1. 8th Grade Science Fremont Junior High
Code of Conduct
8th Grade Science
Fremont Junior High

2. Show Respect
Everyone has the right to learn in a safe environment. The teacher has the right to teach and manage the classroom. Students have the right to ask and answer questions. Both teacher & student have the right to be treated with fairness & respect. 

3. To show respect you should…
BE ON TIME
Stay in assigned seat unless you have permission to move/ get up
Participate in lessons and class discussion
BE ON TASK
Give your best effort

4. Respect Looks & Sounds like…
Only one person speaks at a time
Raise your hand and wait to be called on
Do not call out
Student contributions to the class discussion are to enhance the understanding of the science topic being discussed and are not to cause a distraction or disrupt the learning process. 
Respect Looks & Sounds like…

5. Show respect when working with others
Use manners and show courtesy
Avoid put-downs
Work for the common good of the class
Topics and word choice must be appropriate for class
Tone of voice is appropriate, showing respect

6. Work Appropriately
The teacher will let you know if an assignment is to be done independently or with a partner(s):
When you are assigned to work alone, you may not talk to your neighbors during this time.                     
If you are working with a partner, the volume of your voice should be low enough so that only the people at your table can hear you.
If you can be heard at another table group or across the room... you are too loud.
When assigned to work with a partner, you must be talking about the assignment…not distracted with social issues.

7.  Respect the Classroom
Water bottles are encouraged, but must have a cap and be used appropriately.
No other drinks will be permitted.
Chew and dispose of gum responsibly.

8. Respect the Health of Others
Some students and teachers have allergies & asthma and are sensitive to fragrances.
Please use personal care products with scents after class when outside.
Do NOT spray or apply these kinds of products in the classroom as it causes major disruption to the classroom.

9. Follow Directions Follow verbal directions the first time given.
Read and follow directions on assignments and labs.
Use all materials and equipment as directed.
Follow all science safety guidelines.

10. Follow School Rules
All rules that are outlined in the district & school handbook apply in classroom regarding conduct, possessions, dress code, etc. Refer to those pages in your planner if you have any questions.

11. Consequences eye contact / non-verbal warning
informal student / teacher conference
relocation and/or isolation
parent contact
detention
office referral

12. I have read & understand the expectations for science class.
Student Signature: _____________________________ Date_____
Parent Signature: _____________________________ Date_____