I have a list of 13 rules that I have placed on a prominent wall in the classroom. Some of the rules include: 1. Respect one another; when others are speaking, listen quietly; 2. Raise your hand to speak or leave your seat; 3. No running or hitting or placing your hands on one another; 5. Walk into the classroom quietly and copy down the agenda; 6. Bring notebooks, pens/pencils and paper each day; 7. No cursing or other inappropriate language in class.
I make these rules known to the students by where it is strategically placed and by making constant references to rules as needed during class.
Student Expectations: The Six P’s 1. Be Prompt: I will be in my assigned seat and started on the Warm-up when the tardy bell rings. No excuses! 2. Be Prepared: I will have all my supplies with me at all times, including my homework and a positive attitude! 3. Be Productive: I will ask for help when I don’t understand. Time is precious, so I won’t waste it! 4. Be Participating: I will actively contribute to all discussions and assignments inside/outside of the classroom! 5. Be Proficient: I will do my best at learning the Math Standards and not give up until I have mastered them! 6. Be Polite: I will respect everyone in our Math Family with my words and actions. No matter what!
These Are presented in my syllabus, I want/should have posters of them in my classroom so that i can refer to them constantly.
I have the following rules: Make choices that help you and others learn. Use instruments and materials with care. Speak, sign, and play only when asked. Immediately follow all directions. Consider others and be kind.
My expectation is for everyone to demonstrate Personal Responsibility in Daily Expectations.
I have the rules and expectations posted on the side and front side of the room. I remind the students as needed.
I have simple rules that I tell my students if we can all follow, then we will get along, and learning should be able to happen. Rules are as simple as no candy and gum, to being respectful to others, I break down each rule over and over through out the first week of school, and revisit them when ever I feel things are getting out of hand, or when a few try stray away from these rules. I would say it does work, since I seldom have any behavior issues or bullying issues. Students know homework is expected to be done,and I will say for the most part it gets done. There's always a few that don't try, but most students know how homework impacts their grades, they know phone calls will be sent home.
At the beginning of the year, I dedicated a great deal of time to creating the rules and reviewing them with the students. I tried to keep the rules as basic as possible and as pertinent to the students and their needs. Rules include... Stay In Your Seat Respect Yourself and Others Listen to Teachers the First Time They Speak to You Complete Classwork, Homework and Assignments Participate No Whining!
I find that by keeping the rules simple and keeping all other rules under these larger groups students are better able to understand what is expected to them. For better or for worse, I decided to keep rules like no candy, throw trash in bin and raise your hand under subcategories that fall under the bigger rules.
I have 3 library rules posted at the entrance, on the website, and in my brochures: (1) Respect the library resources, staff, and patrons (2) Consume food and drinks outside the library (3) Clean up after yourself. I framed each rule in the "positive." The rule that gets broken most often is students drinking and chewing gum inside the library. I give reminders to each class that visits the library about the rules.
Three expectations I have for my students are... 1. Be on time 2. Try Your Best 3. Be Respectful
In the beginning of the year I establish those norms through discussion, getting to know each other activities, and reflection. Through out the year, we revisit these expectations with quick writes and think alouds on the progress made. To emphasize being on time, students are held responsible to encourage each other to get to class on time.
I also have my classroom rules and expectations posted on my wall. Whenever I feel the students are forgetting the rules, we revisit them together as a class.
I have a "community norms" poster that I haven't been doign a great job of enforcing. The most consistent norm/expectation that I follow is the notebook: students know to take out their notebook and work on either a warm up or update their table of contents at the start of class.
Expectations: DRESS FOR P.E. I make like 30 phone calls home every 5 weeks. It's a huge hassle but effective (at least for a few weeks). I also single out the students who are not dressed, they have to sit separately from the rest of the students during roll call and lose 10points for the day. Sometimes I'll say something like, "If everyone dresses today you get free play" I only do this for 7th/8th boys (they're the ones that have trouble dressing) Then when the kids who don't dress come out there's all the Peer Pressure from the rest of the class to dress next time. Also, if we're doing something fun that day like playing with the giant ball, the kids who didn't dress have to sit against the wall and can't participate
At the beginning of the year, I touch on rules and procedures in a course information packet that I give to each student, one page of which is to be returned with parent and student signatures. The packet also includes student expectations:
• Be trustworthy • Be respectful • Be responsible • Follow classroom rules • Follow the school code of conduct • Bring all necessary school materials to class
In the first week, I go over the 4 classroom rules and 15 procedures. I give a test on them a week later. Here they are:
Class Rules 1. Follow directions. 2. Show respect for yourself and others. 3. Use appropriate school language. 4. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Procedures 1. Enter the classroom and sit in your assigned seat before the tardy bell rings. 2. If you need to sharpen a pencil, do so before the tardy bell rings. 3. Visit the bathroom on the way to or from class, not during class. 4. Unless the teacher says otherwise, class work is due by the end of the period; homework is due the next day that class meets. 5. Bring all necessary materials to class every day (paper, pencils, eraser, black- or blue-ink pens, etc.). 6. Pay attention at all times. 7. Stay on task. 8. To ask or answer a question, raise your hand and wait quietly to be called on. 9. Always ask permission before leaving your seat; remain seated until the teacher dismisses the class. 10. Write your full name, the date, and period in the upper right-hand corner of your paper. 11. Sit up straight in your chair with both feet on the floor. 12. Keep all noise to a minimum, and do not interrupt. 13. Treat your desk, books and other school property with care. 14. Demonstrate pride in your classroom by keeping it clean and maintaining order. 15. Always have a book to read in case you finish an assignment early.
As we near Christmas students are getting restless and less focused. I am consistent with the sticker rewards, which works most of the time. They get stickers for listening, being on task, finishing assignments, working in groups or pairs. If students are off task they don't get stickers. When grades are due I count the total amount of stickers each student has earned, one point per sticker, which will be their listening skill grade. For christmas, I will count the amount of sticker pads students have, 10 points for each full sticker pad, which will be their christmas bonus points. So .... constantly instant reward for positive behavior, etc.
My classroom expectations are fairly standard (as cited above in other classrooms), but one that especially emphasize is respect for their fellow classmates and, of course, the instructor. These expectations are conveyed at the onset of the year, and constantly and consistently reinforced every moment that is necessary. Given that my students are mostly 6th graders, a consistent enforcement is paramount in building the desired positive behaviors.
I post my rules and expectations in my classroom and explain them step by step during the first week of school. The students need to respect everyone in the classroom and try their best in class. The students can expect a phone call home if rules are not followed or they may receive a positive call home if rules are followed.
My rules and expectations are similar to Ms. Vega. We aligned our classes this year and provided each students with a handout titled: Classroom Procedures. It describes what we expect in terms of homework, parent signatures, tardy procedure, food, electronics, etc. Students glued this in their notebook.
In the classroom, students are expected to begin writing in their agenda and copy their homework without cueing or direction. They are reminded of this by a visual on the board everyday at the beginning of the period.
I have a list of rules posted on the door. Some of the rules include no eating in class or chewing gum, no cursing or using inappropriate language, and respecting one another when others are speaking. I expect my students to be on their seat when the bell rigs, put away any electronics, and begin warm-ups. I expect my students to listen when I'm giving directions and to participate in class activity. I remind them these expectations and rules in the beginning of the class. I also remind them about getting a "u" for class participation.
My students know that I hold them accountable to YOKA standards. They also know that I emphasize in one word, RESPECT. They know that we use academic or clean language. A simple word as "SHUT UP" is NOT acceptable.
Some expectations that I have of all my classes is that as soon as they come in to sit down in their assigned seats. They take out their homework and place it in the corner of their table and immediately start copying their new homework into their agenda. Students know these expectations because I went over them the first day of class, continue to repeat them, which have been made into routines. Part of the expectations that go along with these are to have all required materials (notebook, agenda, and pencils).
I really like the idea of the 5Ps. It seems like several teachers are using that model for setting student expectations. It's simple, catchy and covers all the bases. I hope that as we move towards developing a common set of expectations, that we can incorporate the 6 SWPIBS principles (respect, responsibility,appreciation of differences, honesty, safety, life-long learning) into YOKA's Vision and Mission. I think it something that we have lacked from the beginning, but can go a long way in developing a positive school culture.
The class expectations were given to students on the first day of school, with discussion done. The rules are periodically addressed in conjunction with social studies content. Class rules that are positively enjoined are to keep hands to oneself, stay in the seat assigned, be on time and come prepared. Students are reminded that not following the behaviors are being "uncooperative", and will be awarded a U on the report card. Certain students require frequent reminders, and the proximity of an adult to be followed. Displaying the connect ed screen on the projector and scheduling good phone calls home for good behavior helps with certain students who desire positive recognition.
Respect your classmates and your teacher (and yourself) Come to class prepared with your book and your homework. Check the website if you do not know whether or not something is due - never come to class telling me "I didn't know."
I have a list of 13 rules that I have placed on a prominent wall in the classroom. Some of the rules include: 1. Respect one another; when others are speaking, listen quietly; 2. Raise your hand to speak or leave your seat; 3. No running or hitting or placing your hands on one another; 5. Walk into the classroom quietly and copy down the agenda; 6. Bring notebooks, pens/pencils and paper each day; 7. No cursing or other inappropriate language in class.
ReplyDeleteI make these rules known to the students by where it is strategically placed and by making constant references to rules as needed during class.
Student Expectations: The Six P’s
ReplyDelete1. Be Prompt: I will be in my assigned seat and started on the Warm-up when the tardy bell rings. No excuses!
2. Be Prepared: I will have all my supplies with me at all times, including my homework and a positive attitude!
3. Be Productive: I will ask for help when I don’t understand. Time is precious, so I won’t waste it!
4. Be Participating: I will actively contribute to all discussions and assignments inside/outside of the classroom!
5. Be Proficient: I will do my best at learning the Math Standards and not give up until I have mastered them!
6. Be Polite: I will respect everyone in our Math Family with my words and actions. No matter what!
These Are presented in my syllabus, I want/should have posters of them in my classroom so that i can refer to them constantly.
~Jeraldy Vega
I have the following rules:
ReplyDeleteMake choices that help you and others learn.
Use instruments and materials with care.
Speak, sign, and play only when asked.
Immediately follow all directions.
Consider others and be kind.
My expectation is for everyone to demonstrate Personal Responsibility in Daily Expectations.
I have the rules and expectations posted on the side and front side of the room. I remind the students as needed.
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ReplyDeleteI have simple rules that I tell my students if we can all follow, then we will get along, and learning should be able to happen. Rules are as simple as no candy and gum, to being respectful to others, I break down each rule over and over through out the first week of school, and revisit them when ever I feel things are getting out of hand, or when a few try stray away from these rules. I would say it does work, since I seldom have any behavior issues or bullying issues. Students know homework is expected to be done,and I will say for the most part it gets done. There's always a few that don't try, but most students know how homework impacts their grades, they know phone calls will be sent home.
ReplyDeleteAt the beginning of the year, I dedicated a great deal of time to creating the rules and reviewing them with the students. I tried to keep the rules as basic as possible and as pertinent to the students and their needs. Rules include...
ReplyDeleteStay In Your Seat
Respect Yourself and Others
Listen to Teachers the First Time They Speak to You
Complete Classwork, Homework and Assignments
Participate
No Whining!
I find that by keeping the rules simple and keeping all other rules under these larger groups students are better able to understand what is expected to them. For better or for worse, I decided to keep rules like no candy, throw trash in bin and raise your hand under subcategories that fall under the bigger rules.
I have 3 library rules posted at the entrance, on the website, and in my brochures: (1) Respect the library resources, staff, and patrons (2) Consume food and drinks outside the library (3) Clean up after yourself. I framed each rule in the "positive." The rule that gets broken most often is students drinking and chewing gum inside the library. I give reminders to each class that visits the library about the rules.
ReplyDeleteThree expectations I have for my students are...
ReplyDelete1. Be on time
2. Try Your Best
3. Be Respectful
In the beginning of the year I establish those norms through discussion, getting to know each other activities, and reflection. Through out the year, we revisit these expectations with quick writes and think alouds on the progress made. To emphasize being on time, students are held responsible to encourage each other to get to class on time.
1. Enter the classroom ready to learn.
ReplyDelete2. Have Respect.
3. Be Honest.
4. Work safely at all times.
Modeling the expectations, referring back to the posted expectations when not met in class, and in one on one discussions with students.
Class Rules: The 5 P's
ReplyDeletePrompt |
Prepared |
Positive > BE
Productive |
Polite |
I also have my classroom rules and expectations posted on my wall. Whenever I feel the students are forgetting the rules, we revisit them together as a class.
ReplyDeleteI have a "community norms" poster that I haven't been doign a great job of enforcing. The most consistent norm/expectation that I follow is the notebook: students know to take out their notebook and work on either a warm up or update their table of contents at the start of class.
ReplyDeleteA few are:
ReplyDeleteAs class begins, take your seat and work on Warm-up/copy HW
No eating
Respect selves, others
I remind students of necessary rules before any new activity. Others are posted in the room.
Mr. B's 5 P's:
ReplyDeletePolite
Prompt
Productive
Prepared
Participate
Expectations: DRESS FOR P.E. I make like 30 phone calls home every 5 weeks. It's a huge hassle but effective (at least for a few weeks). I also single out the students who are not dressed, they have to sit separately from the rest of the students during roll call and lose 10points for the day. Sometimes I'll say something like, "If everyone dresses today you get free play" I only do this for 7th/8th boys (they're the ones that have trouble dressing) Then when the kids who don't dress come out there's all the Peer Pressure from the rest of the class to dress next time. Also, if we're doing something fun that day like playing with the giant ball, the kids who didn't dress have to sit against the wall and can't participate
ReplyDeleteAt the beginning of the year, I touch on rules and procedures in a course information packet that I give to each student, one page of which is to be returned with parent and student signatures. The packet also includes student expectations:
ReplyDelete• Be trustworthy
• Be respectful
• Be responsible
• Follow classroom rules
• Follow the school code of conduct
• Bring all necessary school materials
to class
In the first week, I go over the 4 classroom rules and 15 procedures. I give a test on them a week later. Here they are:
Class Rules
1. Follow directions.
2. Show respect for yourself and others.
3. Use appropriate school language.
4. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Procedures
1. Enter the classroom and sit in your assigned seat before the tardy bell rings.
2. If you need to sharpen a pencil, do so before the tardy bell rings.
3. Visit the bathroom on the way to or from class, not during class.
4. Unless the teacher says otherwise, class work is due by the end of the period; homework is due the next day that class meets.
5. Bring all necessary materials to class every day (paper, pencils, eraser, black- or blue-ink pens, etc.).
6. Pay attention at all times.
7. Stay on task.
8. To ask or answer a question, raise your hand and wait quietly to be called on.
9. Always ask permission before leaving your seat; remain seated until the teacher dismisses the class.
10. Write your full name, the date, and period in the upper right-hand corner of your paper.
11. Sit up straight in your chair with both feet on the floor.
12. Keep all noise to a minimum, and do not interrupt.
13. Treat your desk, books and other school property with care.
14. Demonstrate pride in your classroom by keeping it clean and maintaining order.
15. Always have a book to read in case you finish an assignment early.
As we near Christmas students are getting restless and less focused. I am consistent with the sticker rewards, which works most of the time. They get stickers for listening, being on task, finishing assignments, working in groups or pairs. If students are off task they don't get stickers. When grades are due I count the total amount of stickers each student has earned, one point per sticker, which will be their listening skill grade. For christmas, I will count the amount of sticker pads students have, 10 points for each full sticker pad, which will be their christmas bonus points. So .... constantly instant reward for positive behavior, etc.
ReplyDeleteMy classroom expectations are fairly standard (as cited above in other classrooms), but one that especially emphasize is respect for their fellow classmates and, of course, the instructor. These expectations are conveyed at the onset of the year, and constantly and consistently reinforced every moment that is necessary. Given that my students are mostly 6th graders, a consistent enforcement is paramount in building the desired positive behaviors.
ReplyDeleteI post my rules and expectations in my classroom and explain them step by step during the first week of school. The students need to respect everyone in the classroom and try their best in class. The students can expect a phone call home if rules are not followed or they may receive a positive call home if rules are followed.
ReplyDeleteMy rules and expectations are similar to Ms. Vega. We aligned our classes this year and provided each students with a handout titled: Classroom Procedures. It describes what we expect in terms of homework, parent signatures, tardy procedure, food, electronics, etc. Students glued this in their notebook.
ReplyDeleteIn the classroom, students are expected to begin writing in their agenda and copy their homework without cueing or direction. They are reminded of this by a visual on the board everyday at the beginning of the period.
ReplyDeleteI have a list of rules posted on the door. Some of the rules include no eating in class or chewing gum, no cursing or using inappropriate language, and respecting one another when others are speaking. I expect my students to be on their seat when the bell rigs, put away any electronics, and begin warm-ups. I expect my students to listen when I'm giving directions and to participate in class activity.
ReplyDeleteI remind them these expectations and rules in the beginning of the class. I also remind them about getting a "u" for class participation.
My students know that I hold them accountable to YOKA standards. They also know that I emphasize in one word, RESPECT. They know that we use academic or clean language. A simple word as "SHUT UP" is NOT acceptable.
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ReplyDeleteFour P's
ReplyDeletePrompt
Prepared
Polite
Productive
All my class rules are on the parent letter I pass out at the beginning of the year.
Some expectations that I have of all my classes is that as soon as they come in to sit down in their assigned seats. They take out their homework and place it in the corner of their table and immediately start copying their new homework into their agenda. Students know these expectations because I went over them the first day of class, continue to repeat them, which have been made into routines. Part of the expectations that go along with these are to have all required materials (notebook, agenda, and pencils).
ReplyDeleteI really like the idea of the 5Ps. It seems like several teachers are using that model for setting student expectations. It's simple, catchy and covers all the bases. I hope that as we move towards developing a common set of expectations, that we can incorporate the 6 SWPIBS principles (respect, responsibility,appreciation of differences, honesty, safety, life-long learning) into YOKA's Vision and Mission. I think it something that we have lacked from the beginning, but can go a long way in developing a positive school culture.
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ReplyDeleteThe class expectations were given to students on the first day of school, with discussion done. The rules are periodically addressed in conjunction with social studies content. Class rules that are positively enjoined are to keep hands to oneself, stay in the seat assigned, be on time and come prepared. Students are reminded that not following the behaviors are being "uncooperative", and will be awarded a U on the report card. Certain students require frequent reminders, and the proximity of an adult to be followed. Displaying the connect ed screen on the projector and scheduling good phone calls home for good behavior helps with certain students who desire positive recognition.
ReplyDeleteRespect your classmates and your teacher (and yourself)
ReplyDeleteCome to class prepared with your book and your homework.
Check the website if you do not know whether or not something is due - never come to class telling me "I didn't know."
Students are encoutange to be prepared to learn that means to have books and writing materials to engage in learning
ReplyDeleteBe on time
ReplyDeleteRespect others
Be ready to learn when the bell rings
Bring materials
No electronics
Keep hands to yourself
If students are not meeting expectations, I am always constantly walking around and remind them of that the rules are.