“FAMILY VALUES”
1. TREAT OTHERS THE WAY YOU WANT TO BE TREATED!
1a. This would included being respectful to yourself and those around you
by making sure you do not interfere with the learning of others. Examples of
this would include raising your hand to ask a question, make a comment, or
to ask for help, using appropriate voice level, refraining from unnecessary
talking, and treating books and equipment with care.
1b. This value also includes being courteous at all times. Be to class on
time, enter quietly and courteously, take your seat immediately and get
started in the morning. Make sure to greet Mrs. Miller and your classmates
with a smile and a ‘hello’, use manner words and be a good friend.
2. BE THE BEST STUDENT YOU CAN BE!
2a. This would include being prepared for class. Make sure to bring all
necessary books, homework, Link to Learning Binder, and school supplies
daily. This also includes having the agenda signed nightly, reading log
signed and turned in on Mondays, and calendar signed each weekend.
2b. This value also includes being a contributor to our classroom family.
Students should make positive contributions to the class by participating in
discussions, volunteering to answer questions or to help others, and
possessing a positive attitude towards others and anything we do as a
classroom family.
3. BE RESPONSIBLE!
3a. This would include using class time wisely. Begin assigned work
immediately and finish required work before engaging in other activities.
Always do your best work, but be sure you are working at a pace that allows
you to finish on time.
3b. This value also includes following directions and being a good
listener.
3c. Last, but not least, take responsibility for your own actions. Making
a mistake is a part of life, everyone does it, but be sure to accept
responsibility for your choices!
These values serve as a covenant that we make to one another as members of a
family. By following this basic oath we can be sure that each of us has the
best learning experience possible.
Consequences for choosing not to follow the FAMILY VALUES:
If a student chooses to break a rule, their consequence could be, but are
not limited to the following:
First offense: Warning and reminders are given for first offense in regards
to talking, behavior, and other class choices if possible.
Second offense: A number is given on their monthly calendar, which is used
to calculate their work habits grade. While I expect numbers on their
calendars (as no one is perfect), repetitive numbers will be reflected in
their grade.
Repeated offenses: A small time out of class participation/recess is given
when needed to allow the student to think about their actions and focus
their thoughts. A written explanation of the choice to the teacher and
parent(s) will aid them in their thought process at times. Other possible
consequences will be given, as determined by the teacher in cooperation with
the parents. Administration will be involved if necessary.
Rewards for choosing to follow the FAMILY VALUES:
When a student chooses to follow the FAMILY VALUES, work hard, show great
effort, do their homework, have a great attitude, and/or improve in class
work/behavior, many rewards are earned. Some of these rewards include
encouraging words, a giant smile, a note from the teacher, special
recognitions such as Student of the Week, Appreciations, etc… Remember, the
best reward for a classroom filled with super students is an enjoyable,
interesting, and challenging class.
