Locker Etiquette

True or False: Using lockers is a privilege, not a right.

• True

• False

The privilege of using a locker means...(select more than one answer)

• that having lockers is a special opportunity.

• everyone gets a locker, no matter what.

• that anyone who doesn't use his or her locker properly will lose the privilege of using a locker.

• that anyone who is using a locker is expected to follow the rules and expectations of locker use.

When are students allowed to go to their lockers?

• anytime they want

• in the middle of a lesson

• during their lunch WITH permission

• in the morning before school and at the end of the day when the class is packing up for dismissal

How much time should students spend at their lockers?

• As much time as they want. This is a great hang out place to visit with friends, use our phones, and avoid school work.

• Only as much time as it takes to put away supplies or take something out of our lockers.

Which of the following items may be used to decorate your locker?

• magnetic dry erase boards, mirrors, and caddies

• stickers, pictures and notes taped to the locker, "wallpaper"

• locker shelf, disco ball, chandeliers, and other hanging objects

• pictures, notes, and other things hung up by magnets

Answer explanation

The lockers are small and their primary purpose is to store your coat and book bag. Therefore, shelves and hanging objects would take up too much room. Tape, stickers, and other sticky adhesives are difficult to remove without harsh chemicals and should not be used.

You may secure your locker by using a _____, but not a combination lock or a key lock.

True or False: Kicking, hitting, and slamming lockers and locker doors are completely acceptable.

• True

• False

Why should all food and drinks be removed from the locker by the end of every day?

• the food can spoil

• the food can attract ants, mice, and other creatures searching for something to eat

• keeps the locker clean and odor free

• all of the above

Which items should be kept in your locker?

• outerwear, such as coats, hats, gloves, etc.

• book bag with phone safely tucked away

• toys or other items brought in for recess

• all of the above

True or False: It is unacceptable, or not okay, to leave your personal belongings and your trash on the hallway floor.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Make sure all of your belongings fit inside your locker. If an item is too big, bring it to the classroom. If your locker is full of things you do not need, pack those items into your book bag and bring it home.

A large trash can is located at the end of the hallway. THIS is where any trash you have belongs.