Start and End of Class
The first thing you should do when you enter the room
Look at the board
First house rule
We work hard, problem solve, and always do our best
Where you write your name to get a pass
The pink box on the board
This large instrument is off limits
The piano
What to do when you get to your seat
Complete the Do Now following the directions given on the board (sometimes on iPads, sometimes on paper)
Second house rule
We respect each other and work to make our community safe and inviting for all
How to request a hall pass
Use a hand signal and wait to be called on to add your name to the board
List the off-limits areas
Instrument repair area, percussion section (including stairs), stage, teacher station
What to do at the end of class
Turn in work, clean up after yourself/tidy up, wait at your seat
What to do if you have a question
Raise your hand
Please do not walk up to the teacher or blurt out
Number of people allowed in the hallway at once
1
What you need to bring to class every day
Charged iPad
When you need to be in your seat by
Exactly at the start of class, not 1-2 minutes later
Third house rule
We are responsible and take care of the classroom space
Number of passes you get per class period
1
What to do with iPads during class
Examples of things that could get you on the VIP list
(Multiple correct answers)
Being gone for long periods of time, walking out, severe tardiness, etc...