Classroom Guidelines and Expectations

Welcome new 7th graders and returning 8th graders!  The following guidelines and expectations are to help you have a successful start to the school year.  As you go to your classes, your teachers will tell you their own classroom guidelines.  We all have the same goal: to help you be successful!  We will go into more detail the first day of classes.  If you have any questions, please don't hesistate to ask.

MILLS GUIDELINES AND EXPECTATIONS

BE RESPONSIBLE:

• Be on time, in your seat, and ready to learn when the bell rings.
• Come to class with the materials you need: notebook, folder, textbook, writing utensil, student planner, free reading book, and most importantly, your completed homework.
• Use the restroom, get drinks of water, go to your locker, and sharpen your pencil during passing periods or before class begins.
• Once class has started, do not leave your seat without permission.
• If you are absent, ask the teacher for your make-up work.

BE RESPECTFUL:

• Listen, do not talk, when other students are participating in class discussions.
• If you have questions, raise your hand, and wait (without talking) to be called on.
• Keep your hands and feet to yourself at all times.

BE KIND:

• Treat other people the way you want to be treated.
• No namecalling
• No teasing
• Use a polite, low voice at all times.

BE YOUR BEST:

• Learn all you can.
• Stay on task in class.
• Ignore distractions
• Keep a positive attitude.
• Learn and use the Boystown Skills.

As a class, we will go over the guidelines again and I will answer your questions.  We will also spend time reviewing the Boystown Skills. Enjoy the rest of your summer!