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"Nifty Fifty"
Classroom Rules 
Rules 1-5
Rules 6-10
Rules 11-15
Rules 16-20
Rules 21-25
Rules 26-30
Rules 31-35
Rules 36-40
Rules 41-45
Rules 46-50
Consequences
RULE 1
When responding to any adult, you must answer by saying
“Yes ma’am” or “No sir.” If you know the adult you are responding to, you must
answer “Yes Mr. Sleichter or (enter adults name)” Just nodding your head or
saying any other form of yes or no is not acceptable.
RULE 2
Make eye contact. When someone is speaking, keep your eyes
on him or her at all times. If someone makes a comment, turn and face that
person.
RULE 3
If someone in the class wins a game or does something well,
we will congratulate that person. Claps should be of at least three seconds in
length with the full part of both hands meeting in a manner that will give the
appropriate clap volume.
RULE 4
During discussions, respect other students’ comments,
opinions, and ideas. When possible, make statements like, “I agree with John,
and I also feel that……” or “I disagree with Sara. She made a good point, but I
feel that…..” or I think Victor made an excellent observation, and it made me
realize….”
RULE 5
If you win or do well at something, do not brag. If you
lose, do not show anger. Instead, say something like, “I really enjoyed the
competition (game), and I look forward to playing you again,” or “Good Game”, or
don’t say anything at all. To show anger or sarcasm, such as “I wasn’t playing
hard anyway, You really aren’t that good,” shows weakness.
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RULE 6
If you are asked a question in conversation, you
should ask a question in return. If someone asks, “Did you have a nice
weekend?” you should answer the question and then ask a question in return. For
example:
Me: “Did you have a nice weekend?”
You: “Yes, I had a great time.
My family and I went shopping. What about you?
Did you have a nice weekend?”
It is only polite to show others that you are just as
interested in them as they are in you.
RULE 7
When you cough or sneeze or burp, it is appropriate to turn
your head away from others and cover your mouth with the full part of your
hand. Using a fist is not acceptable. Afterward, you should say, “Excuse Me.”
RULE 8
Do not smack your lips, tsk, roll your eyes, or show
disrespect with gestures.
RULE 9
Always say thank you when I give you something. If you do
not say it within three seconds after receiving the item, I will take it back.
There is no excuse for not showing appreciation.
RULE 10
When you are given something from someone, never insult
that person by making negative comments about the gift or by insinuating that it
wasn’t appreciated.
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RULE 11
Surprise others by performing random acts of kindness. Go
out of your way to do something surprisingly kind and generous for someone at
least once a month.
RULE 12
Occasionally we may grade each other’s papers as a group.
When grading other students’ papers, if you give someone an incorrect grade,
whether it is higher or lower than they deserve, the amount the grade differs
from the actual grade will be deducted from your paper. The only marks you are
to make on others’ papers are an “X” and the number they got incorrect.
RULE 13
When we read together in class, you must follow along. If
I call on you to read, you must know exactly where we are and begin reading
immediately.
RULE 14
Answer all written questions with a complete sentence. For
example, if the question asks, “What is the capital of Kansas?” You should
respond by writing, “The capital of Kansas is Topeka.” Also, in conversations
with others, it is important to use complete sentences out of respect for the
person’s question. For example, if a person asks, “How are you?” instead of
just responding by saying, “Fine,” you should say, I am doing fine, thank you.
How about yourself?”
RULE 15
At times throughout the year, I will give rewards for good
behavior, academic performances, and other acts worthy of praise. If you ever
ask me for a reward, however, it will not be given. It is rude to ask if you
are getting something for good behavior. You should be good and try your best
because you are trying to better yourself, not because you are anticipating a
reward. I usually give some sort of reward to everyone who scores 100 on unit
tests. If you make 100 and ask if you are getting something, no one who made
100 will be given anything.
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RULE 16
Homework and signed planners will be turned in each
day for each subject by every student with no exceptions. If a student does not
do a homework assignment, he or she will lose all recess privileges for that day
and will be required to finish the said homework assignment during those times.
NO EXCEPTIONS!
RULE 17
When we are in transition from one subject to the other,
the change will be swift, quiet, and orderly. We should be consistently able to
turn from one book to another, complete with all homework and necessary
materials, as quickly as possible. The opportune amount of time to spend in
transition should be less than fifteen seconds, and we will work toward a goal
of ten seconds.
RULE 18
You will make every effort to be as organized as possible.
RULE 19
When I assign homework, there is to be no moaning or
complaining. Moaning or complaining will result in a doubled assignment for the
whole class.
RULE 20
While you are with a substitute teacher, you will obey the
same rules that you follow when I am with you. (I know this is hard, but it is
important.)
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RULE 21
We will follow certain classroom protocols. We will be
organized, efficient, and on task. In order to do so, we will follow these
rules:
A.
Do not get out of your seat without permission. Exception: If your are
sick, leave immediately.
B.
Do not speak unless:
1.
You raise your hand, and I call on you.
2.
I ask you a question and you are responding.
3.
It is recess or lunch.
4.
I instruct you otherwise (for example, during group work).
RULE 22
You may bring a bottle of water, if it seals with a lid and
will not spill if turned over, and leave it on your desk. Do not ask me if you
can get water while I am teaching a lesson. If you abuse this privilege your
water bottle privilege will be taken away for the rest of the year.
RULE 23
Quickly learn the names of other teachers and staff in the
school and greet them by saying things like, “Good morning, Mr. Brown,” or “Good
afternoon, Mrs. Smith. That is a very pretty dress.” (Note: If you are in line
with the rest of the class, you are not allowed to speak to the teachers at that
time because the no talking rule is in effect. You should speak to other
teachers if you are entering or leaving school, on recess, on an errand, or
changing classes.)
RULE 24
Flush the toilet and wash your hands after using the
restroom. Wash your hands with soap and water, and then shake them off in the
sink before drying them with a paper towel. When getting a paper towel only
take one at a time, taking more paper towels than you need is wasteful.
RULE 25
We will often have visitors to our school. If someone is
coming to visit our class, I will send two students to the front door of the
building. You will have a sign to welcome the person. When our visitor arrives,
you will shake hands, tell him or her who you are, and welcome the person to our
school. You will take the visitor on a small tour of the building before
bringing him or her to the classroom.
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RULE 26
Do not save seats in the lunchroom. If someone wants to sit
down, let him or her. Do not try to exclude anyone. We are a family, and we
must treat one another with respect and kindness.
RULE 27
If I or any other teacher in the school is speaking to or
disciplining a student, do not look at the student. You wouldn’t want others
looking at you if you were in trouble or being reprimanded, so don’t look at
others in that situation. If you are the student I am talking to, do not get
angry or fuss at students who are looking at you. Let me know and I will handle
the situation.
RULE 28
If you have a question about your homework, you may call
me. If I am not there to answer the phone, please leave a message in the
following manner: “Hi, Mr. Sleichter, this is ______________________________. I
need help with the ___________ homework. You can call me back until ______:00.
My phone number is ______________. Thank you.”
RULE 29
There will be times when you will work with other students
in groups. When it becomes necessary for me to gain everyone's attention again,
I will say “VOICES” you will say “OFF”. I expect you to stop what you are doing
or saying and look at me within two seconds.
RULE 30
After we eat, we will clean up after ourselves. This
includes cleaning off the table and making sure we haven’t left any trash on the
floor or around the eating area. It is important to be responsible for your
trash no matter where you are and to be sure not to litter.
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RULE 31
When we ride on a bus, we will always sit facing forward.
We will never turn around to talk to other students, stick anything out of the
windows, or get out of our seats. When we exit the bus, we will always thank
the bus driver and tell him/her to have a good day.
RULE 32
When we go on field trips, we will meet different people.
When I introduce you to the people, make sure that you remember their names.
Then, when we are leaving, make sure to shake their hands and thank them,
mentioning their names as you do so.
RULE 33
Whenever you are offered food, whether it is on a buffet or
treats in class, never take more than your fair share. You never want to be
greedy and try to get more than you should, not only because it is wasteful, but
also because it is disrespectful to other when you do not leave enough for them.
RULE 34
Whether we are in school or on a field trip, if
someone drops something, pick it up and hand it back to them. Even if they are
closer to the object, it is only polite to make the gesture of bending down to
retrieve the item.
RULE 35
If you approach a door and someone is following you, hold
the door. If the door opens by pulling, pull it open, stand to the side and
allow the other person to pass through first, then you can walk through. If the
door opens by pushing, hold the door after you pass through.
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RULE 36
If someone bumps into you, even if it was not your fault,
say “Excuse me.”
RULE 37
When we are on a field trip, there will be no talking as we
enter the building, We will enter the building so quietly that no one will even
notice that we are there. This rule applies to entering any place where people
are gathered, whether it is the movies, a church, a theater, or any other venue.
RULE 38
During an assembly, do not speak and do not look around and
try to get the attention of your friends in other classes. We must uphold an
image that shows we have our act together!
RULE 39
When answering the telephone in our classroom always say,
"Mr. Sleichter’s classroom, ______________ (student name) speaking, How may I
help you. Is this an urgent call or may I take a message.” Be kind, polite and
helpful.
RULE 40
When we return from a trip, you will shake my hand as well
as the hands of every chaperone. You will thank us for taking the time to take
you on the trip, and you will let us know that you appreciate having the
opportunity to go. I am not concerned with being thanked; I am concerned with
teaching you that it is appropriate to show appreciation when someone has gone
out of his or her way to help you.
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RULE 41
When in a line, walk single file, two to three feet behind
the person in front of you with your arms at your sides. You should face
forward at all times. There will be absolutely no talking.
RULE 42
Never cut line. If someone cuts in front of you, do not
say or do anything about it. Let it happen, but let me know about it. I will
handle the situation. If you fuss with someone who has cut in line, you could
get in trouble as well. It’s not worth it; just let me know what happened.
Please handle all disputes with other classmates in the same manner, by coming
to me with any problems before you take matters into your own hands.
RULE 43
If any child in this school is bothering you, let me know.
I am your teacher, and I am here to look after you and protect you. I am not
going to let anyone in this school bully you or make your feel uncomfortable. In
return, I ask that you not take matters into your own hands; let me deal with
the student.
RULE 44
Stand up for what you believe in. You shouldn’t take no
for an answer if you heart and mind are leading you in a direction that you feel
strongly about.
RULE 45
Be positive and enjoy life. Some things just aren’t
worth getting upset over. Keep everything in perspective and focus on the good
in your life.
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RULE 46
Accept that you are going to make mistakes. Learn
form them and move on.
RULE 47
No matter what the circumstances, always be honest. Even
if you have done something wrong, it is best to admit it to me, because I will
respect that, and oftentimes, I will forget any disciplinary measures because of
your honesty.
RULE 48
Be the best person you can be.
RULE 49
Always have two sharpened pencils in you desk to start off
each day.
RULE 50
Have fun and always try to keep a smile on your face!
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Consequences for
Breaking Rules
Name on Board
Warning, no consequences other than the name being on the
board
One Check
Students with one check will be given silent lunch. If it
is after lunch, the silent lunch will be for the following day. All students
who have one check will be eating lunch with me at a table off to the side. NO
talking, whatsoever, is allowed. If a student laughs or says one word, he/she
will be given another day of silent lunch.
Two Checks
Students with two checks will lose the all recess
privilege. If the incident occurs at the end of the day, they will lose
all recess privileges for the next day. They will be required to fill out
a “Behavior Log” that day and take home for a parent signature. Recess resumes
when evaluation is returned with a parent signature.
Three Checks
Students with three checks by their name will receive
thirty minutes after-school remediation time on the following day. The student
will get a note to fill out and have signed by a parent or guardian and returned
the next morning. If not returned, student loses all recess privileges and will
be given silent lunch, until the slip is returned signed and time has been
spent.
Four Checks
Students that have four checks there will be an immediate
parent-teacher conference about the behavior. They will loss all classroom
privileges until parent-teacher conference is held. The principal will be
called in to assist in the meeting if deemed necessary.
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