This document outlines the classroom rules, procedures, and expectations for Ms. Thompson's 6th grade science class at Havenview Middle School. It introduces Ms. Thompson and provides details about classroom rules regarding behavior, attendance, and respect. Consequences for violating rules are explained. The document also outlines the school's expectations for students and emergency protocols for evacuations, severe weather, and lockdowns. Students are reassured not to feel overwhelmed by the information and that they will learn and follow the guidelines over time.

1. Havenview Middle School
Ms. T. Thompson
6th Grade Science Teacher
Classroom Rules, Guidelines & Procedures

2. Who am I?
• My name is Tekela Thompson.
• Graduated from Whitehaven High School in 2005
• Graduated from University of Memphis in 2011g
• Have 13 brothers and sisters between my mom and dad
• Loves going to church, shopping, reading, and EATING
• Strong passion for working with children & youth
• First year teacher
• Laughter is good for the soul
• Loves science and math

3. Who am I?

4. Classroom Rules: BE S.M.A.R.T.
1. Stay seated until recognized. Raise your
hand before you speak.
o DO NOT HOLLER OUT ANSWERS!
o DO NOT Get Out off Your Seat unless
instructed
o Proper and neat uniform attire.

5. Classroom Rules: BE S.M.A.R.T.
2. Make friends, be polite, and other considerate.
o Get to know your classmates
o Speak those around you
o 6TH grade is new to all of you….. Offer a lending
hand to your classmates

6. Classroom Rules: BE S.M.A.R.T.
• 3. Arrive on time, prepared and ready to learn.
o Have all your classroom materials with you.
o Be in class before the tardy bell rings
o Turn in homework immediately entering class
o Start on the bellwork

7. Classroom Rules: BE S.M.A.R.T.
4. Respect yourself and others.
o Keep your hands and feet to yourself
o No name calling or checking
o Make sure your uniform is neat. ABSOLUTELY NO
SAGGING!
o DO NOT BE “A JOEY.” (Bottom right corner)

8. Classroom Rules: BE S.M.A.R.T.
5. Try your best.
o Never say you can’t do
o Make an attempt to complete the assignments
o Confused? Ask questions

9. Classroom Consequences
1. Verbal Warning
2. Student/Techer Conference
3. Lunch Detention
4. Parent Teacher Conference
5. Office Referal

10. New School Expectations
• To learn and master rigorus and higher content
information
• To achieve being more independent individuals
• To increase Speaking, Reading, Listening, and Writing
skills
• Preparation for College and Career Readiness

11. School and Classroom Emergency Protocols
1. Evacuation Plan
 Take the closet and safest
way out as posted
 Take the roll book for
students accounting
 Leave all belongings behind
 Go to designated Assembly
Area
 Check for injuries
 Take attendance
 Wait for further instructions
2. Severe Weather
 Take the closet, safest route
to shelter in safe area
 Take roll book for attendance
 Talk attendance
 Assist those needing help
 Close all doors
 Remain in safe area for “all
clear”

12. School and Classroom Emergency Protcols
3. Lockdown
 Clear the hallways
immediately
 Report to the nearest
classroom
 Assist those needing help
 Close and lock all windows
and doors
 Do not leave for any reason
 Stay away from all windows
and doors
 Move students to the interior
walls or closet
Shut off all lights and
remain QUIET!
Wait for further
instructions.

13. A LOT MUCH, HUH?
o Do not become overwhelmed with this information.
o We will discuss it further is day
o You will learn it and abide it
o Now let’s get to know who you are and more about
Science!

14. The End. WE’RE READY!!!
This school year will be great!!!!
LET’S GET STARTED!!!