Rule 1: 

When responding to any adult, you

must answer by saying, “Yes, ma’am

or “No, sir.”

Rule 2:  Make eye contact when someone

is speaking.

Rule 3:  If someone in the class wins a game

or does something well, we will

congratulate that person.

Rule 4:  During discussions, respect other

students’ comments, opinions

and ideas.

Rule 5:  If you win or do well at something,

do not brag.  If you lose, do not

show anger.

Rule 6:  If you are asked a question in

conversation, you should ask

a question in return.

Rule 7:  When  you cough or sneeze, cover

your mouth and/or nose.  Then you

say “Excuse me.”

Rule 8:  Do not smack your lips, suck your

teeth, roll your eyes, or show

disrespect with gestures.

Rule 9:  Always say, “Thank you” when

you are given something.

If you do not say it within 3

seconds after receiving the item,

it will be taken from you.

Rule 10:  When someone gives you a gift,

you must never make negative

comments about it or ask for

more.

Rule 11:  Surprise others by performing

random acts of kindness.  Go out

of your way to do something nice

for someone at least once a week.

Rule 12:  When we read together in class, you

must follow along in your texts.

Rule 13:  Answer all written questions with

a complete sentence.

Rule14:  At times throughout the year, we

give rewards.  If you ever ask us for

a reward, however, it will not be

given.

Rule 15:  Homework will be turned in each

Tuesday through Friday by

every student with no exceptions.

Rule 16:  When in transition from one class

to another, you must make the change

swift, quiet, and orderly.  The total

amount of time should be less than

10 seconds, and we will work toward

a goal of 7 seconds.

Rule 17:  You will make every effort to be

organized as possible.

Rule 18:  When homework is assigned, moaning

groaning or complaining by anyone

will result in a double assignment.

Rule 19:  While you are with a substitute teacher,

you will obey the same rules you follow

with your teacher.

Rule 20:  Classroom Rules to be followed:

A.)      Do not get out of your seat

without permission, unless,

you are sick.

B.)      Do not speak unless:

• You raise your head and

• are called on to respond.

• I ask you a question, and

• you are responding.

• It is recess or lunch.

• I instruct you otherwise.

Rule 21:  Quickly learn the names of other

adults in the school and greet

them by name.

Rule 22:  Flush the toilet and wash your hands

after you use of the restroom.

Rule 23:  You will follow the ABC’s of

etiquette while dining in the

cafeteria.

Rule 24:  After we eat, we will clean up

after ourselves.

Rule 25:  When riding a bus you must:

• Face forward

• Talk only to those beside

• Nothing is to be stuck or thrown out the windows.

• Stay in your seat.

• Thank the bus driver when exiting.

Rule 26:  Whenever you are offered

food, never take more than

your fair share.

Rule 27:  No matter where you are, if

someone drops something,

pick it up and hand it back

to that person.

Rule 28:  If you approach a door and

someone is behind you,

hold the door open for that

person.

Rule 29:  If someone bumps into you,

even if is was not your fault,

say, “Excuse me.”

Rule 30:  When you are on a field trip,

very quietly enter the building.

Rule 31:  During an assembly you must:

• Sit quietly
• Face forward
• Do not try to get friends’

attention

• Be respectful to the presenter(s)

Rule 32:  When returning from a field

trip, you will thank the bus

driver and shake hands with

each chaperone and teacher.

Rule 33:  In any line you must:

• Walk single file
• Stay two or three feet

behind the person in front

of you

• Keep arms by your side
• Face forward at all times
• Remain silent

Rule 34:  Never cut in line.

Rule 35:  If any child in this school is

bothering or bullying you,

let the teacher know

immediately.  We are not

going to let anyone in this

school bully or threaten you!

Rule 36:  Be positive and enjoy life.

Focus on the good things.

Rule 37:  Accept that you are going

to make mistakes.  Learn

from them and move on

with your life.

Rule 38:  Always be honest, no matter

what!

Rule 39:  BE THE BEST PERSON YOU

CAN BE!

Rule 40:  Chewing gum is not permitted.