CLASSROOM RULES“THE 5 P’S”

“I follow three rules: Do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care.”

--Lou Holtz (former American football coach)

PROMPT

Be on time.

Enter the classroom quietly.

Check in.

Go directly to your seat.

PREPARED Bring your netbook fully-charged every

day.

Complete your homework every night.

Bring needed materials.

Get enough sleep.

PRODUCTIVE Stay on task

Follow Directions

Stay seated at your desk

Keep visiting to a minimum

I will announce Conversational Opportunities two or three times a day so that you can chat with your friends.

POLITE Be nice (or neutral) to everyone.

Respect yourself and others. Use respectful language.

Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

Raise your hand before talking during a lesson.

PATIENT Wait for your turn.

Stay behind the person in front of you when in line.

Listen and stay seated when someone is talking.

Excuse others when they make mistakes.

The 5 P’s Prompt Prepared Productive Polite Patient