Mrs. Erin Miller

Language Arts Instructor8th Grade

Memorial Middle SchoolOrlando, Florida

Who is this teacher as a person?

Will this teacher treat me fairly?

Yes,Always!

What will I be doing this year?

How will I be graded?• Classwork = 30 %• Homework = 10%• Employability Skills = 5%• Paper/Projects = 20%• Quizzes = 15%• Tests = 20%

What are the rules in this classroom?

1.Be seated with all materials and supplies when class begins.

2.Complete all assignments on time.3.Respect each other’s opinions, space, and

belongings.4.Try your hardest.5.Make solutions, not excuses.

Classroom Guidelines

Guideline #1

Be in your assigned seat and working on the assigned bell work when the tardy bell rings.

Guideline #2

Bring ALL books and materials to class and take them with you when you leave.

Guideline #3

Follow directions the first time they are given.

Guideline #4

Treat each person in this room with respect and dignity.

Guideline #5

Follow all rules, procedures and policies as outlined in the Memorial Middle School and Orange County Public Schools handbooks.

Conduct Cards

•Read it

•Sign it

•Keep it until the end of class to discuss with the teacher.

Bad Day?

-Check your attitude at the door

-Don’t take it out on anyone else (you wouldn’t appreciate someone doing it to you).

-You can always work alone.

-Do NOT stop another student from getting his/her work done just because you’re having a bad day.

Severe Clause• 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.

Following Guidelines will result in:• Verbal Acknowledgement• A stress free learning

environment• A pleasant and orderly

classroom atmosphere• Greater opportunity of

mastering concepts needed.

Language Arts (L.A.) Bucks • How you get one:

– Be a helper (5 bucks)– Help another student (1 buck)– Donate a book (5 bucks)– Clear conduct card for one

week (1 buck)

• Trade them in for:Class suppliesCandyGet-out-of-homework free card100 on a quiz

Classroom Procedures

Entering the roomEntering the room• Please enter quietly

• Have a seat

• Take out your materials

• Review the agenda

• Begin bell work assignment

When you are tardyWhen you are tardy•Enter quietly

•Excused: Place excuse in the tray on my desk

•Unexcused: Take your seat silently and quickly.

• Have a seat and take out your materials

Getting your attentionGetting your attentionI will:

•Stand in front of the class•Raise my hand •Wait for everyone to be quiet•Begin speaking

Paper HeadingPaper Heading•On the top right hand corner of the paper

John SmithMs. MillerPeriod 1August 24, 2009

•Place on all assignments (unless otherwise stated)

After an absence After an absence • Go to the calendar• Look up the dates of absence • Write down the missing assignments• Retrieve any handouts and notes via

the teacher website.

Student Incomplete ContractStudent Incomplete Contract•On Friday students who are still missing work will sign the I-contract.•Sign and date it• Due the following Wednesday•Not turning in work will result: Wednesday detention, Saturday School and/or Suspension. •I – contract work is considered late and the highest grade that can be received is a 79%

Finish Classwork EarlyFinish Classwork Early

“What do I do next?”

What Do I Do Next?Activities

• Work on unfinished English assignments• Read your “choice” novel• Work on your weekly homework question

online.• Review vocabulary words• Do an extra credit assignment

Scheduled check outScheduled check out• Please let me know as you

enter the classroom.– I will be at the door

• Quietly raise your hand to get my attention

• Pack your materials and leave at the scheduled time

Turning in papersTurning in papers• Place your assignments in the

appropriate period bins near the door and the computers.

Classroom DiscussionsClassroom Discussions• PLEASE participate• I want to hear what you have to say• Make all questions and

comments relevant to the current discussion

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

Moving around the roomMoving around the room• You must ask permission

• Do not ask during a classroom discussion unless it is an emergency

Class DismissalClass Dismissal•The teacher dismisses you, not the bell

•Do not start packing up prior to the bell

•Wait until the teacher finishes and officially dismisses you.

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

• Library/Media Center• Special guests• Progress Reports• Working Cooperatively• Fire Drill• Intercom Announcements• Assemblies• Substitute Teacher

Remember…I became a teacher because I believe all students have potential. So, come here ready to reach your potential - not waste it.

Mrs. Miller