note on her desk.
- Email her.
- Ask to talk in the hallway.
What is Ms. Buffa's coffee order?
Black coffee! (Sometimes iced, sometimes hot!)