Rule 1:
When responding to any adult, you must answer by saying "Yes, ma'am" or "No sir."
Rule 2:
Make eye contact. When someone is speaking, keep your eyes on him or her at all times.
Rule 3:
If someone in the class wins a game or does something well, we will congratulate that person.
Rule 4:
During discussions, respect other students' comments, opinions, and ideas.
Rule 5:
If you win or do well at something, do not brag. If you lose, do not show anger.
Rule 6:
If you are asked a question in conversation, you should ask a question in return.
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.
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.
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.
Rule 11:
Surprise others by performing random acts of kindness.
Rule 12:
When grading other students' papers, the only marks you are allowed to make are an "X" and the number they got incorrect.
Rule 13:
When we read together in class, you must follow along.
Rule 14:
Answer all written questions with a complete sentence. In conversation, it is important to use complete sentences out of respect for the person's questions.
Rule 15:
If you ask for a reward, it will not be given. It is rude to ask if you are getting something for good behavior.
Rule 16:
Homework will be turned in each day for each subject by every student with no exceptions.
Rule 17:
When we are in transition from one subject to the other, the change will be swift, quiet, and orderly.
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. This will result in a double assignment.
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.)