Respect material, equipment and each other.

Raise your hand for permission to speak or leave your seat.

Use "indoor voice" when speaking in class.
Be on time.
One person talks at a time.

If you must take roll at least make it fun (e.g., "When I call your name, don't say
here". Instead respond by telling me your favorite Brittney Spear's song; your
favorite TV show; who you think will win the presidential election, etc., etc.)
"What we anticipate seldom occurs; what we least expect generally happens." -B.
Disraeli

Examples of Class Rules

1.

Come to class on time. Standing outside the door and rushing in after the bell has begun to ring will constitute a tardy. You
must be INSIDE the door when it begins ringing to be counted on time.
Remain in your assigned seat unless you have permission to get up . Throw scraps away at the
end of the period on your way out.
Talk only when permitted.Be aware of the situation since quiet talking is allowed in some situations
and speaking to the entire group without raising your hand may be allowed in others. I will remind
you once and expect compliance.
Use polite speech and body language. Unkind teasing and impolite behavior is unacceptable.
Do not cheat. Students caught cheating will receive a zero and a phone call home. Both the student
who shares his work for an independent assignment AND the person who copies it will suffer the same
consequences. I expect you to do your own work and to be sure no one can copy it.

A Classroom Management Plan I Recommend

I recommend the following plan because the rules cover every behavior that could
potentially interfere with the learning and enjoyment of your students, and the
consequences, when carried out correctly, teach valuable life lessons.
Its proven to work regardless of where you teach or who is in your classroom.
Rules:
1. Listen and follow directions.
2. Raise your hand before speaking or leaving your seat.
3. Keep your hands and feet to yourself.

4. Respect your classmates and your teacher.

Consequences:
1st time a rule is broken: Warning
2nd time a rule is broken: Time-Out
3rd time a rule is broken: Letter Home

If, after struggling to learn your students' names, you find yourself forgetting your own,
remember:

It's OK to not know everything! Instructors are human too, and they can make
mistakes just like anyone else.

Roll up your sleeves and dive in! Learning a large number of names and the faces
that go with those names is a tough assignment. Be willing to put extra effort into
this one.

Think positively! A good attitude will help anyone. Most of us can remember 5-6
names at a time. Keep reminding yourself that you CAN learn a few names at a
time, and work to build on this skill.

Be honest with your students! Let them know that you may have trouble
remembering who they are. Ask them to be patient. Most students will be happy
to help you learn if you are up front with them from the beginning.
Checklist For The First Day

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Am I energized to be enthusiastic about this class?

Is the classroom arranged properly for the day's activities?
Is my name, course title, and number on the chalkboard?
Do I have an ice-breaker planned?
Do I have a way to start leaming names?
Do I have a way to gather information on student backgrounds, interests,

expectations for the course, questions, concerns?

7. Is the syllabus complete and clear?
8. Have I outlined how students will be evaluated?
9. Do I have announcements of needed information ready?
10. Do I have a way of gathering student feedback?
11. When the class is over; will students want to come back? Will you want to come
back?
ALL STUDENTS MUST WEAR THE PRESCRIBED UNIFORM AND SCHOOL ID AT ALL TIMES:
1. BOYS:

Black pants/slacks (not maong, flared or baggy pants)

White polo shirt/shirt jack with the school logo on the left pocket

White plain undershirt

Black leather shoes & white socks

2. GIRLS:

Royal blue pleated skirt ( 2 inches) below the knee

White blouse with marine/sailor collar

Blue tie with the school logo in it

Black shoes (boys shoetype - not platformed shoes)

White socks (not knee-high/foot socks)

3. P.E. uniform should be worn during P.E. classes only

(Boys and Girls) White shirt with printed school name or plain white

Navy blue jogging pants

Rubber shoes (Slippers, mojo, clogs & sandals are not allowed except in very special cases)

4. Boys must have decent haircut. Skin-head type or spiked style is not allowed. Girls should keep hair
away from their faces. Dyed hair is not allowed.
5. Wearing jewelry or expensive watches is discouraged. No dangling earrings for girls. Wearing of
earrings among boys is strictly prohibited.
6. Cell Phones, Beepers, Electronic Devices
7. The use of cell phones, beepers and i-pods during the school day can be seen, by
many, to be a disruptive influence of the daily routine of the school, its students and,
teachers. Students are using cell phones and other electronic devices not only to
communicate, but to take pictures, which can be considered as an illegal activity. For
this reason, students are not permitted to have cell phones/beepers, MP3 player,
IPods or any other electronic devices in the classroom, or use them in the building
during the school day. A student who possesses cell phones and/or beepers, MP3

Players, IPods or any other electronic device will be told that these must be turned
off and not used during class time or in classrooms during the school day (7:45 a.m.
2:15 p.m.) for transmission or reception. For emergency situations to call their
parents, students may request to use a telephone at the main office. Teachers may
permit, by exception, i-pods in their classroom.
Students who do not adhere to this regulation will have their cell phone, beeper, MP3
Player, IPod or electronic device confiscated for up to 5 days.
8. The lending and copying of homework or assignments
Skipping Classes, School, Homeroom
Leaving School without Permission

Gambling
Any form of gambling is not permitted. Students failing to comply with this
regulation may receive one or more detentions and/or suspension and/or
community services. Students may be referred for counseling.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
The schools policy on drugs and alcohol is that possession, use, or selling of drugs
or drug paraphernalia, and alcohol in the school (on school property or school
sanctioned activities) is prohibited. The consequences of any such behavior by
students will be severe.
Weapons

Damaging of Individual or School Property and Stealing