7.+Norms+&+Expectations

Our classroom will provide an opportunity for learning about the language and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. It is important to be open-minded and caring about all people in the world. To achieve these goals, respect and encouragement of others is necessary. //I chose to focus on open-mindedness because many students are not aware or lack the knowledge of others in this world. I want to broaden their views and enlighten them.//
 * Norms and Expectations for a Spanish Class **
 * Statement of Purpose: **

//I chose expectations that will better prepared students for college. They must learn how to be responsible and how to act in a classroom of adults. I will treat them so. They will know that I have high expectations because of their capabilities. //
 * Expectations: **
 * Enter the classroom with an open mind and ready to learn and participate
 * Be in your seat writing the day’s objectives when the bell rings
 * Always treat others with respect
 * Keep desks in order, binders organized and sufficient materials available
 * Turn in assignments on time
 * Ask for help when necessary
 * Be inquisitive

**Classroom entry procedure:** //My procedures are designed for young adults. Responsibility is very important, not only in the classroom but in life. The vocabulary I have chosen will benefit the students by expanding their own and showing them that I will not treat them like children. I want the least amount of disruptions as possible, as this will create more time for class instruction and less distraction for peers and me.//
 * Address the teacher and peers as you walk in with a Spanish greeting
 * Turn in any homework assignment if stated in the day’s objective before sitting
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Sit, write down the day’s objectives, and prepare for class
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Classroom bathroom procedure: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Choose a time that is least disruptive for the class
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Quietly walk to the door and fill out the sign out sheet
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Take the bathroom pass with you
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Return within 7 minutes
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Late entry procedure: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Do so as quietly as possible
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Make sure you have a tardy pass
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Put it on the teacher’s chair at her desk
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Turn in homework if necessary
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Take a seat and write down objectives before participating with the class
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Work completion procedure: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Turn in your homework assignments promptly or as soon as possible
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Class assignments to be submitted for grading will either be turned in that day or on the following day as homework; it is up to the teacher’s discretion
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Any late assignments must be discussed with the teacher; do so as early as possible
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">After in-class completion of assignments, respect your peers by completing other assignments, preparing for the next lesson or reading unless otherwise instructed by the teacher
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Participation procedure: **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Raise your hand to ask questions and to respond to the teacher and/or classmates
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Do not disrupt the class by blurting out answers
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Listen to others’ answers, questions and comments respectfully and without interruption
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Apply these procedures in group activities

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">**Positive consequences:** <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">//I believe that there are higher expectations for young adults; therefore, positive consequences are necessary, but not to be overdone. Students at this age do need positive reinforcement, and I feel I have chosen some that are desired but in adequately timed. Positive daily consequences are a way to show students that I enjoy having them in my classroom and teaching. They can take my example and use it when they enter the workforce. For positive intermittent consequences, I feel each 9-week period is appropriate timing. Young adults have to prove that they are well-behaved for much longer periods of time than their younger peers. Fun, I feel, is always necessary, so a Fiesta is a way to celebrate their good behavior.//
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Daily: Smiles, praise, encouragement and optimism.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Intermittent: Students who have one or no negative behavior marks every 9-week period will be excused from one homework assignment for the following 9-week period. This does not include study guides or reviews for exams. Although excused, active participation is mandatory and normal classroom procedures still apply.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">End-of-semester: Students with four or less negative behavior marks will be able to attend a Fiesta which includes food, beverages, music and social interaction.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">**Negative consequences:** //<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Students at this age are preparing to graduate and go on to college, for the most part. As young adults entering a more mature world, they must learn that there are only so many chances in life. Giving them too many chances in behavior doesn’t teach them self-control. This is what I would like to address in the classroom. Self-control is necessary in life, and students must learn sooner rather than later how to behave in the classroom, in an office, or in any other social situation. //
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Step 1: Individual reminder: first warning
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Step 2: Individual reminder: second warning – Step out into the hall for a private discussion.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Step 3: Detention 1 with a written assignment – Call parent to address the situation.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Step 4: Detention 2 with a written assignment : Parent Conference
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Step 5: Office referral

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">**Behavior Crisis Plan:**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Have the two students nearest the door immediately go to the office to inform them of the situation; if a more immediate response is necessary, have a student call the office
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Have other students sit quietly at their desks
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Remove misbehaving student from the classroom; keep them in the hallway until help arrives
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Refer to appropriate Negative Consequences step
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Follow-up with administration, parents and student following end of the behavioral crisis; document incident in the crisis journal

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">**Medical Crisis Plan:** //<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">There should always be a plan of action in case of a crisis. Students must know the procedures, as well as who will be calling or going to the office. The situations must be addressed promptly; therefore, any necessary actions must be taken. Keeping students calm is also very important when dealing with a crisis. Things will go much more smoothly, in theory, if students are aware of the plan of action in the event of a crisis. //
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Have the two students nearest the door immediately go to the office to inform them of the situation; if a more immediate response is necessary, have a student call the office
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Help in any way possible
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Move other students away from student and try to keep them calm
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Call 911 if necessary or if no other help arrives
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">After medical emergency is over, document the incident in the crisis journal
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Talk with administration, parents and student for future purposes

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">**Action plan:**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">After going over classroom mission statement, rules, procedures and consequences, have students create posters with this information to put on the walls of the classroom.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Student understanding: Go over plan the first day of class. Put up posters. For fun and a better understanding, have students act out each procedure on the second day of class. Ask for questions. Have students sign a copy of the plan.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 16px;">Parent understanding: Send home a copy and e-mail the classroom mission statement, rules and procedures and positive and negative consequences sheets and have them signed by parents. Include the student’s signature page and a brief message about what to do if they have any questions. Discuss briefly during back-to-school night.