Welcome

Ms. Leone

Room 335

Developmental Reading

The 3 R’s Rights Responsibilities Respect

Right that which is just, fair, or good. I did right by

returning the lost wallet. synonyms: good, virtue antonyms: injustice, wrong

(sometimes plural) that which is due to a person from nature or law. Free speech is one of the most important rights enjoyed by Americans. synonyms: birthright, freedom, power, privilege, title

Right Examples:

Be safe Learn Think and have feelings

Illustration:

Responsibilitypart of speech:

noun

inflections: responsibilities

definition 1:the condition or fact of being responsible. Adults should take responsibility for their actions. synonyms: blame, liability

definition 2:

something that a person is responsible for; duty. His responsibilities at work include typing and filing.  synonyms: blame, business, duty

related words:

chore, fault, job, liability, obligation, task

Responsibility Responsible: expected to take care of particular things or to perform

certain duties. Parents need to be responsible for their children. Don't blame me. I am not responsible for taking care of the dog.

being the cause of something. I am responsible for the accident. similar words: guilty

having good judgment about what is right or wrong; able to be trusted by other people. Our baby-sitter is young but very responsible. synonyms: sane, sensible similar words: moral, reasonable

Responsibility Examples:

Say things that don’t hurt people’s feelings Keep a safe environment Allow the teacher to teach Bring materials Stay in the classroom To create a class that encourages learning Ask for help when you need it Give you grades frequently Communicate with parents

Respectpart of speech: noun

definition:the honor that someone gives to another person. My grandparents enjoy the respect and love of our entire family. synonyms: admiration, honor

related words: consideration, courtesy, credit

part of speech: verb

inflections: respected, respecting, respects

definition:

to give honor to someone; to put someone in a high position in your feelings. You should respect your mother. synonyms: admire, honor similar words: admire, favor, regard

Respect Examples:

Word choices and tone Say nice things Keep classroom looking nice Use time wisely

Illustration:

Teacher & Students Responsibilities

My responsibilities as your teacher: to treat you with respect and care as an

individual To provide you an orderly classroom

environment To provide you with necessary discipline To provide you the appropriate motivation To teach you the required content

Teacher & Students Responsibilities

Your responsibilities as my students To treat me with respect and care as an

individual To attend classes regularly To be cooperative and not disruptive To study and do your work To learn and master the required content

Classroom Procedures

1. Attend to personal needs before coming to class.

I have been instructed NOT to limit passes, so please do not ask for a pass unless you have a true emergency. Bring your pencil and paper everyday! This is high school.

We do not give passes the first or last fifteen minutes of class so that the behavior techs can clear the halls.

Classroom Procedures

2. Come to class on time.

Standing outside the door and rushing in after the bell has begun to ring will constitute a tardy. You must be INSIDE the door when it begins ringing to be counted on time.

Classroom Procedures

3. Begin the start-up/warm-up activity within 1 minute after the tardy bell.

Directions will be on the projection screen/ on the board/ worksheet. Please do not wait for me to remind you to begin since I need to take roll and attend other duties for the first few minutes of the period. When I begin class, directions for start up/warm-up may be taken down, so don’t delay.

Classroom Procedures

4. Remain in your seat during instructions.

Do not disrupt the instruction by sharpening your pencil, throwing away trash, or by getting out of your seat.

Wait until it is an appropriate time to attend to your needs.

Classroom Procedures

5. Be tidy and ask before touching things that do not belong to you.

We share this classroom. Please do not adjust the blinds, erase the board, or touch things that do not belong to you without getting permission first.

Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of your room. This is your second home.

Classroom Procedures

6. Talk only when permitted and remain on task.

Be aware of the situation since quiet talking is allowed in some situations and speaking to the entire group without raising your hand may be allowed in others. I will remind you once and expect compliance.

Classroom Procedures

7. Use polite speech and body language.

Unkind teasing and impolite behavior is unacceptable. Please do not ask to step outside to spit.

Classroom Procedures

Reminder of school rules Wear your uniform every day No hats or scullies Do NOT USE cell phones and other personal

electronic devices.

DCPS Grading System

A 93 – 100 C+ 77 – 79

A- 90 – 92 C 73 – 76

B+ 87 – 89 C- 70 – 72

B 83 – 86 D+ 67 – 69

B- 80 – 82 D 64 – 66

F 0 - 63

How Do I Grade You?

25% Daily Grade: 10 points for being on-time and starting your Activator without prompts

40% Classwork 15% Homework 20% Tests

Progress Reports will be posted and given out twice an advisory

How to contact me

If you need some help or you want to ask course related questions, you can e-mail me at beth.leone@dc.gov

Every Mon and Wed 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM in the Library for GUMSHOE tutoring