Getting to know the Agenda Book

What is in it? Redding Middle School contact

information 2008-2009 School Calendar Basic Academic Expectations and

Daily Assignment Records Hall Passes Basic Behavioral Expectations

How will these help me succeed at RMS?

Uses for Contact Information and

School CalendarPhone numbers and Web addresses are given

to help with any school-related issue: Family emergencies Illnesses and make-up work Vacation planning State testing Report cards Bussing School closings

And More!

Basic Academic Expectations and

Daily Assignment RecordsHelp you do your…

Academic FYI:Grading Scale:

Promotion Policy:Pass all 4 core subjects and

success on DSTP

Homework and Make-up work:Necessary and expected on time

Use Daily Assignment Log to record EVERYTHING!!!

Homework assignments Test Grades Due dates Reminders of upcoming events Notes to/from parent/teacher

Hall Passes Limited Number of Pages

Use sparingly and wisely Fill it out completely

YOU write it, teacher signs it Do NOT abuse them

They are a privilege, not a right

Behavior Basics Positive Behavior Support and the

Code of the Knights Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Be a Good Citizen Be There – Be Ready

Behavior Basics cont’d:

Dress Code (No-no!) Headgear Coats/jackets Short skirts or shorts(≥3”above knee) Tank tops Low, see-through, or belly shirts Pajamas Offensive/explicit words or picture Chains and/or spikes

Behavior Basics cont’d:

Code of Conduct References Cafeteria guidelines

Be seated, tidy, and respectful in all ways at all times. Hallway behavior

Hint: A crowded area is the worst place to misbehave.

Locker responsibility It does belong to Redding, not you.

Personal Possessions “The administration forbids items that disrupt the

educational process.”

Behavior Basics cont’d:

Code of Conduct References Cell Phones

“Students who have their cell phones out/on during the school day will have them taken away. Parents will be contacted to arrange the return of the phone.”

Attendance Policies Just be here when you are well – it is best for all.

Medication It ALL belongs at home or with the nurse. Period.

To Review…What are some tools thatare in the agenda to help EVERYONE achieve success?

Do you have…