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MRS. MCMURREY’S
BEGINNING OF CLASS
Enter the classroom quietly and in an orderly
fashion.
Sit in your assigned seat, the one given by the
teacher.
Take out the proper supplies (paper and pen for
warm ups or paint and markers for a project,
whatever the case may be)
Begin warm ups, whether they be written, vocal or
physical….you must be working when the bell rings.
TARDINESS
If you are not in your assigned seat when the bell
rings, you are tardy.
After being processed for the tardy in the library,
walk quickly back to class. Be seated and begin
Warm-Up.
FIRST 5 MINUTES
First 5 minutes of class = QUIET TIME
Write assignments in your planner.
Complete the warm-up.
When you finish the warm-up, read independently.
During this time ONLY, you may leave your seat to
use the pencil sharpener or ask permission to leave
the room.
PENCIL SHARPENER
You may use the electric pencil sharpener at two
specific times:
• During the FIRST 5 MINUTES of class
• During the 5 MINUTE BREAK
• During independent time
THEATRE WARM-UPS
You will need a spiral/ composition book or section in your binder/folder to keep
your warm ups in.
Check the board for written instructions or a prompt, then follow those instructions.
Written warm ups will be checked weekly. These will be graded by volume not
content. After all, how can your thoughts and opinions be wrong!? Unless otherwise
specified, 10 lines equals full credit for the day, 5-9 lines is 50% and 0-4 lines is a
zero.
Physical or vocal warm ups will be participation grades. If you are not participating,
your grade will reflect. Come on, they’re fun...you might as well get that 100!
You should be respectful of those around you and stay quiet during written warm
ups.
ELAR WARM UPSYou will complete a Warm-Up every day.
• In addition, you will copy each day’s agenda in your student planner.
• There may be planner checks on Friday
It is your responsibility to bring your student planner and an AR book EVERY DAY.
Complete Warm-Ups quietly and then wait for instruction to begin. Use any extra time to read your AR book.
GOING TO THE RESTROOM
You have more than enough time in between classes to use
the restroom and I can’t imagine wanting to miss a second of
my class….however, I do understand that when you gotta go,
you gotta go.
Please do not ask during a lesson, performance, or task. Wait
for a break then ask me.
Ask permission first. Then, fill out the orange hall pass with
the time and destination. Get back to class as soon as possible.
IF YOU FORGOT SUPPLIES
Ex: You do not have a pencil/paper• Address the issue within the first 5 minutes!• Borrow supplies from a classmate. • Use my classroom supplies on the bookshelf.• Ask the classroom aide.• If you do this frequently, you will get a reputation.
ASSISTANCE
Do not talk or get out of your seat while I
am instructing or making announcements.
If you have questions or need assistance,
please wait to raise your hand until after I
have finished instructing.
GROUP WORK
When working in groups or pairs:• Talk to group members only• Stay on topic!• Talk in low “inside voice”• Raise your hand for help
CLASS DISCUSSION
If you have something to share, quietly raise your hand and
wait to be called on.
State your answer or opinion loud enough for everyone to hear.
There is no reason to make any comments other than your
answer.
Answer when given permission to do so.
Refrain from interrupting others who are answering a
question.
TURNING IN WORK
Check to make sure your NAME and
HEADING are on your paper.
Papers will be turned in to the basket
at the front of the room unless I
instruct you otherwise.
MAKE UP WORK
Students are responsible for requesting make up work.
Talk to me during first 5 minutes of class.
Work must be turned in a timely fashion. School rule- absent
1 day, you have 1 day to make it up. If you know an assignment
is due during your absence, it is due as soon as you return.
Please write “absent” on the top of your work so that it is not
counted late.
LATE WORK
School Policy: • 1 day late= 80% of the earned grade• 2days late= 60% of the earned grade• 3 days late=40% of the earned grade• 4+ days late= 0
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
1. Be on time. (In your seat when the bell rings, working
on the warm up)
2. Bring all necessary supplies everyday
3. Listen to the teacher for daily instructions.
4. Be respectful – no talking while peers or teacher is
talking.
5. Follow the RMS Longhorn Pride expectations.
ADDITIONAL THEATRE EXPECTATIONS
6. Do not touch anything unless you have
permission.
7. Put all set pieces back where they belong.
8. No jumping off the stage.
9. No horseplay in the classroom or theatre or with
any set pieces.
THEATRE AUDIENCE EXPECTATIONS
1. Give the performers your full attention.
2. Clap when the scene is over.
3. Do not talk while there is a scene in progress. (This includes your
neighbors and the actors)
4. Do not laugh unless appropriate to the scene.
5. Respect those on stage.
6. Do not get up for any reason during a performance. Whatever it is can
wait till the performance is over.
(Failure to do all of the above will result in points off of your grade.
2pts.-practice and 5 pts. for test grade)
THEATRE PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
1. Be prepared.
2. Bring all necessary props/costumes.
3. Do not break character.
4. If you get stuck, keep going.
5. No gum chewing. (Will result in a 10 point loss to
your grade)
BONUS: Everyone gets 1 redo per performance with
no penalty.
DISCIPLINE PLAN
Consequences:
1st offense Warning
2nd offense Private conference
3rd offense Parent contact
4th offense Referral
Severe offense Immediate referral
Theatre: Offenses will also cause a reduction in the
student's Participation grade.
MOVING AROUND THE ROOM
Please remain in your seat when others are
speaking. Others include myself (giving a lesson,
or talking to the class), a speaker (giving a speech
or presentation) or a group (presenting a scene or
project).
When moving around the room, do so quietly and
safely.
THEATRE EXTRA CREDIT
Play Critique
Audition for a Play or Movie
Article/Announcement for upcoming performing arts even.
If you can think of a way to connect this class with the
outside world, let me know and we can make the assignment
happen!
(See Mrs. McMurrey or the Theatre Handbook for specific
instructions for Extra Credit Assignments.)
ANNOUNCEMENTS & VISITORS
When announcements are made become silent
immediately. Politely get others’ attention if needed.
These announcements are important, therefore teachers
and/or students must be able to hear.
Be respectful when a visitor enters the room. Keep
working in an orderly fashion and do not interrupt the
visitor’s conversation with myself or another student.
GETTING THE CLASSES’ ATTENTION
When you hear the quiet signal, get quiet as soon as possible.
Look around you for others that may be talking/ working and
get their attention in a polite manner.
Remain quiet and still and look at the teacher for further
instructions. These instruction may include such things as
directions for the assignment, school announcements, or even
an emergency drill It is for your success and safety that you
follow this procedure in a timely fashion.
THEATRE: MOVING TO DIFFERENT LOCATIONS
Theatre Arts classes have the opportunity and privilege
of working outside the classroom. Different locations may
include but are not limited to: The Amphitheater,
hallways, commons, other classrooms, or outside.
When walking in the hallways, remain quiet so as not to
disturb other classes. Walk on the right side of the hall.
LONGHORN PRIDE AWARDS!
You can EARN Longhorn Pride Awards
for various reasons. Examples include:• Following Rules (1)• Participating in class (1)• Celebrating your birthday (2)• Reading extra AR Points (1+) (per each set of 5 pts over AR goal)
LONGHORN PRIDE AWARDS!
LHPs must be given and signed by me in order to be
redeemed by me.
3 = Choose a piece of candy
3 = Leave class two minutes early!
10 = Add 5 points on a test/performance
(only once per 9-week grading period)
DISMISSAL FROM CLASS
The teacher dismisses you, not the bell.
You will NOT be dismissed until the room is CLEAN and
you are SEATED. This means ALL the trash is picked up
and materials are all returned to their proper location.
If you are tardy to your next class, it is your
responsibility unless you are given a note by the teacher.
