TEACHER EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS:

Mature behavior is expected at all times. Students must be respectful of the teacher and other students. Students can expect to be referred to the administration for disrespect, defiance or a lack of cooperation. No student has the right to take away from the education of others through disruptive behavior.

TARDY POLICY: Students must abide by the school-wide tardy policy. Ms. Davis expects the students to be in their seats when the bell rings, not still outside or wandering the room.

FOOD and DRINK: No food will be allowed in the classroom unless specifically approved by the teacher -- for example, teacher rewards, special celebrations, etc. Offenders will be warned. Repeat offenders will be referred. Drinks are allowed ONLY if in a container with a secure top. Open cans of soda are not allowed, but screw-top bottles are okay IF they remain closed except when student is actually drinking.

In all events, if food or drink becomes a classroom distraction -- other students are asking for a share, etc.-- then it will be confiscated and banned in the future.

No cellphones may be used in the classroom. If a student decides to use a cellphone in class, he or she will have two choices: hand it over, or be referred to an administrator immediately. The first time, the device will be returned at the end of class. The second time, it will be turned in to Student Services and must be retrieved by a parent. The third time, a referral will be written.