Class Rules

Along with the "Core Values" (Integrity, Service and Excellence in All you Do), I have four major rules in my class. The acronym STAR will help you remember them.

S - Sit Smart

T - Track

A - Ask/Answer Appropriately

R - Respect All

Set your standards high. Strive to be the best at what you do. You will stand out. People will notice you and want to be around you because you bring out the best in them as well. You will go places and be given many exciting opportunities that others will never get. Doing what others don't do will set you apart from the crowd and help you achieve the dreams you have. Some standards that you should set for yourself include:

Being on time to class every day
Wear your uniform with pride
Use "Yes Sir", "No Sir", "Please", and "Thank You" when appropriate
Do not blame, complain, or make excuses
Do not use the hall pass except in the case of an emergency

Life, put simply, is a series of choices. Every action is the result of a choice. Responsibility means making the right choice. You can choose to do well in this class, or choose to fail, it's up to you. The sum of your choices will determine your success, but the important thing you need to understand is IT IS UP TO YOU, AND ONLY YOU! You take credit for your success and failure. It's no one else's fault. Not your parents, not your teachers, not your dog, you! It's a scary thought, but empowering as well. Once you realize that you are in control, you can make the right choices and build the life you want.

Show Respect

Respect means:

No food or drinks are allowed in the classroom (other than water)
Clean up after yourself
Keep you hands to yourself
Use the computers for learning, nothing else
Do not distract the others around you

Anything you bring into the classroom needs to leave with you. Please do not leave your mess for others to pick up.

Cell phones are not to be used in class. If I see your phone, I take your phone, no exceptions. In most cases, you can get your phone back after class but if you have a habit of breaking this rule, I may keep your phone until the end of the day.

You are expected to be productive until you are released. Even if we have two minutes left in class, I expect you to be learning. There should be no wasted time in this classroom.

Hall Pass Policy

There are two hall passes in this classroom. The first hall pass is only for emergencies. This should be used rarely. The second hall pass is for going to the office. You will not be allowed in the office without it.