STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

 

As an instructor, I pride myself on an efficient and smooth running classroom. To achieve this I have established a few simple procedures. As a student, it is your responsibility to learn and perform these procedures. Through these procedures, I promise to you a more organized and effective learning experience. Here are some basic procedures:

 

Entering the Classroom: You are to enter the classroom without screaming, running or otherwise causing a ruckus. Students who do not do this will be asked to leave the room and reenter as expected. It is expected that as soon as you enter you first go to the center table and pickup any handouts or hand in homework in the appropriate tray. You should then get anything you need around the room (grade check, pencil sharpening, tissue, etc.). Once seated, check the front screen for the day's bell work. You should also check the side chalkboard for the day's assignment (write it down so you don't forget). You can also use this time to briefly speak with me or make an appointment to make-up a test or get extra help.

 

Bell Work: Everyday will begin with bell work. You will find the bell work on the front screen. Bell work should be started before the bell rings. Most bell work will involve specific instructions for preparing for a daily quiz. Other times the bell work may be to answer a question or fill out a form. Bell work is required.

 

Picking up Handouts: Any handouts that you will need on a given day will be found in the tray marked "Please Take One". If the tray or sign isn't there, you don't need to pick up anything, just begin the day's bell work. If you arrive late and picking up the handouts will cause a distraction, sign-in, go to your seat, and raise your hand when it is appropriate to do so.

 

Extra Handouts: If you need a handout, because you were absent or just lost your first one, go to the box labeled "Extra Handouts". Do not ask me for handouts, go straight to the box.

 

Handing In Assignments: If there is an assignment that you need to hand in, place it in the tray marked "Please Deposit Homework Here". If the tray or sign isn't there, keep the assignment and begin the day's bell work. If you arrive late and handing in the homework will cause a distraction, sign-in, go to your seat, and raise your hand when it is appropriate to do so.

 

Coming to Attention: When I need to quiet the class, I will raise my hand. When you see this you are expected to stop your conversation and look at me. This is only complete when everyone’s attention is focus on me and the class is quiet.

 

Using the Bathroom: The bathroom may only be used in emergencies. Do not ask to use the washroom or go to your locker before class begins; just go before you get to class. Anyone late for any reason is late.

 

Exiting the Classroom: The bell does not dismiss the class, I do. Do not pack up until I dismiss the class. Do not leave your seats until I dismiss the class. "People who pack fast shall leave last."

 

Arriving Late: When you enter the room late (with or without a pass) you need not disturb the class. Simply note the date you are tardy next to your name on the clipboard by the door and include a note if you have one. If you must speak with me, sign-in, go to your seat, and raise your hand when it is appropriate to do so.

 

Absences: On the day you return from an absence you should arrive early to class. The first thing to do is check the “Class Log” on the bulletin board. The log will likely answer any questions regarding "what we did" when you were gone. If there are any questions beyond the log, speak with me before class begins, after class, or during office hours.

 

Make-Up Quizzes: If you are absent for a quiz (not the day before a quiz) you will have to arrange for a make-up quiz. Make these appointments before class begins, after class, or during office hours. A missed make-up appointment without notice will result in a zero.

 

NOTE: Procedures may be changed or added by the instructor. All procedures will be reviewed as a class.

 

 

A key to being successful in this class is to establish productive habits. The procedures in place are designed to provide routines that promote learning and engagement.