Welcome!! TEACHER: MRS. REYNA ROOM: 2311

Stamp Sheet & Bell Ringers  Bell Ringers will be completed at the beginning of every class (3-5 minutes)  Stamp sheets will be returned every Monday and due every Friday  It will count as 1 assignment grade each week  Earn 2 stamps per day for a complete and correct answer=20 points per day  1 stamp per day for attempting the question=10 points per day  Please try and keep track of your sheet, lost points will result in a low grade. If you have the bell ringers to show, points can be given  Extra Stamp Sheets can be found in the absent folder

Groups and Group Roles  Groups will be randomly assigned every 2-3 weeks  If you need special accommodations to be able to see or hear better, please let me know before you leave today  Group roles will be assigned daily to involve all students to participate in group activities  Groups are a privilege and a great way to learn from your peers, failure to follow procedures will result in having to complete full activities on your own  Group roles will change depending on the activity, if you have any ideas for group roles please share them with me  Roles can include leader/manager, time keeper, writer, question-er, answer-er, presenter, etc.

Syllabus  Read through the syllabus  QUESTIONS??  Have your parents or guardians read the syllabus and sign before you return it BY WEDNESDAY  Answer the quiz questions and sign the paper to receive full credit  Bring in your composition notebook ASAP! It is critical that you have one to leave in class. If you cannot get one, please let me know before you leave today.

Cellphones  Some class activities will require a cell phone or other electronic device with internet access  Refer to the color on the board  RED=NO electronics, out of sight and silent  GREEN=GO ahead and use electronics appropriately  1 st warning-verbal warning  2 nd warning-teacher pick up  Refusal to give to teach will result in calling of administration immediately  If this is a daily habit, parents will be called and administration will be notified

Classroom Locations  Look around the room and become familiar with where everything is located  QUESTIONS?  Class pets-ideas??

Classroom Procedures  We will review them until they become routine  Entering Class/ First 5 minutes  You should immediately find your seat and begin your Bell Ringer before the bell rings.  Starters are meant to test your knowledge of the material, ­you should not speak to any classmates during this time. These are graded for completion.  Bathroom  You will all be issued three passes to last you nine weeks. Any leftover passes can be cashed in for extra credit at the end of the quarter.  No bathroom breaks the first or last 10 minutes as per student handbook  Procedure for class discussion  Raise your hand before speaking.  I will often call on students randomly, you are expected to try and answer. It is fine if you are not sure, just share your best guess.

Classroom Procedures cont.  Rewards and Consequences  Each day you start over in my class. Each day you are allowed one warning for minor misbehavior­­ talking during presentation, out of seat, etc. ­­and then the next consequence is detention. If the behavior continues, I will contact your parents and then administration. I prefer to handle things in house but ultimately it is your decision.  REWARDS­­ As a class, you have the chance to earn one major reward. You, as a class, will vote on the reward when that time comes.  Labs/Activities  You can work as a group but you must complete the role assigned to you.  Stay with your group at your assigned station. Do not leave your assigned area.  We will go over lab safety, but keep in mind to show respect towards all school property

Classroom Procedures cont.  General  Raise your hand before leaving your seat.  Stay on task during group work.  Homework assigned will be due at the beginning of class.  All forms of cheating result in an automatic zero.  Ask questions whenever you need help! Ultimately I am here to help you learn and grow as a student and I want to do my part to make you successful this year and your future years!!  Let’s have a great year!