Classroom Procedures

Entering the classroom Enter quietly Walk to your assigned seat Take a seat Take out your supplies Place your backpack on the floor next to your seat Begin the warm-up

Warm-Up Criteria Each warm-up is worth 5 points. In order to receive full points, you must copy the question and answer choices; and show ALL your work. The warm-up is an independent activity, so NO TALKING during the warm-up. Always TRY your best on the warm-up problems.

Tardy Procedures I expect you to be in your seat and working on your warm-up before the tardy bell rings. Three (3) tardies = automatic “U” in work-habits

Dismissal The teacher dismisses the class, not the bell. Teacher will dismiss the class by rows, checking for clean desks and floor area. Everyone in the row must be ready in order for the row to be dismissed. Use the EXIT door when dismissed.

Passes Passes will not be given during class. Take care of business during the five minute passing time or during lunch. Each student will receive ONE BATHROOM PASS per semester. If you choose not to use the pass, it can be redeemed for 10 extra points at the end of the semester.

Sharpening Sharpen pencils before class only. No pencil sharpener is available during class time. Bring your own covered sharpener. Sharpen pencils at your desk and not on the floor.

Absent Procedures When absent, it is YOUR responsibility to check with a classmate or with Ms. Cruz for assignments that you need to make-up. Always check the side board for activity sheets that must be glued into your notebook. Have an in class math buddy that you can contact regarding assignments when you are absent. Always check the JB website for announcements.

Homework Homework will be completed in your Interactive Notebook. All homework assignments must have a TITLE and a DATE. Homework will be checked everyday using the Homework Log for completion. Homework Points: –10 Completed all problems in the assignment. –05 Completed half of the assignment. –0 Did not complete the assignment. Homework will be corrected in class using RED INK only. Use corrected homework to study for quizzes, tests, and assessments.

Cornell Notes All information given to you goes on the right side. Questions go on the left side. Work on making/creating higher level thinking questions. Summary must be 2-3 sentences. In order to receive full credit for Cornell Notes, the questions and summary sections must be complete.

Classwork All classwork will be completed in your Interactive Notebook. All assignments must have a TITLE, a DATE, and be corrected in RED INK. All classwork must be corrected by a CLASSMATE and a score must be visible. Use corrected classwork to study for quizzes, tests, and assessments.

Talking Use indoor voices in the classroom. Remain silent while working independently. Only get out of your seat with permission. Students must always raise their hand, and wait quietly for Ms. Cruz to call on them before speaking out or leaving their seat.

Be Respectful! Stop whatever you are doing when you hear the PA system. No talking during announcements. Do not talk to visitors unless they are here to see you. Continue working quietly when Ms. Cruz is talking to a guest.

Inappropriate Behavior Coming in the classroom too loud Consequence Go out and re-enter the room

Inappropriate Behavior Trash on the floor Consequence Pick up all trash

Inappropriate Behavior Gum chewing Food in the classroom Beverages Consequences Immediately throw gum, food, or drink away.

Inappropriate Behavior No supplies Consequence Parent note home or phone call home.

Inappropriate Behavior Play – fighting Talkative Disruptive Consequence Phone call home, Lunch detention or Parent conference

Inappropriate Behavior Electronic devices (cell phones, ipods, mp3 players, etc.) Consequence WARNING DEVICE CONFISCATED, RETURNED AT THE END OF SCHOOL DAY GIVEN TO AN ADMINISTRATOR

I’m done, Now what? If you finish your work early or you have some “down" time, you are to update your table of contents or review your notes by adding color, highlighting, underlining, or boxing the important things. Always make sure you are ready for the next NOTEBOOK CHECK!

ALL classwork, homework, Cornell Notes, and warm-ups must be completed in PENCIL. ALL Problems of the Month must be typed.