Be Respectful
Be Caring
Be Responsible
Be a Learner
100

Mrs. Yerxa called on one of your classmates to respond to a question. What noise level are you using during this time?

Voice level 0 - you want to hear what your classmate has to share! (:

100

You notice that your classmate is looking a little down. You don't usually talk to this person, but you do sit next to each other during lesson time. What is one way you could show you care?

- Say good morning / hey / hello

- Ask them how they're doing

- Connect about something you both share (Percy Jackson, lunch choice, etc.)

100

What is one way you can help take care of our classroom?

- Water the flowers

- Pick up trash on the floor

- Clean your personal space

- Return chairs where they belong

- Push in your chair when you leave

- Return books properly

100

Name three materials you should always bring to ELA class. Hint: there are more than three total! Choose any!

What is:

- pencil

- laptop

- choice book

- warm up journal

- full water bottle

- binder / folder

200

Your teacher is working with one of your classmates, but you have a question. What do you do?

Wait patiently for the teacher to be available. You can always ask a friend for help while you wait!

200

During table talk you notice that somebody in your group has not had a turn to share. What do you do?

- Ask your classmate what they think

- Encourage your classmate by nodding while they speak 

200

Where can you find your agenda for class? TIP: the agenda is posted to help you make sure you are ready for class!

Our Classroom Screen / board

200

Where can you turn in finished work?

Your class period's in-bin, but only once you've put your name on your paper! (:

300

You are working in reading groups. One of your group members looks nervous about reading out loud, so they choose to only read one sentence before passing. What do you do?

Respect your classmate's choice and continue reading in your group's planned order.

300

Your classmate(s) just wrapped up a presentation. How can you show your support?

- Applauding their work appropriately

- Nodding while they speak

- Asking on-topic questions when they're done

300

You are not sure how to begin your independent or group work. What do you do next?

Ask a classmate and/or a teacher! (:

300

What are the four categories that your habits of work grade are based on? 

Be a respectful learner

Be a responsible learner

Be a collaborative learner

Be a self-directed learner