PowerPoint Presentation
Mrs. Strohmaier (You may call me Mrs. Stroh)
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Welcome to Mrs. Stroh’s Classroom
correlated to The First Days of
School
Procedures and Guidelines
Am I in the right room?
Where am I supposed to sit?
Who is this teacher as a person?
Will this teacher treat me fairly?
Yes,Always!
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CLICKS AND CLUNKS
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How to succeed under every circumstance!!!
How will I be graded?
You will earn the grades you receive.
Grading Policy
Grammar:
Tests: 60%
Homework: 20%
Performance: 20%
Spelling and Vocabulary
Tests: 60%
Homework: 20%
Performance: 20%•
Writing:
Tests: 20%
Homework: 20%
Performance 60%
Mrs. Stoh’s Classroom Rules for Successful Learning
Mrs. Stoh’s Classroom Rules for Successful Learning
• Be courteous.• Be prepared.• Be on time.• Follow all procedures and policies.
Choosing to follow the rules will result in the following:• Verbal Acknowledgement• A stress free learning environment• A pleasant and secure atmosphere
Choosing not to follow the rules will result in the following:1st—Warning and documentation 2nd—Loss of recess3rd—Action Form, Parental, Contact4th—Disciplinary Referral
Mrs. Stroh’sClassroom Contract
• Guidelines• Procedures
Guideline #1
Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned bellwork when the
bell rings.
Guideline #2
Bring ALL books and materials to class and take them with you when
you leave.
Guideline #3
Follow directions the first time they are given.
Guideline #4
Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity.
Guideline #5
Follow all procedures and policies as outlined in the St. Mary’s
Handbook.
Special Guideline
This classroom is a “No Whining Zone”. That means that there will be no whining, for ANY reason.
Everything that I do is in your best interest, so please respect the “No Whining Zone” this year.
Not Following Guidelines will result in . . .
• 1st
– Warning
• 2nd
– Action Plan
• 3rd
– Infraction Notice/Parental Contact
Mrs. Stroh’s Action Plan
1.What’s the problem?
2. What’s causing the problem? (Please list the factors)
3. What plan will you use to solve the problem?
________________ Date _______________________ Student’s Signature
Infraction NoticeOffense____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Conference Result___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________ Date_____________________ Student’s Signature_____________________Teacher Signature
Let’s Not G
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Guideline Infraction Notice
• Read it
• Sign it
• Keep it until the end
of class
Severe Clause
Any student who uses profanity, fights, damages school property (this includes the property of the teacher and other students), or is disrespectful (as defined by the teacher) will be sent to the office IMMEDIATELY.
Following Guidelines will result in . .
• Verbal acknowledgement
• A stress-free learning environment
• A pleasant and orderly classroom atmosphere
Entering the Room Please enter quietly. Have a seat. Take out your materials. Check board for daily
assignment. Begin assignment. If no assignment is on the board, read workshop or
choice book.
Student Responsibility Report
Karla Henson – Liberty Middle School
Personal Responsibility Report (When work is missing or incomplete.)Check all that apply to you.
_____I did not have materials in class today. Circle: book, pencil, paper, notebook, other______________________I did not have the assigned homework._____I did the homework but did not have it in class_____I did not return assigned materials (ex. Progress report).
Excuses: Check all that apply to you.
_____I did not have appropriate materials at home._____I forgot._____I was too sick to do my homework_____I was absent and did not get the assignment_____Other – explain in detail:_______________________________________________________________________________________
Signature: Date:
When you are tardy . . .
Enter quietly.
Excused: Place excuse in my mailbox.
Unexcused: Make sure you go to the office.
Have a seat and take out your materials.
Getting Your Attention
I will . . . Stand in front of the class.
Raise my hand or ring the bell..
Wait for everyone to be quiet and prepared to
listen.
Begin speaking.
Paper HeadingThe following format
•plus unique number
Place on all homework assignments
Put in appropriate bin
John Doe (13) Grade 8St. Mary’s School September 1, 2009
Weekly Writing Assignment
Finish Classwork Early
“What do I do next?”
Activities
You must be writing. If you are finished with the current assignment and are waiting for a conference, begin another piece.
Review vocabulary words. Start working on tonight’s homework. NEVER do nothing!
Returning After an Excused Absence
Meet with your Homework Buddy.
Copy the homework.
Retrieve any handouts from the student work file.
Make-up work for unexcused absences is not available.
Returning from an Excused Absence
Scheduled Check Out
Please let me know as you enter the classroom.
• I will be at the door. Quietly raise your hand to get my attention. Pack your materials and leave
at the scheduled time. If it is an emergency, quickly
get my attention and I will assist you.
Turning in Papers
Place your paper in the appropriately labeled bin.
NEVER HAND ME A PAPER
Passing in Papers: If/When you receive a paper, place yours on top and continue passing the stack to your left.
I will come by and collect all stacks.
Classroom Discussions
PLEASE participate.
I want to hear what you have to say.
Make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion.
If your question is off the topic, write it down and ask later.
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Moving Around the Room
Do not ask during a classroom discussion unless it is an emergency.
Class Dismissal
The teacher dismisses you, not the bell.
Do not start packing up prior to the bell.
Wait until the teacher finishes and officially dismisses you with
“Have a nice day!”
“Special” ProceduresThese will be introduced on an “as needed” basis.
Library/Computer Lab Special guests Progress Reports Working Cooperatively
Fire Drill Intercom/AnnouncementsAssembliesSubstitute Teacher
My Pledge to Students I will trust you until you give me
reason to do otherwise. I will respect you and work with you
to solve problems. I will promptly correct and offer
feedback on your work. I will work with you to meet learning
goals. I will offer extra help and alternative
assessments should you require them.
Together, we will have an awesome year!”
– Mrs. Stroh
“I truly believe you will work towards
your potential in all thatyou do! We will learn so
much about each other this year.