Expectations, Rules, Procedures

MY MIND REBELS AT STAGNATION.

Give me problems, give me work,

give me the most abstruse cryptogram,

or the most intricate analysis,
and I am in my own proper atmosphere.

I can dispense then with artificial stimulants.

But I abhor the dull routine of existence.

I CRAVE FOR MENTAL EXALTATION.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

To thrive, innovate, & build an authentic community of scholars,
students will strive to meet the following expectations:

INTELLECTUAL EXPECTATIONS

Humility

practice scholarly behavior
do not steal others' opportunities to learn or think (disruptions, disrespect, selfishness)

Leadership

be an example to others, a role model for others
take initiative
be prepared
help others with learning

Aggressiveness

defend your thoughts
use evidence to support your ideas
use multiple resources

Courage

take risks
respectfully challenge others
actively participate (no "I don't know" responses)
think "outside the box"

SOCIAL EXPECTATIONS

Foundations of Character:

Respect

Responsibility

Caring

Trustworthiness

Citizenship

Class & Grace
Sacrifice
Devotion

Links:

Therefore, in light of the expectations of intellect and etiquette in room 401, the following rules will allow the fulfillment of success and growth:

RULES

Always come prepared with the appropriate...
materials
attitude
effort

Respect and Care ..
- the time
- all classmates
- the teacher
- the classroom (school property, books, etc.).
  - Let’s keep our school materials, desks, and classroom clean!
Be present and on timeto class everyday.
- Students must be in their seats and ready to go when the bell rings.
  - Asking for paper, pencils, should not occur at any time during..we should always have extra materials ready.
Students should not be packing up early.
- - We "clean up" when there are about two minutes left before the end of the period.
Expect to be
- writing
- reading (literature and each others' writings)
- speaking (class discussion, oral reports and performances)
- listening (eye contact)
- collaborating (working together in groups)
Make upassignments when absent and turn in all assignments on time.
Go through the Writing Process for compositions (pre-writing, drafting, conferencing, revising, editing, and publishing) [Language Arts Writing Standards 1, 2, 3].
Work responsibly together when in writing conferences and literature circles [Lang. Arts Writing & Reading Standards 1, 2, 3].
Master the writing genres (narrative, response to literature, persuasive, and expository) [Language Arts Writing Standards 2, 3].
Achieve competency in oral language skills [Lang. Arts Written & Oral English Language Standard 1].
Read and respond thoughtfully to a wide variety of literary and expository texts [Language Arts Writing & Reading Standards 1, 2].
Assess and reflect upon work and progress as a writer and compile work in portfolios [Language Arts Writing Standard 1].
Develop AND take ownershipover a pattern and habit of regular home study and independent practice.
Adhere to the “BEHAVIOR VIOLATIONS & CONSEQUENCES” and “ATTENDANCE POLICY” (tardies, truancies, excused/unexcused absences, etc.) in the Valencia High School Student Handbook [visit the VHS website].
Strive to meet the “Valencia High School Expected School-wide Learning Results[ESLRs]

In order for these rules to be truly implemented, we, the community of room 401, will adhere to the following:

PROCEDURES

When someone is speaking to you, pause from what you are doing & give eye-contact to that person...

whether the teacher, other students
during the lesson, conference, or discussion.

BEFORE THE BELL

Students obtain necessary materials for class (pen, notebook, textbook/novel, etc)

AFTER THE BELL

Warm-Up (Quick-Write, Grammar Exercise, &/or S.S.R.)
Mini-Lesson (Attentiveness, Note-taking)
Literary Task or Writing Task
Guided Practice
small groups, partners, lit. circles
Independent Practice &/or Cooperative Learning
Closure (Summary, Connection, Application, Reflection)

Failing to consistently follow the above-stated expectations, rules, or procedures, will lead to the following:

CONSEQUENCES

1st INCIDENT:

Verbal/Non-verbal Warning given to student by teacher

2nd INCIDENT:

Short, personal conference and/or [depending on the severity of the offense]...
10 minute detention with teacher before or after school or during lunch[and/or]...
Change of seat

3rd INCIDENT: