8th Grade Science: Vocabulary for Classroom Expectations and Procedures

Vocabulary flashcards covering classroom rules, policies, procedures, and expectations from the lecture notes.

Policy

A plan that guides actions; in this course, a set of basic classroom rules to maintain a peaceful, productive learning environment.

Classroom Policies

Five foundational rules: be ready to learn, act and speak appropriately, no food or drink, no personal electronics, and respect the classroom environment (water allowed).

Consequence

A result that follows from not following a policy; may include warning, conference, parent contact, or referral to administration.

Warning

An initial caution given for misbehavior.

Conference with student

A formal discussion between the student and teacher about behavior and expectations.

Formal parent contact

Notifying a parent/guardian about a student's behavior or performance.

Referral to Administration

Sending a student’s disciplinary issue to school administrators for further action.

Procedure

The set of steps or method used to perform a task efficiently.

Class Procedures

Routine steps used for common classroom tasks and activities; may change as needed.

Entering Class

Process: bring necessary materials, check dress code, enter quietly, go to seat, and begin with bellringer.

Bellringer activity

A short task completed at the start of class to focus students' attention.

Dress Code

Rules about clothing (e.g., shirt tucked in, belt worn, ID visible) for classroom appearance.

ID

Identification badge required for attendance and school safety.

Water exception

Water is the only beverage allowed in class.

No food or drink

Food and drinks are not allowed during class time.

No personal electronics

Personal electronic devices are not allowed during class unless specified.

During Instruction

Guidelines for active listening and orderly participation: listen, no side conversations, raise hand to speak, and ask questions after instruction.

Quiet work / whispering

Work time should be quiet or at a whisper level to respect others.

Absent

Missed class; check with the teacher for make-up work; assignments may be made up within five days.

Make-up work

Assignments given to compensate for excused absences; due within a specified timeframe.

Google Classroom

Online platform where assignments and make-up work are posted.

Dismissal

Process of leaving class: tidy the workspace, wait for permission, and exit quietly.

Tardy

Late arrival to class; requires a signed hall pass; 10 minutes or more late may count as unexcused absence.

Hall pass

Authorized permission to leave the classroom or arrive late.

Proper dress code

Shirt tucked, belt on, and ID around neck.