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Why is it important for everyone to follow classroom expectations?

• It makes the classroom look nice. And that's what matters.

• It helps everyone have a an environment for learning and it allows everyone to stay safe.

• It's only important to the teacher and the school.

• It allows selfish people to do whatever they want. Other people don't matter. Only they matter!

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

When are you allowed to use the restroom?

• During the 1st /last 10 minutes of class.
• During a test.
• During direct instruction
• During independent work /collaborative work time.

How many people are allowed to use the Restroom at one time?

• Three

• Two

• Only one person may leave the room at a time

Answer explanation

Since only one person may use the restroom at a time, please make sure you are being considerate (another adult skill).

If I leave to use the bathroom Mrs. Patterson will make sure that I have EVERYTHING I missed while I was gone. 

• yes
• NO

Answer explanation

The expectation is that you are using the restroom during passing time.

If you need to use the restroom during class, please wait until there is no Direct Instruction occurring.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

When I am absent I should .....

• Just be absent... I'll get everything I need when I get back.
• Check Google Classroom and the Daily Agenda to find out what I need to do before I return to school.

Answer explanation

This is an adult skill. This involves Critical Thinking. It is the expectation that you will practice this skill while in high school so that you understand how to do this when you are an adult.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

If I return from an absence and my class is taking a test I will....

• Chill on my phone
• take the test with the rest of my class.

Answer explanation

Retakes are always possible. It is better to have a low scoring grade than a ZERO. Mrs. Patterson will work with you to arrange for a retake.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

If I am absent the day of the test I should

• Chill...Mrs. Patterson will take care of things.
• Contact Mrs. Patterson to take the test as soon as possible. 

Answer explanation

This is another adult skill. Please email or speak with Mrs. Patterson about arrangements to make the test up. Practice being an adult and take care of your grade.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which one is NOT an option for making up a test?

• Arranging to take the test at another time

• Arranging to take the test in After School Tutoring.
• Taking the test during class time.

Answer explanation

Mrs. Patterson ALWAYS has something going on during class. If you were to take a make up test during class then you would be missing out on ANOTHER day of classwork.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

If I am absent the day that a long term project is due I should....

• Chill, I should get a few more days...
• Turn it in electronically or have someone bring it to school.

Answer explanation

Long term project due dates will be posted regularly. Making plans to turn in work weeks/months out is an adult skill. Practice this skill in High School.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What must I bring to class EVERY DAY?

• my chromebook
• my football
• my legos
• my artwork