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Rules, Procedures and Expectations
Mrs. Calloway’s 8th Grade Literature and English Classes
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– 8th Grade Bell Schedule• HOMEROOM 7:50 -
7:55• First Period 7:55 -
8:47• Second Period 8:50 -
9:42• Third Period 9:45 -
10:37• Break
10:37 - 10:52• Fourth Period 10:55 -
11:47• Fifth Period 11:50 -
12:42• Lunch
12:42 - 1:07• Sixth Period 1:10 -
2:02• Seventh Period 2:05 -
2:57
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Our classes are considered a “block” class. This means you have me for two consecutive periods. You will not be allowed to go into the hallway when the bell rings in-between periods. You will exit at the end of your second class when I dismiss you.
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Where do I sit?
• On the first day of class, you will be assigned a seat. Stay there unless told otherwise.
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How should I enter the classroom?
• Every day we will be begin class by copying the Word of the Day (WOD). Your work will be on the board or projector.
• As soon as you enter the classroom, sit down and begin your work. I should not have to tell you to begin your work.
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When do I clean up?
• A few minutes before the bell rings, I will instruct you to clean the area around your desk.
• Class will not be dismissed until all trash has been picked up and placed in the waste basket.
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When do I pack my stuff?
• I will tell you when you may pack up your belongings and when you may leave the classroom. Do not pack your stuff up until I give the o.k.
• You will not line up at the door.
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What do I do if I am late?
• Enter the classroom quietly. • If you have a note, place it on
my desk.• Begin working.• If you are really late, quietly
ask a friend what’s going on.• Upon your fourth unexcused
tardy, you will be written up on an office referral.
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What if I need to leave the classroom?
• You may use one of the passes you received in your homeroom class to leave the room.
• You may not leave the classroom without this pass.
• If you are hurt or sick, I will give you a nurse’s pass to leave the room.
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How do I turn in my assignments?
• Everyone in 8th grade will be heading their paper the same way. Use this format to head your paper. (Follow the example on the wall.)
• When instructed, pass your papers over.
• Do not stand up to pass your papers in unless otherwise instructed.
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Make Up Work
• If you were absent, you have three days to get your work turned in without being penalized.
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What do I need to bring to class every day?
• Your textbook and/or novel we are reading
• Your binder with plenty of loose-leaf paper
• Mechanical pencils or blue or black ink pens
• Four different colored highlighters
• Always bring the outside reading you are working on.
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What if I come to class unprepared?
• You could use one of your passes to get your stuff.
• Ask someone if you can borrow from them.
• You may purchase a pencil from me for .50.
• I will have extra loose-leaf paper available. If you would like, you can donate to the loose-leaf paper drawer at any time!
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When may I throw my trash away?
• When Mrs. Calloway instructs you towards the end of class.
• When we are working and no one is talking to the class.
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What if I need a tissue?
• Quietly get a tissue. • If you need to blow your
nose, step outside the room and take care of your business.
• Be sure to dispose of your used tissues immediately!
• If you don’t have time to get a tissue, please sneeze or cough into your arm.
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Food, Gum and Candy Policy
• Sorry, but no food, gum, or candy in classroom.
• No drinks either.• If you are caught with
gum, you will be written up.
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Where can I find assignments?• I will post homework and
upcoming assignments on the board.
• I will also post assignments on my webpage. Look on the Calendar link on my webpage. Spanish Fort Middle: Teachers
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Location of Clocks
• On the front wall• On the student computer
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Areas off limits to Students
• Mrs. Calloway’s desk and computer
• Drawers and cabinets not labeled “Student Supplies”
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Where to Find Shared Materials• Cabinets and drawers will
be labeled “Student Supplies”
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When is it NOT okay to talk?
• If Mrs. Calloway is talking to the class as a whole, do not talk to others in the classroom.
• If Mrs. Calloway is talking to a visitor, do not talk.
• If another student is sharing their answer or opinion, do not talk.
• Do not talk during a test.
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How should I talk if given permission?
• Sometimes, you will be asked to talk in pairs. You should use your “two inch” voice. This means that only your partner should hear you.
• Sometimes, you will be asked to talk in groups. Talk so that others cannot hear what you are saying. If someone hears your idea, they can feel free to use it.
• Be considerate of others when given the opportunity to talk in class.
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How do I ask permission to talk?
• Raise your hand.
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How do I behave for a Substitute?
• Give the substitute the same honor and respect you would give to any teacher or principal.
• Remember, they are guests in our school. Represent SFMS well when they are here.
• Stay in your assigned seats. The sub will have the seating chart anyway.
• Help him or her when ever possible.
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The Rules
• Follow all BCBE and SFMS rules.
• Show respect to teachers, peers and all property.
• Be in your seat working when the tardy bell rings.
• Come to class prepared.
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Classroom Rules
• Show respect to adults, peers and all property.
• Be in the classroom working when the bell rings.
• Bring needed materials to class.
• No food, gum or drinks.• Do not throw anything.• No personal grooming.
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Expectations
• Head your paper according to the example on the wall. (-5 points if not headed correctly)
• Answer each literature question with a complete sentence, or it will be marked incorrect.
• Capitalize the first word of every sentence or receive zero credit.
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Expectations
• Punctuate each sentence, or it will be marked incorrect.
• On final drafts, each misspelled word will be -1 point.
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Organize Your Binder
• Word of the Day (W.O.D.)• Daily Grammar Practice
(DGP)• Writing• Literature• English• Miscellaneous