Welcome to Welcome to Ms. Daniels’ First Day ClassroomMs. Daniels’ First Day Classroom

Procedures and Guidelines

Bell RingerBell RingerTake out a sheet of paper and finish

this statement:

You wouldn’t be able to tell You wouldn’t be able to tell from looking at me, but this from looking at me, but this

summer I…summer I…

Write at least 3 complete Write at least 3 complete sentences!sentences!

Tome una hoja de papel y terminar esta declaración:

Usted no sería capaz de decir de mirarme, pero este verano me ...

Academic: we will go over policies and procedures, and play trivia.

Behavior: we will stay on task and be respectful.

Creating: How would you describe yourself using a song?Evaluating: Do you agree with the policies and procedures of the classroom?Analyzing: Why do you think we have classroom policies and procedures?Applying: What would result if you did not abide by these policies and procedures?

Engaging Activity

SyllabusPolicies & ProceduresTrivia

Closure

I will explain at least three things about myself that I want Ms. AD to know.

Ms. AD / Ms. AD / Ms. DanielsMs. DanielsI graduated from

Stephen F. Austin State University

“Axe ‘Em Jacks”!!ReadingWriting

I’ve been to Ireland, Israel, and Ethiopia

I’m mixedI have 6 siblings

What will you be doing this year?What will you be doing this year?ReadingWritingDuh…Literary Works:

◦ The House on Mango Street◦ The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet◦ The Odyssey

STAAR PreparationGrading scale – essays are most important. We will write at least one essay per six weeks. Quiz/Test grades are the next most important grade.

Becoming successful students and people in life

What will you be doing this year?What will you be doing this year?Welcome to iLit! iLit delivers a research-

proven instructional model through a groundbreaking mobile instructional system, making it accessible, adaptive, and engaging for today’s teachers and students. iLit uses a gradual release approach. First, the teacher models an instructional skill, such as using textual evidence to make inferences. Then, the teacher guides the class as they work together to practice the skill. Students then apply the skill at their own level on adaptive activities.

STAAR PreparationGrading scale – Participation is most important. Quiz/Test grades are the next most important grade.

Becoming successful students and people in life

Class Expectations

What YOU need to do to be successful in this class!

Ms. Daniels Guidelines & Ms. Daniels Guidelines & ProceduresProcedures

L isten and follow all class & MHS directions, policies, and procedures quickly and the FIRST time they are given.

E nter and exit on time and prepared

A lways try your best and make smart choices

R espect yourself and othersN o excuses**Consequences are a reflection of the choices you make.

Please CHOOSE to make this a great day**

Enter and exit on time Enter and exit on time and preparedand prepared

Please enter quietly. Have a seat. Take out your

materials. Begin bellwork

assignment. Seating chart – You

will be marked tardy if you are not in your ASSIGNED seat when the bell rings.

Tardies – 1) Warning; 2) 30 minute detention; 3+) office referral

LATE.LATE.

When you are tardy . . .When you are tardy . . .Enter quietly. If it’s excused, place

the pass in the red heart on the table next to the door.

If it’s unexcused, sign the tardy log with your name, date, and time.

Have a seat and take out your materials.

Scheduled Check Out / Field TripScheduled Check Out / Field TripPlease let me know as you enter the

classroom.◦ I will be at the door.

When it is time, quietly raise your hand to get my attention.

Pack your materials and leave at the scheduled time.

Enter and exit on time Enter and exit on time and preparedand prepared

This means bringing something to WRITE with (blue or black pen and/or pencil) and something to write ON

I don’t have pencils or paper, so you will need to bring that stuff on your own to class everyday. If you don’t bring it with you, you will have to figure it out on your own.

Also, bring any assignments that are due

Not being prepared for class is the #1 reason for failing.

Put your name and class Put your name and class period on ALL period on ALL assignmentsassignmentsManuscript and Heading Manuscript and Heading (upper right hand corner(upper right hand corner))::

Use only blue and black ink for all assignments, and use the same color ink throughout the assignment. No gel pens or pencil will be accepted.

Write legibly and neat. Papers that are unreadable or sloppily will receive a significantly lower grade.

Please put your FIRST and LAST name on all papers

Put your class period as well

Name (First and Last)

Period #

Date  I grade papers with no names in the

summer. * Points will be deducted from your

final grade on an assignment if the above manuscript rules are not followed.

Turning in PapersTurning in PapersPlace your paper on the desk next to

you.◦ Left side

If/When you receive a paper, place yours on top and continue passing the stack to your left.

I will come by and collect all stacks.

RR espect yourself and espect yourself and othersothers

Talk only at appropriate times.

RR espect yourself and espect yourself and others:others:Side ConversationsSide Conversations

Please keep your side conversations until AFTER class

It’s disrespectful to every one else

If you cause a problem, I will ask you to fix it. If you cannot find a solution, I will find one for you.

When an interruption occurs:If the interruption involves you, take care of the interruption and return to work.If the interruption does not involve you, continue working until the interruption is resolved and the regular class resumes.

RR espect yourself and others: espect yourself and others:Classroom Discussions & Safe Learning Classroom Discussions & Safe Learning EnvironmentEnvironment

PLEASE participate.I want to hear what

you have to say.Ask questions, but

make all questions and comments relevant to the current discussion.

If your question is off the topic, write it down and ask later.

Don’t be afraid to make mistakes! That is part of the learning process!

No teasing others

BYODBYODDevice Procedures: BYOD means bring and use for

educational reasons. The only other reason for using your phone is to listen to music (ONLY WHEN DESIGNATED).DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PHONE OUT ON YOUR DESK TO CHECK THE TIME. NOT AN OPTION. THERE IS A CLOCK ON THE WALL AND A DIGITAL CLOCK ON THE TV.

LL isten and follow all class & MHS isten and follow all class & MHS directionsdirections

Keep your electronics put Keep your electronics put awayaway Cell phones, chargers, earphones, and other

electronic devices including IPods and tablets are prohibited in the classroom unless otherwise instructed by teacher. If a cell phone or other device is seen by the teacher from any student the following consequences will take place: First time – a warning will be issued to the class as a wholeSecond time – class will receive an “X” for the class periodThird time – class will receive a second “X” for the class periodFourth time – “Three strikes you’re out!” - students receive “THE BOX”

 

When a class has been assigned “THE BOX”, students will be required to place their cellphones and other electronic devices inside “THE BOX”. These items will remain in the teacher’s possession until the end of the class period.If a student refuses to turn over their cell phone or electronic device and it is discovered during the course of the class period, the student will be written an office referral for insubordination.

Choices/ConsequencesChoices/Consequences If you cause a problem, I will ask you to

solve it. If you can’t solve the problem, or choose

not to, I will do something to solve the problem.

What I do, will depend on the person and the situation.

If you feel something is unfair, we will talk as soon as we can.

No profanity or obscenities will be tolerated in this class. It is imperative to be respectful of others at all times.

Typically I will follow this procedure: 1. Warning2. Conference, Parent contact, etc. 3. Detention (to be served before school by

the next time I see you) and Action Plan4. Office referral

1. Any student who uses profanity, fights, damages school property (this includes the property of the teacher and other students), or is disrespectful (as defined by the teacher) will be sent to the office IMMEDIATELY.

Fair vs. EqualFair vs. Equal

Fair vs. EqualFair vs. EqualTo ensure that you all get the best education possible, you will each get what YOU need to be successfulThis does not mean that every student

will get the EXACT SAME thingPlease remember that you do not know

every one’s story, every one does not have the same life as you, so please understand I am acting in the best interest of each individual student.

Getting Your AttentionGetting Your Attention

I will . . .

Stand in front of the class.

Raise my hand & say “Class, Class”.

Wait for everyone to be quiet.

Begin speaking.

Moving Around the RoomMoving Around the Room

Do not ask or get up when I am talking or during a classroom discussion unless you are dying.

You may get up to sharpen your pencil, blow your nose, or throw away trash.

All other reasons, you must ask permission.

After anAfter an Absence Absence Go to the Student Center.Check the calendar for what was done on

the day you missed, and grab it from the pink & green folders or black drop down file folder.

If you absence is excused, you have the equivalent days to make it up.

Make-up work for unexcused will receive proper deductions.

Make-up quiz/tests will be taken by appointment only.

Restroom passesRestroom passes You will get three

restroom passes each six-weeks.

Any pass that you don’t use can be turned in at the end of the six-weeks for extra credit.

You may not go to the restroom during prime time (first 45 minutes of class), while I am teaching, or if you don’t have your passes with you.

TAPSTAPSTALKING AND PLAYING STOPS

◦During Bell Ringer and Closure◦During Quiz/Tests◦During classroom discussion◦During independent work

Total And Perfect Silence

Finish Classwork EarlyFinish Classwork Early“What do I do next?”

ActivitiesActivitiesFirst, check to make sure that you followed

all directions and completed the entire assignment. Yes, there may be a back side of the paper!

Work on unfinished English assignments.Choose a book from the classroom library

to read.Organize your folder.If you cannot find work for yourself, work

will be given to you.

Class DismissalClass Dismissal

•The teacher dismisses you, not the bell. •Do not start packing up prior to the bell.

““Special” ProceduresSpecial” ProceduresThese will be introduced on an “as needed” basis.These will be introduced on an “as needed” basis.

Library/Computer LabSpecial guestsProgress ReportsWorking CooperativelyFire Drill Intercom AnnouncementsAssembliesSubstitute Teacher

Extra CreditExtra CreditYou can bring the following for

extra credit points.◦2AB- hand sanitizer (medium-large)◦3A/1B- Kleenex◦4AB- markers, map pencils, or glue

iPad agreementiPad agreementRead the policies for using iPads.Sign and date the bottom of the page.

I will give you an iPad number (found on the back of the iPad) & that will be your iPad until I tell you otherwise.

myFuture

FutureQuest Step 3

myFuture

The more that you read, the more things you will know.The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.

Dr. Seuss

myFuture

• myRoad to Graduation and Beyond

Mesquite ISD Mesquite ISD GraduationGraduation PlanPlan

For StudentsFor StudentsEntering High SchoolEntering High SchoolIn 2014 and BeyondIn 2014 and Beyond

The Foundation Program The Foundation Program 24 credits24 credits

•4 credits in English•3 credits in Math•3 credits in Science•3 credits in Social Studies•2 credits in LOTE•1 credit in PE•1 credit in Fine Arts•1 credit in Technology•.5 credit in Health•.5 credit in Speech•5 credits in electives

Endorsements Endorsements Minimum of 26 CreditsMinimum of 26 Credits

STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)STEM (science, technology, engineering, math)

Business and IndustryBusiness and Industry

Public ServicePublic Service

Arts and HumanitiesArts and Humanities

MultidisciplinaryMultidisciplinary

All endorsements require Algebra 2 and English IV.All endorsements require Algebra 2 and English IV.

myRoad: High School

• Checklist for Success– Set goals– Challenge yourself – Create a strong course schedule (work hard)– Identify subjects that interest you– Make good choices

Creating myRoad to myFutureIdentify Skills for SuccessCritical Reading: “The more that you read, the more things you will know.”

– Words in context – Reading Closely

• citing evidence• central ideas/themes

– Summarizing– Rhetorical analysis

• Text structure - purpose• Point of view• Argument – claims, counterclaims, reasoning, evidence

– Synthesis• Multiple texts• Graphics

What I do today matters!

Creating myRoad to myFuture

Identify Skills for SuccessWriting:

• Word choice/grammatical relationships• Structures used to modify and compare• Phrases/clauses • Sentence structures • Relationships of sentences/paragraphs

What I do today matters!

Checkpoints on myRoad to myFuture

Assessments:

--STAAR–PSAT (10th grade)–SAT (11th/12th grade)

myRoad Action Plan

• What comes next?– Meet the Challenge– Set a Goal– Build the Skills for Success

TriviaTriviaWe will play 4 rounds – nerd, sports,

Disney, name that tune, and current events.The winning group will get extra

credit!Remember, you are working with

your group so don’t let other groups overhear your answers.

You must complete the packet to receive credit.

You can DOUBLE DOWN on one round, which means you play for double the points. You must write double down at the top of the page for the round that you pick.

ClosureClosureEach day we will do an exit ticket, either

on paper or online.Get out a sheet of paper and write your

name at the top.Write a letter to me explaining at

least three things that you want me to know about you.◦ Family, something you look forward to, a concern

that you have, a sport that you play, etc.

Dear Ms. AD, Tell me three things about yourself in at least

three sentences.Sincerely,

Your name

Have an awesome year!” – Ms. Daniels

““I truly believe in your potential and I know that I truly believe in your potential and I know that you have the ability to succeed!you have the ability to succeed!

“Perhaps, the most valuable result of all “Perhaps, the most valuable result of all education is the ability to make yourself do the education is the ability to make yourself do the thing you have to do, when it ought to be done, thing you have to do, when it ought to be done, whether you feel like it or not.”whether you feel like it or not.” –Thomas Huxley –Thomas Huxley