Classroom Conduct

1. The teacher is given the responsibility of using preventive and corrective measures to ensure a high level of discipline within their classroom. Students are to conform to the rules and structure of the class.

2. The class ends when the teacher dismisses it. The bell is the teacher’s guide. Students should wait to close books and notebooks until the class is over. The bells do not have meaning for elementary students.

3. At the beginning of a period, the student is to be in the room when the bell rings and move immediately to his/her seat and get quiet to begin class. A student who does not may be counted tardy and/or disciplined by the teacher.

4. Students are to bring all necessary materials, (books, notebooks, pens, etc.), with them to class at the beginning of the period. They may be counted tardy if they return to their locker for materials.

5. Writing and passing notes, talking or any action distracting from the activities or discussion led by the teacher are inappropriate.

6. In general, students are to be orderly in the classroom. The teacher may require students to raise their hands for permission to speak.

7. Textbooks are loaned to the students. At the end of the year, the student is responsible to return it in good condition. Do not write in textbooks. Students may be assessed for the cost of books and workbooks defaced or destroyed.