Discipline Policy
Although I have verbally reviewed classroom expectations and my discipline policy with all of my students, I felt that it should be posted on-line as well. I passed out to students a welcome letter on the first day of school, and one of the things that I indicated in that letter was that I took their learning very seriously, which is why I don’t believe in treating matters of discipline lightly.
Talking during instructional times, or engaging in disruptive behavior is not only putting that student at a disadvantage to learn, but it’s also unfair to those students who are behaving properly and attending to what is going on in class. And of course, in science, we do experiments, which involves using delicate equipment. Engaging in horseplay now brings in a safety issue, both for those involved and those students around them.
The classroom expectations that I have are:
· Come to class on time.
· Come to class prepared.
· Be respectful of others and your school.
· Raise your hand and wait to be called upon.
· Be on task, and pay attention.
· Gum, eating, toys, and book bags are not permitted in class.
· Stay in your seat during times of instruction.
For disruptive behavior; that is, talking incessantly, inappropriate talk or actions, discipline measures taken shall be:
· First, verbal warning
· Second, parental contact
· Third, lunch detention
· Fourth, written infraction notice (referral to administrator)
So in summary, there are many objectives that I have to achieve, and want to achieve, as an instructor. Classroom disruptions are disrespectful, cause the student engaging in them to miss important instruction, and are unfair to other students. I am confident that students will adhere to the stated classroom expectations, but at the same time it’s important that there is a clear understanding of consequences when said expectations are not met.