Rules
Who do I need to be kind and respectful towards?
(Hint: There are 3 answers. You must get all three.)
Myself, My teacher (and other staff), and My Classmates
What supplies should you have for my class?
2 Folders and a Notebook
What should you do when the fire alarm goes off?
A. Run out of the room because the school might be on fire...
B. Hide under the table
C. Scream
D. Push in your chair and line up at the front of the room
D. Push in your chair and line up at the front of the room
My name is...
Ms. Taylor
The P in P.R.I.D.E. stands fo
Preparedness
When should you turn in your work?
When it is due (not late)
When is it okay to sharpen your pencil in English class?
The first 10 minutes of class (unless it's a real emergency)
If we are having a tornado drill, you should...
File out into the hallway and put your hands over your neck.
What grade did I teach for four years?
Fourth grade
The R in P.R.I.D.E stands for...
Respect
What should always be on all your assignments?
Your name (first and last)
Which bookcase can you (students) read books from?
The bookcase in the back left of the room.
During an earthquake drill, you should...
Duck under your desk and grab hold of the table legs
What college did I go to?
VCU
The I in Pride stands for...
Integrity
What does it mean to plagiarize on your assignments?
To copy information from a source (internet, book, research) without citing it (saying where you got it)
What supplies of Ms. Taylor's can you not borrow?
My Expo markers, poster markers, books of the small bookshelf, decorations, or anything from my desk.
Where will we be lining up during a fire drill?
Bus loop
What sport do I think has a silly name?
Pickleball
D stands for...
Determination
Name all 6 of our class rules.
1. Be kind and respectful
2. Turn in Work on Time
3. Always put your name on your work
4. Do not plagiarize or cheat.
5. Keep the room clean.
6. No talking when someone else is talking.
Do you need to ask every time you need a tissue?
No. Raise your hand and ask the first time during a class period. Then, you may just come back and take them as needed.
During an intruder drill, where will you hide?
Either behind Ms. Taylor's desk, behind the bean bag chair, or behind a gently flipped table.
What did I have to do to be able to teach middle school?
Pass a difficult test (I already had my degrees and teaching license)
E in P.R.I.D.E. stands for...
Empowerment