Class Rules
I. Take responsibility for your own learning.
1. Every student will treat the other students with respect, will do their best, will do what is right, and will establish sound goals and work habits.
2. Come to class on time, dressed appropriately, with all necessary materials. 3. Listen attentively during lectures, projects, and discussions. 4. Complete assignments on time and be prepared to take tests on scheduled dates. 5. Participate in class discussions. |
II. Respect the rights and needs of others.
1. Students will act like ladies and gentlemen at all times.
2. Respect yourself and come to class abiding by the dress code. 3. Respect others by avoiding derogatory statements; use appropriate language at all times. 4. Refrain from insulting other students. This will not be tolerated and may result in the issuance of a progress report, or a more severe deterrent. 5. Prevent interrupting the speaker by confining conversations to appropriate times and forms. 6. Turn off cell phones when we are not using them. They may be confiscated if heard or seen. 7. Contribute your share of effort to group work. |
III. Demonstrate proper classroom etiquette.
1. Be on time and bring your tools (notebook, pen or pencil, laptop/tablet,...). Each student is allowed 5 tardies per semester without consequence. The sixth tardy will result in a detention.
2. Enter quietly if you arrive late. Place your pass on the desk, go quietly to your seat and, if necessary, quietly ask someone sitting near you to point out what the class is doing. 3. Sit in your regular seat. You may choose your seat on the first day of class. Do so in light of any particular needs you may have (e.g., due to a learning or physical disability). Periodically throughout the year, the teacher may change the seating arrangement as appropriate to improve the learning environment. 4. You may submit a written request for a different seat any time during the year. |
IV. Use computers for coursework only.
1. Unless instructed otherwise, you may use computers for in-class assignments, but not for note taking. 2. No student will be allowed to use another student’s laptop unless specifically instructed to do so. 3. Resist the temptation to play games, read and write email, surf the web, or engage in any activity other than the assigned task. This will result in the temporary confiscation of your device. |
V. Treat all property with respect.
1. Ensure that school furniture and facilities are not abused. 2. Use other students' materials and equipment only as expressly permitted. 3. Clear the area around your desk before you leave. |
Successful habits for this class and in life