1.

Arrive on Time: To keep the classroom running smoothly, everyone

needs to be on time and ready to start class. Students outside the door and
rushing in after the bell has begun to ring will be considered tardy. You
must be in your seat when the bell rings to be counted present.
2. Turn Off Cell Phones and Electronic Devices: When class is in
session, cell phones and other electronic devices (mp3 players, tablets)
must be turned off. If they are not turned off, they will be confiscated.
3. No Food or Drinks: Eating and drinking should be reserved for
lunchtime and breaks between class. (However, exceptions should be made
for students with medical needs.)
4. Attend to Personal Needs Before Class: Use the restroom or stop at
your locker before class to avoid causing disruption for your fellow
students. Hall passes are limited, so please do not ask for a pass unless you
have a true emergency.
5. Bring Required Materials Every Day: Unless you have been
instructed otherwise, come to class prepared with all of the required
materials you were advised to bring at the beginning of the school year. Do
not interrupt the teacher or other students to ask to borrow items you
forgot to bring to class.

1. Start Your Assignment When the Bell Rings: Directions will be

posted on the board or on the projection screen when you arrive for class.
Please do not wait to be reminded to begin your assignment.
2. Use Polite Speech and Body Language: Always behave in a way that
is respectful to your teacher and fellow students. Unkind teasing and
impolite behavior are unacceptable at all times and may lead to discipline.
Be respectful of other students when they are speaking. Any form of
bullying will not be tolerated.
3. Speak When Permitted: Most of the time, you must raise your hand in
class and wait to be called on before speaking. There may be times during
group work when quiet talking is permitted. Be aware of when talking is
and isn't allowed. It is important that students remain quiet during exams
until all students have finished.
4. No Cheating: Students caught cheating will receive a zero and a phone
call home. Both the student who shares his work and the person who
copies it will suffer the same consequences. Be mindful of accidental
cheating by covering your paper during exams and preparation of other
graded assignments.

1. Listen and Follow Directions: It is important for you to pay attention

in class and follow the teacher's directions. You will be a more successful
student if you listen in class and follow instructions.
2. Never Pack Up Before It's Time to Leave: It may be tempting to pack
up early when it's getting close to the end of class. Nevertheless, you should
wait until the teacher has dismissed you before preparing to leave.
3. Turn in Work on Time: Unless you have been given an extension,
always turn your work in on time. Late assignments will receive a lower
score.
4. Use Technology for Learning: If the class is using some kind of
technology, such as computers or tablets, for a lesson, use the technology
for its intended purpose—learning. Don't browse the web or visit social
media.
5. Make up Missed Work: If you have missed a lesson or an assignment,
make arrangements with your teacher to complete the work you missed.
6. If You Have a Question, Ask for Help: If something is confusing—
such as assignment instructions or something in your reading materials—
ask your teacher or another student for help.
 Course overview: Provide a map of where the class will start and end, and what you
expect them to understand at the end of the semester. See the Course Design page for
resources on creating and summarizing course goals.

 Departmental Requirements/Expectations: If your department sets standards and

requirements, you may want to establish that you are required to work within those
parameters. Vanderbilt Teaching Assistants may want to refer to Questions TAs Might
Ask Their Supervisors for assistance understanding this information. This may be the
best time to discuss Vanderbilt University’s Honor System.

 Presentation of material: Tell your students how you will provide them with the
materials they need to be successful in class. Do you post Web-based materials
on Brightspace, or rely on electronic course reserves through the Library? Will your
students have to schedule evenings to watch films or attend performances? Will you
lecture and expect them to take notes on your presentations?

 Expectations for class time: How will the student feel confident and competent in your
classroom? Is the class discussion-based? Do you follow your syllabus or do you
improvise? Do they need to bring their books every day? Tell them what they can expect
and how can they interact within those expectations to thrive in your classroom.

 Expectations outside of class: Provide them with an idea of what they will need to
prepare for the course outside of class. Is their preparation primarily reading and writing
individually, or will they be working in groups? Will they need to turn in assignments
electronically outside of class hours? Give them enough information so they will be able
to plan their schedules accordingly.

 Instructor responsibilities:
o Establish what you will provide for your students to be successful in your class.
This may include in-class material, study guides, meaningful and prompt
feedback on assignments, facilitation of discussion, attention to students with
special needs, and a positive and welcoming classroom environment.
o Assert your boundaries: Let your students know how to contact you and when.
For example communicate or provide your office hours, office phone number,
availability for instant messaging, email, and when you do not respond (evenings,
weekends, and traveling for example). If you are traveling during the semester,
you may want to explain the dates that you will not be available.
o You may also want to alert your students to the events, habits, or situations that
detract from your ability to fulfill your responsibility. For example, if late
assignments, lack of participation, or sleeping during your lectures distracts you
from timely and persuasive teaching, explain why you cannot tolerate these
events and how you handle them when they occur.

 Student responsibilities: If attendance is required, participation is mandatory, or you

want them to read the assignment before class, explain to your students that this is
expected of them throughout the semester. Explain policies on absences, make-ups,
emergencies, and accommodating special needs. You may also remind them that they
are responsible for their success and communicating with you when they have need
assistance or have other concerns. The university launched new Title IX and Student
 Discrimination, Student Access Services and Equal Employment Opportunity offices to
serve students, faculty and staff Jan 15, 2018
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 7th Grade Classroom Rules
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1. The Golden Rule:

Treat others the way you would like to be treated

2. Raise your hand to speak and wait your turn

3. Do your homework

4. Be prepared for each class every day

5. Do your own best work (no cheating)

6. Come to class ready to learn

Remember, each of us can learn to do things well,

but to learn something until we have mastered it,
we must go through some steps:

First, have a good teacher/role model

Second, learn in small steps

Things may be hard at first, but keep trying!

Practice, practice, practice

Make mistakes and learn from them

Practice more

Keep trying until you’ve mastered it, and you will

master it if you allow yourself to follow these steps!!