Peralta Elementary School 4 th GRADE WELCOME TO OUR CLASSROOM!!! Room 22 Mrs. Crislip

Peralta Elementary School

4th GRADE

WELCOME TO OUR CLASSROOM!!!

Room 22Room 22Mrs. CrislipMrs. Crislip

Who is this teacher as a person?

Ways To Contact Mrs. Crislip

Through the internet: www.mrscrislipsclassroom.weebly.com

My Email Address The best way to contact me is through email. My e-mail is: [email protected]

Through the school’s phone number:(951)222-7701

Discussion TopicsClassroom RulesConsequences for breaking the rules

Classroom ProceduresClassroom Economy

Our Classroom Rules1.) Work as a team2.) Be responsible3.) Listen to others4.) Be respectful to everyone5.) Be kind and helpful6.) Do your best always7.) Be safe8.) Be ready to learn9.) Adjust your voice level toSuit the activity

Positive Rewards for following rules Verbal praise

Bonuses (Classroom Economy)

Positive notes/e-mail home

Positive phone call home

Positive notice to the Principal

Extra computer time

Extra PE/Recess time

Special Privileges (TBD by teacher)

Consequences For Breaking

The Classroom Rules 1st • Rule reminder (class or individual)• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on infraction)• Verbal warning

2nd • Modification (e.g. change seat)• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on infraction)• Time away in another class

- 3rd • Parental Contact• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on infraction)• Recess taken away

- 4th • Office referral

What happens if I do not do my homework?

You will receive a ticket and will pay a fine (classroom economy). This means you will have less money available to purchase items from the class store/monthly auction.

Discussion Topics

Asking Questions

Classroom Guidelines

Mrs. Crislip what do I need to do if I have a question to ask?

Raise your hand and wait to be acknowledged. Once I call on you, ask your question. Wait until I respond to your question before you

begin to talk.

I want to hear your questions, but I canonly answer one question at a time.

Entering the room (Morning)

Please enter quietly, remain standing at your desk. We will say the Pledge of Allegiance Have a seat (backpack on back of chair) Take out your morning work notebook and a pencil Take out your completed homework. The

Homework Supervisor will check in homework and will pass out bonuses to those who completed their homework, and fines to those who did not.

Complete morning work assignment Copy the homework assignment(s) in your agenda. **Meteorologist and News Director will deliver

forecast and current events during this time**

Entering the room (All other times)

Please enter quietly Have a seat Continue working on assignment, or wait for

instruction from your teacher

Getting your attention/Quieting down

I will:

Raise my hand or use the music wand to get your attention. This means that everyone in the room must stop what they are doing immediately.

1st Clear your hands of any materials2nd Stay still3rd Look directly at me4th Be prepared to listen to what I have to say to

you I am trying to get your attention It will be my turn to speak to you

Using the bathroom/water fountain

When you need to use the bathroom, use the sign language symbol for ‘t’.

When you need to use the water fountain, use the sign language symbol for w.

YOU MUST WAIT until I give you the sign, by

shaking my head up and down, to use the bathroom or water fountain. You will then sign out and proceed quietly to the bathroom.

Only 1 student at a time will be allowed to be signed out.

Exiting the room

Make sure that your desk is cleared of any materials.

Look around your desk and pick up any trash from the floor.

Line up in the line quietly. No one should ever talk while in the line.

Standing in line

Always look ahead of you Never look to the sides Standing in line is NOT THE TIME TO TALK WITH

FRIENDS OR OTHERS THAT PASS YOU BY Always make sure you are quiet, you need to be

able to listen to my instructions.

Entering and exiting the cafeteria

for assembliesYou are to always enter the cafeteria quietly.

Only I will dismiss you from the cafeteria.

DO NOT GET UP from your seat until I tell you to do so.

You will line up quietly against the wall, once we have exited the cafeteria.

Entering and exiting the cafeteriafor lunch

You are to always enter and exit the cafeteria quietly.

Absolutely NO horsing around in line or in the cafeteria.

Do not leave until you are dismissed by a supervisor.

Following Classroom Guidelines

will result in: Verbal Praise

A Stress free learning environment

An enjoyable and orderly classroom atmosphere

Opportunities to earn economy money for the student store and monthly auctions.

Not Following Guidelines will result in:

1st • Rule reminder (class or individual)• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on

infraction)• Verbal warning

2nd • Modification (e.g. change seat)• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on

infraction)• Time away in another class

- 3rd • Parental Contact• Fine Paid (classroom economy – depends on

infraction)• Recess taken away

- 4th • Office referral

Discussion TopicsAttendance

Tardies

Classroom Supplies

Attendance and Tardies

It is very important that you come to class!!! If you come to school after 8:40, you are

late!!! 1st tardy-free pass 2nd tardy- warning 3rd you will receive a $50.00 fine (economy $’s) It is very important that you come to school

on a daily basis. If you miss school then you miss out on learning valuable information.

When you are tardyEnter quietly Place the tardy slip my desk Have a seat and take out your

materials

Make Up Work If you are absent it is your responsibility to

make up the work you missed.Go to the “While you were out” folders,

located next to the door, and look for your name. Your name will be labeled on the material(s) you missed in my class.

If is not made up and turned in on the assigned date, your grade will be a zero.

Tests/quizzes missed will be made up before or after school the following day.

You have 24 hours to make up all work.

Classroom SuppliesCommunity supplies will be located and

shall remain in the middle of your table group in the appropriate storage area. Mrs. Crislip’s pencils, crayons, markers, highlighters and other supplies will be marked and must be kept in the designated area when not in use. Pencil sharpeners will be available with your supplies as needed. Custodians will sharpen all pencils at the end of the day.

Please treat all supplies with care! You will be issued a fine for the misuse or destruction of Mrs. Crislip’s supplies.

Classroom Supplies

GREAT STUDENTS WANTED!!!

Great students ALWAYS follow the rules…

YOU SHOULD ALWAYS… Follow our classroom rules, procedures, and guidelines. Be prepared to learn. Be prepared for class. Bring with you to class everyday your

pencil/pen, paper, notebook, and silent reading book. Read your silent reading book during silent reading. Ask questions!!!! There is no such things as silly questions. Be courteous and respectful to your fellow classmates. Use Black or Blue ink only. Use lined paper. Make sure that you have loose leaf paper.

Discussion TopicsGrading Scale

Grading Policy

Conduct and Effort

Grading Scale

95-100% 4 Exceeds Standard/Thorough Understanding

75-94% 3 Meets Standard/Adequate Understanding

50-74% 2 Needs more practice with that standard and is working on meeting it/Partial

Understanding

0-49% 1 Does not seem to grasp standard/Minimal Understanding

Discussion Topics

Turning in Paper

Classroom Materials

Classroom Materials Silent Reading Book Loose leaf paper (2 packs) 2 inch binder (1) Number 2 Pencils (1 pack) Pencil Pouch (1) Pencil sharpener with cover (1) Black or blue ink pens (1 pack) Index cards (1 pack) Glue stick (1) Scissors (1) Markers (1) Highlighter (2)

Finish Classwork Early

“What do I do next?”

What Do I Do Next?Activities

Work on unfinished Reading and Language Arts assignments

Read your book silently Review vocabulary words Read a book from our classroom library

Discussion Topics Homework

Homework Folder

Homework Is your responsibility to do homework

everyday!!!Homework helps you learn and improve

on the lessons we are learning in our class.

If you do not do your homework assignment(s), you will receive a fine.

Homework FolderThe homework folder is green.All of your homework will be in your

homework folder.On the left hand pocket of the folder

is the “Out” section. All of the homeworkthat is complete goes in this section.

On the right hand pocket of the folder is the “In” section. The home learning that needs to be completed will go in this section.

Discussion TopicsInteractive classroom (Smart Board)

Classroom Library

Computer Lab

Classroom Library Library day in our classroom is every Tuesday. You are allowed to check out one book from our

classroom library. All books are due the following Tuesday. You must check out the book with the class

Librarian. If you need help, please see our classroom

Librarian. If you do not follow these procedures, you will not be allowed to check out books.

Entering and exiting the computer lab

You are to always enter the computer lab quietly. DO NOT USE THE COMPUTER UNTIL I instruct

you do so. You need to listen to the learning activity for the day.

Always follow our classroom rules while at the computer rules.

Failure to adhere to these rules will cause you not to participate in the computer lab activity for the day.

Discussion Topics Classroom Economy

Classroom Economy Jobs

Classroom Economy Bonuses

Classroom Economy Fines

Classroom Economy Rewards

Examples

What is Classroom Economy?

Students will earn classroom money for jobs that they hold in class, they will pay rent for their desks and they will pay taxes in April. Students can earn bonus cash for good attendance, completed assignments, etc. On the other hand, students who do not meet classroom expectations will be given fines for not meeting classroom expectations.

Students will be allowed to purchase items from the classroom store, and will be allowed to participate in a monthly auction.

Classroom Economy Jobs

Banker

There are 5 Banker positions available.

Responsibilities: You will keep banking records for 6 to 7 students. You will accept money for deposits, payout money for salaries and withdrawals. You will keep some cash ready to meet requests and will deposit remaining cash into the Central Classroom Bank.

Salary: $300 a month ($150.00 every 2 weeks)

Police Officer

There are 5 Police Officer positions available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for monitoring 6 to 7 students. You will issue/collect fines for students who are not meeting classroom expectations. You will keep a record of all fines/fine payments.


Clerk

There are 2 Clerk positions available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for handing out and collecting papers and student supplies. You will also be responsible for organizing supplies and keeping them neat.


Messenger

There are 2 Messenger positions available.

Responsibilities: Deliver messages/papers to other classrooms or to the office. Answer the phone during instruction time.


Custodian

There are 5 Custodian positions available.

Responsibilities: Keep the board, floor and countertops clean. Tidy up classroom areas when they need it. Make sure recycling items are placed where they should be.


Librarian

There is 1 Librarian position available.

Responsibilities: Keep a record of books checked out of the classroom library. Remind students to return the books if they are late. Keep the classroom library organized. Take books to the school library as needed.


Attendance/Lunch Supervisor

There is 1 Attendance/Lunch Supervisor position available.

Responsibilities: You will take daily attendance, lunch count and record absences. Report absences and lunch count to the teacher. Provide students with make-up materials when they return to class.


Homework Supervisor

There are 2 Homework Supervisor positions available.

Responsibilities: You will check in all homework, recording all completed, incomplete and missing homework assignments. You will report all missing/incomplete homework to the police officers to issue fines.


Technology Supervisor

There are 2 Technology Supervisor positions available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for turning the lights/computers on or off at appropriate times. You will assist with technology tasks such as setting up projectors, preparing cameras, using equipment and assisting students with logging in.


Equipment Supervisor

There are 1 Equipment Supervisor position available.

Responsibilities: You will keep a record of all classroom equipment. Borrow and return gym equipment as needed.


Store Clerk

There are 2 Store Clerk positions available.

Responsibilities: You will manage the school store, keep a record of inventory and run the store when students purchase items.


News Director

There is 1 News Director position available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for keeping the class updated on current events. Research topics of interest (with teacher approval) and report to the class. Update classroom newsletter.


Meteorologist

There is 1 Meteorologist position available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for checking daily weather forecasts and reporting them to the class. Keep a record of weather that occurs throughout the year.


Substitute

There are 1-4 Substitute positions available.

Responsibilities: You will be responsible for performing the job of any absent student.


InformationRentDesk Monthly Rent: $200 a month One-time desk purchase price: $500 Failure to pay rentStudents who miss a rent payment will be excluded from that month’s auction. Successful Saving Students who make their rent payments and manage to save additional money can reap rewards:

They get to be bidders on Auction Day.They can be recognized in front of everyone during the year-end wrap-up.Most temptingly, they have the chance to buy their desks outright and forever be rent-free.

Information Key Points Students are responsible for keeping up their own

registers to record transactions (banker can check math upon request)

Payday is every other Friday. Bankers will distribute paychecks, students will record in register

Students may only spend money they earn. They may not give away money or hire students to do their job.

Students are encouraged to save at least 10% of their paycheck for unexpected fines or expenses.

BonusesIn addition to the monthly salaries that students earn from their jobs, they can earn bonus money by performing well academically and participating in extracurricular activities.

Activity Bonus AmountEarn a (4) on a small test or quiz $50Earn a (4) on a major test $100At school all week long $100Turned in completed homework $50Get a complement from another teacher $50Finishing a chapter book (submit summary) $100Exceptional Behavior $50Earning a good note from Sub (class bonus) $100/each studentBeing a model student$50Complement from Principal $500A good visit from the desk fairy $50Good teamwork (table bonus) $50/each student in group

FinesJust as students can earn bonuses for go above and beyond, students may also be required to pay fines for not meeting classroom expectations.

Activity Fine AmountDishonest $50Messy Desk $50Off Task Behavior $50Missing Work $50Tardiness (3rd+offense) $50Rudeness $50No Name on Work $10Not being responsible with materials $100Late Work $50Incomplete work/homework $50Bad note from sub (class) $100/each studentTable group off task (group) $50/each studentAbsent (each day) $20

Classroom StoreiReward Coupon Price(May purchase one every Friday or save money for Auction)

Homework pass (1 section) $50Pencil Box $75Notebook $100Pencil $25Pen $40Eraser $40Treat $30Homework pass (all sections) $200Erase a fine pass $40Snack from the teacher pass $30

Monthly AuctioniReward Coupon Bidding starts at…(May purchase one every Friday or save money for Auction)Chew gum in class $20Sit at the Teacher’s desk for the day $75Wear a hat in the classroom $25Use the Teacher’s seat for the day (front of class) $75Sit with your best friend during class today $50Wear sunglasses in the classroom for the day $20Be the first in line ALL day today $20No morning work today $20Eat a healthy treat while you work $20Eat candy while you work $3020 minutes extra computer time $10015 minutes tablet time $75Yoga ball chair for the day $75Yoga ball chair for the week $150Use a pen for the day $10Shoes off (socks on) in the classroom all day $50Switch jobs with a classmate for a day $50Lead a class game or activity $50Teacher cleans and organizes your desk $100Switch desks with a classmate for the day $50Read a book or poem to the class $50Teacher’s assistant for the day $50Give the spelling test to the class $100Share a song with the class (approved by teacher) $50Wear your slippers in the classroom for the day $50

Class RewardsiReward Coupon Bidding starts at…(Students must pool money together as a class)5 minute class chat break $300List to music while you work $60020 minutes free time for the class $1000Cookie Party (Teacher will bring in) $1500Donut Party (Teacher will bring in) $1500No homework for the class for 1 night $2000End of trimester class pizza party $3000

ExampleMy Job: Banker Salary: $300.00/month (paid $150 every 2 weeks)

Salary this month: $300.00Rent Due this month: $ 200.00Bonuses paid this month:

4 quizzes with a ‘4’, paid at $20 each is $80.00Attendance, paid at $25 each week is $100.00Completed Homework, paid at $20 each week is $80.00Good visit from desk fairy is $25.00Teamwork Bonus $50.00

Total bonuses: $335Fines paid this month:

Missing assignment is $50.00No name on work $10.00

Total fines: $60.00 300.00 salary $375.00 (remaining at end of month) -200.00 rent - 30.00 (10% savings, deposited with banker)- 60.00 fines - 30.00 snack from teacher+335.00 bonuses $315.00 left for end of month auction$375.00 remaining

ExampleMy Job: Substitute Salary: $200.00/month (paid $100 every 2 weeks)

Salary this month: $200.00Rent Due this month: $ 200.00Bonuses paid this month:

2 quizzes with a ‘4’, paid at $20 each is $40.00Attendance, paid at $25 each week is $100.00Completed Homework, paid at $20 each week is $80.00Good visit from desk fairy is $25.00Teamwork Bonus $50.00Caught being good (no fines) $50.00

Total bonuses: $345Fines paid this month:

Total fines: $0.00 200.00 salary $345.00 (remaining at end of month) -200.00 rent - 20.00 (10% savings, deposited with banker)- 0.00 fines - 30.00 snack from teacher+345.00 bonuses $295.00 left for end of month auction$345.00 remaining

Discussion Topics Existing Mrs. Crislip’s Class

A message from Mrs. Crislip

Student/Parent Signature Page

Class DismissalThe teacher dismisses you, not the bell Do not start packing up prior to the end of

the classWait until the teacher finishes and

officially dismisses you with:“Have a fantastic day”

• All chairs are to be stacked up in front of your table group, when I say “Stack them up, please”

*(Applies to the class leaving at the end of the day)

A Message From Mrs. A Message From Mrs. Crislip…Crislip…

I look forward toward a productive schoolyear. I know that all of you all possess thegift of learning. I look forward to being yourteacher and watching you growacademically in our classroom.

Here’s to an awesome school year!!!

STUDENT SIGNATURE

Student’s Name:____________________________

I have read with my parent/guardian the contents of Mrs. Crislip’s PowerPoint and understand it. I promise to follow the classroom rules, procedures, and guidelines.

_____________________ _______________Student Signature Date

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