Room 601Mrs. Grundel

Instructions:Please find your seat and begin working on the two documents at your desk.

Welcome to Literacy!

Mrs. G’s Literacy Class

Let’s Review Our Guidelines and Procedures

Who is this teacher as a person?A little about myself…

YES, ALWAYS!!

Even if we may not always agree on the meaning of fair

Will Mrs. G. treat me fairly?

Reading, writing, and reading some more!

Authoring our own unique stories.

Learning, listening, and leading! Becoming lifelong learners.

What will we be doing this year?

98 – 100 = A+ 93 – 97 = A 90 – 92 = A- 88 – 89 = B+ 83 – 87 = B 80 – 82 = B- 78 – 79 = C+ 73 – 77 = C 70 – 72 = C- 67 – 69 = D 66 and below = F

How will I be graded?

Follow all guidelines and procedures.PLEASE and THANK YOU are the “magic”

words.The Three R’s:

Respect each other’s ideas and opinionsBe responsible for yourself and your actionsTake risks in reading and writing

What are the codes to live by in this classroom?

Guidelines Procedures

Success starts with you…

Mrs. Grundel’s Classroom Contract

When you enter the classroom, immediately gather the materials you will need for the day. Be in your assigned seat and working on the Literacy Link as soon as you have what you need.

Guideline #1

The Literacy Link will either be on the blackboard or the overhead.

As soon as you walk in, please take the first few minutes to complete the assignment in your classwork section in your notebook.

Please write the date at the top of each page of your notebook.

“Literacy Link”aka Do Now or Jump Start

Bring ALL your books and materials to class AND take them with you when you leave (except the materials that DO NOT leave the classroom – more on that later!).

Guideline #2

Follow directions the FIRST time they are given.

Guideline #3

Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity! Celebrate each other’s differences and unique qualities.

Guideline #4

Follow all procedures and policies as outlined in the SGS and Franklin Township Schools student handbook.

Guideline #5

This classroom is a “No Whining Zone.” That means that there will be no whining for ANY reason.

Everything I do is in your best interest, so please respect the “No Whining Zone” this year!

Special Guideline

Verbal acknowledgement

A stress-free learning environment

A pleasant and orderly classroom atmosphere.

Stars!

Following Guidelines will result in…

1st – Warning and documentation

2nd – Action Plan, Parental Contact, lunch detention or after school detention

3rd – Disciplinary Referral

Not Following Guidelines will result in…

Mrs. Grundel’s Action Plan

1. What is the problem?

2. What is causing the problem? (Please list the factors)

3. What plan will you use to solve the problem?

___________________Date

___________________________ ________________________________Student’s Signature Parent/Guardian Signature

Classroom ProceduresExplain, Rehearse, Reinforce!

o Please enter quietly.o Sharpen a pencil if necessary (always have at least

one spare writing utensil. I do not like when students sharpen pencils in the middle of class).

o Have a seat.o Take out your materials, including any

homework from the previous night.o Review the teaching point.o Begin bell work (Literacy Link) assignment

Entering the Room

I CLAP THEN RAISE MY HAND, YOU STOP EVERYTHING, CLAP AND RAISE YOUR HAND!

Getting your attention

Make sure there is not another boy or girl already out.

Raise your hand with two fingers crossed. I will acknowledge your request. Sign out on the clipboard, and remember to

sign back in. No bathroom breaks during instruction to

the whole class.

Going to the Bathroom

Your Name DateLanguage Arts/Period Assignment

Paper Heading

This is for students who do not have the assigned homework. Fill it out Sign and date it Turn it in when I collect the homework Five pink slips will result in an action plan and a call

home

Student Responsibility Cardaka “The Pink Slip”

Date:____________Printed Name: ___________________

You’ve been Pink Slipped!Completing your homework or assignment is your responsibility as a

student.

Missing Assignment: ___________________________________

I do not have my homework today because:

_____ I did the assigned homework, but I did not bring it to class._____ I chose not to do my homework._____ I forgot to do my homework._____ I did not have the appropriate materials at home._____ Other – please explain below._______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Signature: ________________________________

1. Finish any work for this class that is not complete.

2. Steal a moment and read.3. Work ahead on upcoming

assignments for this class only.

Finish Classwork Early…What do I do next???

PLEASE participate I want to hear what you have to say…at an

appropriate time of course Make all questions and comments relevant

to the current discussion Raise your hand when you are ready to

participate If you have a question I was unable to

answer in class, write it down and ask when we are done with the lesson or discussions.

Classroom Discussions

◦ You must ask permission.◦ Do not ask to leave during note-taking or

instruction to the whole class, unless it is an emergency.

◦ For a scheduled checkout: please let me know in the beginning of class, quietly raise your hand to get my attention, pack up quietly and leave.

◦ Please make sure you retrieve any work you may have missed.

Moving around the room

◦ The teacher dismisses you, not the bell.◦ Do no start packing up until you have been told to

do so.◦ I will officially dismiss you with “Have a nice day!”

or something else pleasant!

Class Dismissal

I will come prepared to teach you each day, if you come prepared to learn.

I will teach with enthusiasm and creativity to the best of my ability, if you always try your best.

I will respect you for the unique person you are, if you respect me in return.

I will provide a safe and orderly classroom environment, and expect you to follow guidelines and procedures.

I will help you REACH your best, YOU, if YOU believe you can achieve!

Always remember