Classroom rules and expectations

Language Arts - Ms. Panagakos (that’s Pan-ah-gay-cuss)
or Miss P.
Language Arts overview and Expectations 2009-2010

Welcome!
I am really looking forward to a great year of learning, growing, sharing and fun, but,
as we all know, no classroom can function without some rules and codes of behavior. Keep in
mind that this is your class as well as mine, and you can help set the tone by being
enthusiastic, positive and willing to challenge yourself by taking risks. It is important to me
that everyone in this classroom feels respected, challenged, safe and able to be his or her
self. Just think, if we all thought the same way, the world would be a very boring place.

Language Arts consists of reading, writing, class participation, presentations, vocabulary and
grammar – your grade will be an average of all of these areas.

READING EXPECTATIONS –
• To read one to two novels per thematic unit – 15 to 20 pages 5 nights per week
• To pick novels that interest and challenge you
• To challenge your reading ability
* Book projects and evaluations will generally be due at the conclusion of the unit.
Dates will usually be assigned at the onset of the unit.
WRITING EXPECTATIONS
• To write formal and informal pieces of various genres
• To follow the writing process from rough to final draft form (when required)
• To make a sincere effort to improve your writing through revision
• To edit final drafts carefully for grammar and spelling errors
• To meet writing deadlines
* Students will receive rubrics and assessment list with specific assignment expectations
and time lines
GRAMMAR
• We will use Glencoe’s Writer’s Choice as our resource to gain mastery of grade level skills
• We will have regular lessons in grammar usage and homework will be assigned regularly
• Quizzes and unit test will be given at regular intervals
VOCABULARY
Relevant vocabulary will be taught through thematic reading units
GENERAL CLASSROOM RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
• Respect! Respect! Respect!
• Be positive- your attitude will affect your grade as well as the tone of the classroom.
• Foul language and putdowns will result in an immediate detention.
• Other infractions- one warning, then a detention
INCIDENTALS
• Bathroom request must be made at the beginning or end of class or during independent
work time or breaks. (Do not interrupt class to ask to go to the bathroom!)
• Reading and silent writing times must be absolutely silent.
• Come prepared for class- that means have a pen, pencil, assignment book, highlighter, LA
binder, novel, homework, and textbooks. (You may not be permitted to leave class to retrieve
these items and may have to make up work missed as a result).
* Gum chewing and hats are not permitted in my classroom
DISCUSSION POLICY
• Raise your hand.
• Don’t interrupt.
• Listen and respect other’s opinions (you might just change your mind about yours).
• Most importantly take risks (you might be surprised at how many people feel the same way
you do).

Finally, I am looking forward to getting to know each of you better as the school year
progresses. Please know that I am here for you and welcome after school visits for extra help
or just to chat.
 
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