Welcome to Ms. Smith’s 6th Grade Class!

Classroom Rules

1. Think positively.2. Work quietly. Do not disturb others.3. Listen to the teacher and others.4. Follow directions.5. Show respect to the teacher, classmates,

other people, and property.

Consequences

1. Warning!!

2. Silent Lunch.

3. Phone Call/Letter Home

4. Office Referral

Rewards

1. Marbles

2. Candy Jar

3. Special Celebrations

4. The Joy of Learning

Class Expectations

What I expect from you• To try your best EVERYDAY

at EVERYTHING you do in this room!!

• To turn in all assignments.• To follow my rules and

regulations.• To respect everyone in this

room.

What you can expect from me

• To be fair.• To be consistent• To be honest.• To work with you to help

you .• To motivate you.• To listen and be there for

you.

School Procedures

The hallways and restrooms are silent at all times to respect other classes. This is a school rule. As a class, we will be honoring this rule.

Dress Code Reminders

• Boys! Shirt tails in—Pants pulled up with a belt.• No skulls on clothing, jewelry, etc.• Girls! Skirts/shorts must be finger tip length.• Girls! No spaghetti strap tank tops or low cut tops.• Flip Flops and sandals with rubber soles only!• Small purses are allowed (No Large Tote Bags)• Clear or mesh book bags only.Water bottles are allowed but they must be clear, not

tinted or colored. They can be filled with water, nothing may be added.

Class Jobs

• AR Helper- (1) Weekly updates the AR chart.• Teacher Assistant- (2) This student will help the

teacher at anytime. Their responsibilities may include: stapling papers, watching the class while the teacher is out of the room, and filling any for jobs when someone is absent

• Bathroom Monitors-(2) These students are responsible for monitoring behavior in the bathroom and reporting any problems to the teacher.

Class Jobs Cont.

• Table Washers- (2) These students are responsible for washing the lunchroom tables everyday and the classroom tables on Fridays.

• Homeworkopoly Manager-(1) This student is responsible for making sure the HW board is correct and to facillate students rolling the dice and moving around the board.

• Paper Drop Manager-(1) This student collects VIP papers and makes sure that the list is updated and checked off.

Class Jobs Cont.

• Floor Sweeper- (1) This student is responsible for making sure the all trash is off the floor before lunch and before dismissal.

• Hall Monitor- (1) This student monitor student behavior in the hall using the Monitor Clipboard.

• Paper Passers- (2) These students are responsible for passing out all papers to students.

Class Procedures

Page Setup: 1. Full name and classroom number2. Date3. Subject/ assignment

*Papers that are turned in without the correct heading will lose points!!*

Class Procedures

• Sharpening Pencils: Pencils should be sharpened during the beginning of the day or during allotted time. They should never be sharpened during announcements or lessons while the teacher is talking.

Class Procedures

• Gum and Candy: No gum or candy is allowed during class unless given to students by the teacher as a reward. Gum and candy should be discarded before leaving the class.

Class Procedures

• Library Books: Students are expected to have a library book in class everyday. When students finish their work early they are expected to read out of their library book. If you don’t have a library book, use the class library.

Class Library1. Please do not abuse my books!! If I find that you are abusing books or

taking them from this classroom without my permission you will lose the right to check out books.

2. All persons checking out a book must sign the clipboard hanging on the bookcase and get my initials.

3. All persons returning a book must sign the clipboard hanging on the bookcase and get my initials.

4. The only time I will initial the clipboard is during bell ringer and pack up time.

5. The Library Assistant is responsible for making sure all books have been turned in and placed in the correct section.

Remember, the class library is a privilege not a right. Please treat it respectfully.

DEAR

Drop Everything And ReadWe will be participating in DEAR!!

Everyone is to be reading some type of literature (books, magazines, reference books)

There will be complete silence during DEAR time or you will receive a consequence.

Classroom Procedures(Homeroom Only)

• Coats and Book bags: All book bags and outdoor (heavy) coats and jackets, are to be left in their assigned cabinet.

• Lightweight jackets or sweaters may be worn if the student is cold in the classroom.

Class Procedures

Entering the classroom1. Enter the room quietly.2. Place all materials needed in the basket under

your assigned seat.3. Turn in any assignments in the designated area.4. Begin Bell Ringer Assignment5. When finished, sit quietly read library book.

Class ProceduresClass Dismissal: • 1. The teacher dismisses students- not the bell or clock.• 2. Students are not dismissed until their area is organized and

quiet.• 3. All paper should be cleaned from the desks and floor.• 4. Homework must be written in HW planner and have MY

initials before you leave.

Class Procedures

1. V.I.P- Very Important Papers2. Friday Folders3. Absent work4. Computer Programs5. Chain of Good Behavior/Marbles6. Homework

HOMEWORKOPOLY

HOW DO I GET A TURN?:• You must turn in your reading log on the

due date.• Reading log must be filled out correctly

with the title and author of the book you are reading. Along with a summary, parent signature and number of pages read.

• You must have the correct number of reading logs assigned. If you are missing even one, you LOSE A TURN!

HOW TO PLAY:• Turn in your reading log in the

designated area.• Roll the dice and move your clothespin

around the board. ONE TURN PER ASSIGNMENT!!

• Good luck!! Be honest!! No CHEATING!!

SPECIAL SPACES:There are four special spaces on our

Homeworkopoly Board.

• CHANCE: Pull one card from the chance envelope and follow the directions listed on the card.

• COMMUNITY CHEST: Pull one card for the C. Chest envelope and follow the instructions listed on the card.

• Brain Buster: Pull one card from the Brain Buster envelope. A correct answer earns you up to 5 extra credit points on the quiz of your choice.

• GO: Pass go and earn 1 free HW pass. (Cannot be used towards projects or test corrections.)

Class Procedures

• Keep your desk neat!!- In order to be a successful student, you must be organized!

• Announcements- NO TALKING DURING ANNOUNCEMENTS!!

• Turning in work—Bins are labeled with your group number and the assignment. Place your assignment in the correct bin.

• Tardy- Come into the room quietly, place your tardy slip in the pink Notes Bin and ask your neighbor what you need to do.

Hand Signals

• 1 finger- To make a comment.• 2 fingers—Ask a question• 3 fingers—Bathroom/Water

***Wait to be recognized before speaking or leaving the room.***

Give Me FIVE

When I call for Give Me Five, you• Stop what you are doing• Eyes on the Teacher• Hands Are Empty• Mouths Are Quiet• Raise hand in the air.

Our ClassOur classroom is like our school family. We will treat

each other with respect. I want you to come to me anytime you have a problem. You are each important to me. We will be kind to each other and stick up for each other if someone bullies us.

Our classroom WILL be a fun and exciting place to be.

This is a

~Risk Taking…*Mistake Making….Classroom!!!!!

The End

I know this is going to be a great school year!K. Smith