Be Efficient
Be Engaged
Be Exemplary
Be Effective
Other Expectations
100

Where do I put my backpack during class?

Against the wall.

100

Will I still call on you even if you do not know the answer?

Yes, but I will help you find the answer if you do not know it.

100

Do I talk while the teacher is talking?

No. It's disrespectful.

100

What is the basic standard for this expectation?

Be responsible

100

If there is a visitor in the classroom, how should you act?

Keep working, stay silent, and/or continue talking with just our small groups.

200

What do I need to bring to class everyday?

Folder, notebook, homework, positive attitude

200

Are you allowed to call out?

No, unless you ask. 

200

Why should I be nice to everyone?

You never know what they could be going through outside of the classroom.

200

Are you allowed to get up without my permission?

No. You will call on us.

200

What is expected from makeup work?

Ms. Taylor will put it in the makeup work slot, and it will be our responsibility to pick it up. We have the same amount of days to complete it as we missed.
300

Which tardy do I start notifying your parents for?

3

300

What do I expect from you if someone in the room is talking or answering?

To track the speaker

300

Is it okay to disagree? Why?

Yes because everyone has the right to their own opinion.

300

If you make a mess, what should you do?

Clean up after ourselves. 

300

Yes, I allow food. But what are the expectations?

Silent snack. Only sharing at table. Must only be eaten no more than 10 minutes. Not while I am teaching.

400

Why would I ask you to put your phone on my desk?

If you ask us more than once to put our phone away.

400

What do I expect from group work?

For everyone to participate. Everyone has to do their role assigned. 

400

What four things will I absolutely not tolerate?

Swearing, teasing, bullying, and talking back.

400

What happens if I cheat on tests?

Cheating will result in a zero (0), parental contact, and a comment in PowerSchool.

400

How do you dismiss?

Wait for the teacher. turn in work. 

500

What is the correct order to enter the classroom?

Enter silently, turn in assignments, grab supplies, drop off backpack and phone, begin bell work

500

If I call on one person to answer, what may I do afterwards?

Call on another person to explain.

500

If I find out you are bullying someone, what will I do?

Immediately call the office and contact home.

500

How can I be a great HLMS student?

Follow the rules and policies. 

500

What are the requirements for spotify?

Must be clean, non-explicit, and classroom/kid friendly. I will play kidzbop if no one submits clean music.