Classroom+Expectations

__**Classroom Expectations for Mr. Degenkolb’s Class **__


 * I. __Class materials__: **

You must come to class on time and ready to learn and work. With that in mind, here is a list of things you **must** bring with you to class **every day:**

//* Your binder, divided into sections for classwork, homework, returned quizzes and handouts// //* Paper for note taking **and all work due**// //* Your textbook// //* Pencils, erasers and pens (a case for your supplies is a great idea)// //* Your agenda book//


 * II. __Respect__: **

You must also come to class with a **positive and respectful** attitude. Our classroom must always be a safe, respectful and fun learning environment for all students. Here is a breakdown of what that means:

//* **Absolutely no hate speech**// //– this includes all swear words and any demeaning language targeting any individual or group.// //* **Listen**// //while others are speaking, and **raise your hand**// //if you would like to contribute to class discussions.// //* **Absolutely no**// //juice, tonic, sports drinks, coffee, tea, food, candy or chewing gum allowed in class**. Pure unflavored water is permitted.**// **//* Keep our space clean//** //– Please do not leave paper fragments, broken pencils or pens or any other items on the floor or on your desk at the end of the period. Place paper in the recycle bin and other items in the rubbish when class ends.// **//* Writing on desks is a serious offense//** //– please use paper! If you are found to have written on your desk, you will be asked to help clean desks after school.// //* **No electronic devices of any sort**// //(cell phones, iPods and other music players, etc.) If you use any of the aforementioned devices, you will be asked to surrender it to me and / or your house principal.//


 * III. __Responsibility__: **

Each and every student must be responsible for him or herself both in and out of class. Here is a breakdown of what that means:

//* **Bring all required materials to class every day**////. See Part I if you are unsure of what this means.// //* **Arrive on time.**// //If you are late, you **must**// //have a pass signed by a teacher. Frequent tardiness will result in a detention and a call home.// //* **Speak French**// //during class time. The vast majority of your instruction will be in French, so you are expected to speak the language as much as possible.// //* **Bathroom visits**// //are allowed, but only one student may be out of the room at any given time. Please ask discreetly after the mini-lesson has been completed.// //* **Stay in your seat.**// //Unless I have instructed you to do so, there is no good reason for you to leave your assigned seat.//

//**I look forward to collaborating with each and every one of you to make this a fun and productive year. **//