Class Expectations.
The expectations, rules, procedures and consequences of my classroom are intended to keep the classroom environment safe, orderly, and productive. Please respect the rules so that we can maximize learning time together. The rules are not hard to follow, nor are any of them “out of the ordinary.” They are simply expected behaviours for Year 12 students in this classroom. If you have any questions about any of these rules, or why they are in place, you have the right to find out – please ask me as soon as possible. There should never be a rule that does not have a purpose! Thank you for your cooperation!
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
1. Respect yourself, the teacher & others
· Show respect for the teacher, yourself and others at all times.
· Respect others’ property. Respect yours.
· Respect yourself and the rest of us by always using appropriate language and use of salutations.
· Be a kind person.
2. Put forth your best effort at all times
· Always do your own best work.
· Put learning ahead of getting good marks.
· Put quality ahead of just getting it done.
3. Be prepared for class each day
· Come prepared with all materials necessary:
An organized class binder containing all necessary materials and handouts
Looseleaf paper, pens (blue or black), and pencils
A red or purple pen for grading in class or underlining important elements in note taking
Highlighters or sticky notes for emphasising important text.
A planner to help keep you organized - the most successful students are organised.
4. Follow directions when given
· When directions are given, do your best to follow them the first time. If you are confused or have questions, ask. I would rather have you stop class to clarify than be off task while everyone else is working.
5. Pay attention, participate and ask questions
· Engage in what is going on in the classroom. If you have a question, ask it! Otherwise, I might not know until the SAC that you didn’t understand something. There are no stupid questions (well there are some!) , and chances are, if you are wondering about it, someone else in the class is too. Be proactive about your learning and don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you feel most comfortable waiting until after class, that is okay, too, but do keep communication open between us.
6. Preserve a positive learning environment
· Student actions that interfere with teaching or learning in the classroom: you know the answer to this.
· Use class time to learn. Please do not spend your time grooming, sleeping, talking, writing notes, playing cards, skyping, buying plane tickets, listening to music, text-messaging friends, or doing work for other classes.
· Minimise classroom interruptions by arriving to class on time and not leaving the classroom during the session.
7. Take responsibility for your actions
· If you are confronted about a rule infraction, own up to it. Don’t deny it, lie about it, or blame someone else.
· Take responsibility for missed assignments/work.
CLASS RULES
1. Turn off mobile phones & electronic devices
· Electronic devices are NOT permitted in my classroom.
· Mobile Phones should be turned off and invisible during the class period. If I see or hear your phone it will be taken away and given to a House Leader.
2. No food or drink, except water.
· You may drink bottled of water in the classroom. If a spill occurs, please clean it up immediately and inform the teacher.
· No other food or beverage is permitted without a doctor’s note.
3. Arrive to class on time & be ready to learn
· When the bell rings, you need to be sitting in your seat.
· If there is a warm up activity, begin it as soon as you are seated.
· Be “physically” and “mentally” present in the classroom
4. Never line up at the door before dismissal
· Please remain in your seat until I have dismissed you. Never line up at the door before dismissal. Remember, I dismiss you, not the bell.
5. Do not cheat, plagiarise, or copy work
· Cheating is completely unacceptable. If I see you cheating on any assignment… even for another class… I will give you a zero and report the incident to the other teacher as well as your assistant principal and parents.
· Plagiarism (copying work from another source without giving proper credit) is completely unacceptable. If you plagiarise on any assignment you will earn a “0” on that assignment with no opportunity to re-do the work for credit.
6. Use polite and appropriate language
· Offensive, derogatory, and profane terms are not tolerated. In order to have a safe classroom environment where all students feel comfortable, no put downs, swear words, or slang words with demeaning connotations will be accepted. Remember, if you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say it at all!
7. Do your best work & turn it in on time
· Think about the following expectations when you are preparing an assignment that I will review:
* Write your full name on all assignments/SACS?Homework
* All work must be neatly presented and legible. If you print, capitalise properly (do not write using all capital letters).
* Emails to you about your work/SACS/Homework will also be sent to your parents.
8. Make an appointment and see Mr Sommers personally at least once per term.
CLASS EXPECTATIONS
1. Respect yourself, the teacher & others
· Show respect for the teacher, yourself and others at all times.
· Respect others’ property. Respect yours.
· Respect yourself and the rest of us by always using appropriate language and use of salutations.
· Be a kind person.
2. Put forth your best effort at all times
· Always do your own best work.
· Put learning ahead of getting good marks.
· Put quality ahead of just getting it done.
3. Be prepared for class each day
· Come prepared with all materials necessary:
An organized class binder containing all necessary materials and handouts
Looseleaf paper, pens (blue or black), and pencils
A red or purple pen for grading in class or underlining important elements in note taking
Highlighters or sticky notes for emphasising important text.
A planner to help keep you organized - the most successful students are organised.
4. Follow directions when given
· When directions are given, do your best to follow them the first time. If you are confused or have questions, ask. I would rather have you stop class to clarify than be off task while everyone else is working.
5. Pay attention, participate and ask questions
· Engage in what is going on in the classroom. If you have a question, ask it! Otherwise, I might not know until the SAC that you didn’t understand something. There are no stupid questions (well there are some!) , and chances are, if you are wondering about it, someone else in the class is too. Be proactive about your learning and don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you feel most comfortable waiting until after class, that is okay, too, but do keep communication open between us.
6. Preserve a positive learning environment
· Student actions that interfere with teaching or learning in the classroom: you know the answer to this.
· Use class time to learn. Please do not spend your time grooming, sleeping, talking, writing notes, playing cards, skyping, buying plane tickets, listening to music, text-messaging friends, or doing work for other classes.
· Minimise classroom interruptions by arriving to class on time and not leaving the classroom during the session.
7. Take responsibility for your actions
· If you are confronted about a rule infraction, own up to it. Don’t deny it, lie about it, or blame someone else.
· Take responsibility for missed assignments/work.
CLASS RULES
1. Turn off mobile phones & electronic devices
· Electronic devices are NOT permitted in my classroom.
· Mobile Phones should be turned off and invisible during the class period. If I see or hear your phone it will be taken away and given to a House Leader.
2. No food or drink, except water.
· You may drink bottled of water in the classroom. If a spill occurs, please clean it up immediately and inform the teacher.
· No other food or beverage is permitted without a doctor’s note.
3. Arrive to class on time & be ready to learn
· When the bell rings, you need to be sitting in your seat.
· If there is a warm up activity, begin it as soon as you are seated.
· Be “physically” and “mentally” present in the classroom
4. Never line up at the door before dismissal
· Please remain in your seat until I have dismissed you. Never line up at the door before dismissal. Remember, I dismiss you, not the bell.
5. Do not cheat, plagiarise, or copy work
· Cheating is completely unacceptable. If I see you cheating on any assignment… even for another class… I will give you a zero and report the incident to the other teacher as well as your assistant principal and parents.
· Plagiarism (copying work from another source without giving proper credit) is completely unacceptable. If you plagiarise on any assignment you will earn a “0” on that assignment with no opportunity to re-do the work for credit.
6. Use polite and appropriate language
· Offensive, derogatory, and profane terms are not tolerated. In order to have a safe classroom environment where all students feel comfortable, no put downs, swear words, or slang words with demeaning connotations will be accepted. Remember, if you don’t have something nice to say, don’t say it at all!
7. Do your best work & turn it in on time
· Think about the following expectations when you are preparing an assignment that I will review:
* Write your full name on all assignments/SACS?Homework
* All work must be neatly presented and legible. If you print, capitalise properly (do not write using all capital letters).
* Emails to you about your work/SACS/Homework will also be sent to your parents.
8. Make an appointment and see Mr Sommers personally at least once per term.