Class+Rules

Dear Students:
 * CLASS PARTICIPATION & CONDUCT: **

It goes without saying that everyone wants you to get good grades. I would like to add something to that. I would like to ask each student to //participate//. There is academic value in a student's being present in class, in hearing the explanations of teachers, in discussing subjects with other students. Additionally, you have a right to know what is expected of you from the beginning of the semester. Signing this contract, it means you agree that the rules stated below are reasonable, and you will abide by them.  1. I understand that I am my own manager. Whatever I say or do is my own choice. Therefore, I am responsible for the consequences of my words and actions.  2. Since I am a human being, I am not perfect. I have my bad days. I make mistakes. I get confused. I get angry, sad, and restless. When this happens, I realize that I must act in a way that does not make others feel uncomfortable or resentful. If I want help, I will ask for it directly and honestly.  3. I know that I am unique. I have my own special talents, ideas, and skills. I am capable of success and expect to be treated as a person who can take care of herself or himself.  4. Since not everything in school is perfect, I have a right not to be satisfied. When that happens, I will tell the teacher truthfully, clearly, and calmly what my complaints and resentments are. Then I will give the teacher a fair chance to listen to me and to give me a reasonable response. If I am still not satisfied, I will ask another responsible person of my choice to help me get my message across.  5. I like feeling secure and relaxed. I have a right to learn in a quiet, orderly classroom. I will help keep the class peaceful by respecting myself and all other persons in the room.  6. I will not litter; I will not abuse anyone else’s property; and I will replace what I use, and use only what I need. I will help keep the room neat.  7. I am proud of what I create. I will write so that people can read my work easily. I will put my name on my paper in a way that says, “I did this and I am proud.”  8. I will act so that people will recognize me in a positive way. I will also let other students know when I like their ideas or am grateful for their help in learning.  9. I will try always to come to class on time. Because I am not perfect, I may occasionally be late. When I am, I will come into class in a quiet nonattention-getting manner, supply a written pass, and make an extra effort to catch up what I missed. I understand that when the teacher feels I am coming late too often, I must accept whatever decision the teacher makes.  10. When a substitute teacher or guest comes into class, I will make an extra effort to help that person feel happy he or she came to our school. I will cooperate with the substitute teacher or guest at all times since this is a reflection upon my teacher, my school, and myself.  11. I will take care of what I borrow and return the items promptly.  12. I will express a desire to learn, grow, succeed, and be happy. I understand that the best way to begin doing this is by being totally honest with myself.  13. I will be courteous in my dealings with others and contribute to an atmosphere that generates mutual respect, dignity, and honesty.  14. I will make an effort to do my best work in class.  15. I will accept responsibility for personal property and all school-issued books and materials.  16. I will make every effort to complete all assignments. <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; -x-system-font: none"> 17. I will obey all school regulations as stated in the school handbook and obey those persons entrusted with the authority to enforce these regulations.