CLASSROOM

MANAGEMENT PLAN
Ms. Jessica Andrus | Jessica.andrus@stpsb.org
Monteleone Junior High | Classroom 305
7th and 8th Grade Math

Classroom Rules

1. Be POSITIVE.
a. Try to have a positive attitude even when it’s not easy.
b. Put forth your best effort.
c. Contribute to a constructive learning environment.

2. Be RESPECTFUL.
a. Show respect for yourself, the teacher, and peers.
b. Be a good listener.
c. Respect others’ property.
d. Pick up after yourself.
e. Use appropriate language.
f. Wear appropriate clothing.
g. Be a kind person.
h. Keep hands to yourself.
i. Ask permission before eating in class.

3. Be RESPONSIBLE.
a. Be on time to class with all materials and supplies.
b. Follow Directions when given.
c. Pay attention, participate, and ask questions.
d. Stay in assigned seat during lessons.
e. Practice safety in the classroom through careful movement (walking) and being mindful of
everyone’s personal space.

Classroom Rules are important because they encourage the best behavior and participation from all
learners to promote a safe, respectful, and positive classroom climate. Rules will be introduced on the first
day of school through a presentation and a discussion will follow for comments and questions. Rules will
also be displayed on one of the front classroom bulletin boards, so they are always visible. The 3 rules
align with the Monteleone school code that Marlins are positive, respectful, and responsible. This
affirmation is read each morning over the schoolwide announcements, so it will help to refresh and remind
students of what is expected of them. We will also heavily review the rules the first few weeks of school
and on Mondays of the first two weeks we will play a couple of rules icebreaker games that will only take
about 10 minutes each and will be a fun way to engage students in playful activities which align to
behavior goals.

*****If a student is having difficulty obtaining proper uniform or supplies for school, please feel welcomed
to let the teacher know. This can be done verbally or through a written note. Assistance can be provided
discreetly to help anyone who may need school uniforms or supplies. Nobody should receive consequences
for matters when help is needed.
*****In addition, if the student needs help with any personal care or hygiene products (soap, toothbrush,
deodorant, etc.), please inform the teacher and assistance will be provided. These concerns will be handled
with confidentiality so students can feel comfortable knowing that their business stays personal. Resources
are available to help students feel clean and comfortable so that they can feel more confident at school.

Consequences:

1. Verbal Warning and Behavior Mark

The teacher will quietly remind a student of a positive behavior if a student breaks a rule. For
example: If a student is talking during a lesson, the teacher would walk over to the student and
quietly say, “Don’t forget to be respectful and practice good listening.”

Students are allowed one warning / behavior mark each day as an opportunity to correct behavior.
The teacher will always give a corrective behavior choice after any warning so that students can be
clear about how they may change the undesirable behavior to a more positive one.

2. Behavior Mark and Lunch Detention

After a verbal warning is given, if a student continues to demonstrate inappropriate behavior, then
a lunch detention will be issued. If a lunch detention is issued, a student has until Friday of that
week to bring the lunch detention back signed by a parent. If the signed detention is not returned,
the teacher will contact a parent or guardian on Friday afternoon to discuss student behavior.

3. Lunch Detention & Behavior Reflection

If the student receives a second lunch detention in one week, then the student will receive a paper
copy of the class rules and a paper copy of a behavior reflection to complete. The behavior
reflection includes prompting on what types of behaviors will be more acceptable and will invite
students to reflect on alternatives to problem behavior. If the student does not turn-in the
behavior reflection within a week, then another lunch detention will be issued.

*All lunch detentions must be returned to school signed by a parent/guardian.

*Lunch detentions can accumulate schoolwide and add-up to the following consequences:
Per semester:
After 5 lunch detentions = Afterschool Detention
After 8 lunch detentions = Saturday Detention
After 11 lunch detentions = ISS
After 14 lunch detentions = Out of school suspension

4. Third Lunch Detention During a Grading Quarter

Once a student receives a third lunch detention per nine weeks cycles, this will result in a phone
call home and the teacher will continue to call until parent is reached.

5. State Referral
Anytime a student engages in behavior which physically injures another student or teacher or has
the potential to be physically injurious, the student will automatically receive a state referral. If a
student displays repeated behavior of disrespect or verbal/emotional abuse (to teacher or peers)
and has received 3 lunch detentions for this repeated behavior per semester, then a state referral
will be issued.

*All state referrals are turned into school administration and will be reviewed to determine further
consequences.

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Keeping Track of Student Behavior:

The teacher will keep a weekly behavior chart to record behavior marks/infractions. Weekly behavior
charts, notes regarding student behavior, and copies of any issued lunch detention, dress code, or state
referral will be kept in classroom files so that records are maintained if needed for future reference.

Lunch Detentions and state referrals will be tracked through a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet will also
include information regarding contact to parents about consequences.

Communicating Behavior to Parents:

At the beginning of the school year a letter will be sent home to parents which includes the teacher contact
information and welcomes parents to contact the teacher anytime if there are any questions or concerns
about behavior or academic content. The introduction letter will also inform parents of classroom rules and
consequences as well as contact procedures.

During the first nine weeks all parents will be contacted via telephone to speak briefly and to hopefully lay
a foundation for continued communication throughout the year. During this first contact, it is important to
keep the conversation positive, friendly, and professional and to mention at least one student strength
which has been noticed.

To notify parents of unsigned lunch detentions or assignments of a behavior reflection, an email will be
sent which includes the details written on the lunch detention form or the reason a student has received a
behavior reflection assignment and when the behavior reflection is due. The schoolwide detention policy
will also be attached in this email.

For any behavior matters which persist or if a student receives 3 lunch detentions in one grading quarter,
then parents will be contacted by phone until reached.

Communicating Academic Achievement to Parents:

Students will receive an official report card every nine weeks. These report cards are sent home to parents
and should be returned to the homeroom teacher signed. Students who have an IEP will also receive a
progress report which discusses how IEP goals are being addressed and if students are making progress
towards goals.

Ideally, when a student demonstrates outstanding academic performance or great behavior, parents will be
notified via email or phone call to commend the student on their effort or demonstration of character.

Parents will also be contacted via phone anytime a student is at risk of failure to discuss our schoolwide
support program and plan to help student return to passing status.

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Schoolwide Policy & Consequences Enforced in Classroom:

Tardy Policy
Schoolwide policy is to issues students a tardy when arriving to class after the bell. If a student has an
admit slip from the office or another teacher then no tardy will be issued.
Schoolwide consequences for unexcused tardiness per semester:

5 tardy slips = 1 Lunch Detention

10 tardy slips = Afterschool Detention
15 tardy slips = Saturday Detention
20 tardy slips = ISS

Dress Code Policy

Students must follow the school policy for appropriate dress. Please see the Monteleone Student Handbook
for full dress policy as well as other school policies and procedures.

Schoolwide consequences for uniform violations per semester:

1st Offense = Warning letter sent home with student

2nd Offense = 1 Lunch Detention
3rd Offense = Afterschool Detention
4th Offense = Saturday Detention
5th Offense = ISS

Implementation of PBIS

LMJH Mission Statement

In an environment of mutual respect, the Monteleone Junior High community’s continuous commitment is
to value and address students’ needs through a variety of learning processes, resulting in the application of
knowledge in meaningful contexts across the curriculum and throughout life.

LMJH Philosophy
It is the aim of Monteleone Junior High to help our students become conscientious, self-directed, and
productive members of a changing, culturally diverse society. We recognize that our students come to us
with different backgrounds, values, abilities, and learning styles. Through our guidance as teachers, we will
strive to see that each child succeeds as a confident individual who is a responsible, cooperative, and
contributing member of society. It is also the task of the faculty to meet the needs of individual students in
order that they be better prepared to achieve their maximum potential. We believe that growth can occur
when the school and classroom offer activities and learning situations in which each student is invited to
actively participate. It is the duty of the faculty and staff to motivate, challenge, and direct the students in
their growth and development. Finally, it is the desire of the faculty to create learning situations that are of
relevance to students. As a result, our students may value education and its benefits to their future

Schoolwide Incentives
Students can earn Marlin Money for demonstrating good character. responsibility, service to others,
respect, kindness, academic performance, or being a good helper. Students can save Marlin Money which
can be used to be exchanged for items like candy, ice cream, snacks, tickets to school events (games,
dances, etc.), student agendas, temporary ids, school supplies, or school apparel and accessories.

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Each nine weeks, students who have gone the entire quarter with no lunch detentions earn tickets to
schoolwide PBIS parties. The schoolwide PBIS team meets monthly to discuss incentives and plan reward
events. In the past, an example of a reward event might include a popcorn and movie party or a free dress
day, with frozen treats after lunch.

Classroom Rewards
To encourage behavior which is beneficial to student academic success (answering questions, group
participation, completing assignments, etc.), behavior which demonstrates kindness in social interactions or
integrity of character, students can earn classroom tickets. Students can save their tickets to purchase
items in the classroom store. Each Friday at the end of class, students can shop in the store and redeem
tickets for items such as snacks, beverages, school supplies, seasonal items, etc. Students are encouraged
to make requests of items which they would like to have in the classroom store.

Levels of PBIS Support

Tier 1: The teacher will point out specific student behaviors which are positive during the whole
class instruction. The teacher may also refer to the positively stated class rules on the board to
remind students of expectations. The class ticket reward systems and Marlin Money are also
tangible incentives to offer all students anytime positive behavior is noted.

Tier 2: Students who demonstrate struggles with behavior need a little extra positive support from
the teacher. For example, these students may need a caring smile and prompt when these
students enter the room. Welcome these students into the room in a caring way and remind the
students of something they can do today in class which will be positive or productive.

Teacher proximity may also benefit these students throughout the class. It can be helpful to smile
at them, make eye contact and be quick to note any positive behaviors which these students
display.

Tier 3: This is a more intensive approach for students who need more frequent attention. These
students may need a behavior plan. Students on a behavior plan will carry a folder throughout the
day with a behavior tracking system. There will be positively aligned goals for the students to focus
on. Each teacher will give the students rating on their performance. Students who meet behavior
goals can receive additional rewards or incentives from the teacher who they check-in and check-
out with.

Classroom Procedures

Procedures are essential to make sure that everything runs smoothly in the classroom. With procedures
and routines in place, time in the classroom is spent much more effectively. There is more clarity about
what students and the teacher should do for everyday type situations. When everyone participates to make
sure procedures are followed, there are less distractions and more time for all the important stuff.

Procedures will be taught and practiced extensively during the first few weeks of the school year or until
routines are mastered. On the first day of school the class will have a basic overview of all procedures.
Then, the class will review and focus on one or two procedures each day, until all procedures are
mastered.

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Room Use

Teacher’s Zone
The teacher’ zone includes a computer workstation with Elmo projector, an additional large desk with
designated class supplies, and filing cabinet. There is also a bulletin board in the teacher zone which
contains hanging folders for quick reference items like seating charts, daily schedules, and behavior forms.
Please respect the teacher’s personal area. Students should always ask permission before touching or
borrowing anything from the teacher work area.

Learning Outcomes
Daily and weekly learning objectives will be written on the large classroom whiteboard. After the classroom
intro, the teacher will refer to the daily objective. Students are encouraged to read aloud the daily
objective in chorus with the teacher. In addition to daily objectives, a list of all weekly graded assignments
and point values will be posted on the class whiteboard and in Google Classroom. There is also a large
calendar on the class whiteboard which lists due dates, major topics and dates quizzes and tests so that

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students can prepare. Students are also encouraged to enter class calendar notes or due dates into their
student agenda each class period.

Student Desks / Tables / Personal Belongings

Students are seated in groups of 2 at tables, for the exception of seats 11 and 12. These are standard
desks. This arrangement makes it easy for students to work in pairs or groups of 4. Book sacks, purses, or
jackets can be hung on student chairs or placed neatly under tables or chairs.

Student Workbooks
All student math workbooks are located on the back bookshelf and arranged by class period. Math
workbooks are to always remain in the class. Designated student helpers will be responsible for passing out
and picking up workbooks and will rotate weekly.

Calculators
Calculators are stored in caddies on the desktop computer 1 station at the front right corner of the
classroom. Designated student helpers will be responsible for passing out, picking up, and sanitizing
calculators and will rotate weekly.

Pencil Sharpener
The electric pencil sharpener is located at the desktop computer 2 station in the back left corner of the
classroom. Students are strongly encouraged to sharpen pencils during the bellringer time at the beginning
of class. If a pencil breaks during class, students should raise their pencil in the air as a signal. The teacher
will either give the student permission to use the sharpener, will sharpen the pencil for the student, or will
give the student a replacement pencil.

Restrooms
Only 1 person is allowed out of the room at a time, and a student may not go to the restroom more than
once per class period. To go to the restroom, the student will open their agenda to today’s date. At the
bottom of the daily column, the student should write the current time in either the morning, mid-day, or
afternoon column. After filling out the time, the student may get-up and bring the planner to the teacher to
be signed out. Break time should be used responsibly. Try to go during independent work or transitions as
to not miss out on instructional time.

Water
There is a water bottle refill station located at the front entry of hallway 305. To go to the bottle refill
station, follow the same procedure as when going to the restroom. (Sign current time in student agenda
and bring planner to teacher).

Desktop Computer Stations

There are 2 desktop computer workstations in the classroom. Station 1 is in the front right corner and
Station 2 is in the back left corner of the room. Computer stations are reserved for students who do not
have Chromebooks (if a Chromebook was forgotten at home or if a student Chromebook is being repaired).

Attention During Presentations

Listening skills are essential to establishing quality communication. Students will practice being respectful
listeners during presentations from the teacher, guest speakers, or classmates. Paying attention means
focusing on the lead speaker in the room. Students are asked to refrain from talking and to close
computers during whole group discussions and presentations. Giving others respect while they are talking
to a group is of utmost importance.

Participation
Students are encouraged to keep an open mind about class activities and assignments and to always put
forth their personal best. It is never necessary to compare ourselves to others in the room. The only thing

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we should compare is how we are doing today as to how we did yesterday and note the progress we have
made in our individual growth and development.

As humans, we will have some days that we function and feel better than others and that affects our
participation. This is totally understandable. Simply do the best you can each day and on days when you
do need a little break, everything will be just fine.

Talk Among Students

Socializing in the classroom is important too, as we can learn from each other. Collaboration is wonderful!
Students should also be aware of appropriate times to communicate and to be conscious of volume. To
help facilitate this, there is an area on the front board which has 4 different levels of talking volume. The
teacher can move the magnet to the appropriate volume according to the activity.

Obtaining Help
There are different ways a student can ask for help. A student may raise their hand to ask a question or to
ask for assistance. If a student is uncomfortable asking certain questions in front of the class, then writing
a question, comment, or concern down on a sheet of paper, sticky note, etc. is also a great idea. The
student can raise their hand and then when the teacher walks over, hand the teacher a note. There is also
a special drop box attached to the wall by the entry/exit door where students may submit personal notes
to the teacher. The notes can include the student’s name or if the student would prefer to ask an
anonymous question or inform the teacher of an issue, then simply put a note into the box on the way in
or out of the room and it is not necessary to put a name on it.

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Since students have Chromebooks, questions or help requests can also be sent to the teacher via email or
Google Classroom comment. This method will not be anonymous as messaging will be tied to personal
accounts.

When Individual Work is Completed

Any complete paperwork should be placed in the classroom turn-in basket located on the back bookshelf.
Please take note of the number labels on the baskets, which correspond to whatever classroom period
students are enrolled. If the assignment is a digital Google Classroom task, then the students need to
make sure they hit the submit/turn-in button to officially turn-in work or assessments.

Previously Absent Students

When students are absent, any written paperwork will be collected and stapled. The student’s name will be
written on the paper. There are make-up work drawers organized by class period. The drawers are located
on the teacher workstation desk. After taking attendance, the teacher will pass out any make-up work to
students who are returning to school. Sometimes during independent practice or group work, the teacher
will briefly meet with any students who have make-up work to discuss the assignments.

When students are absent, they should always check Google Classroom for any digital assignments and
due dates. Absent students may also message the teacher via Google Classroom or email if they are
interested in participating in a Google Meet session during their regularly scheduled class time so that they
do not miss out on live instruction with the teacher. This is not mandatory but offered to interested
students.

Homework Procedures
Generally, there is no additional assigned homework. However, if a student does not complete work in
class by the due date, then the student should make effort to complete assignments at home to the best of
their ability.

Classroom Helpers
There is a section on the side wall that has classroom helpers for the week organized by class period. Class
helpers will rotate weekly, alphabetically.

Math Workbook Pass-Out Helper

If we use math workbooks for the day, this helper will pass out workbooks after the bellringer.

Math Workbook Pick-Up Helper

Pick-up workbooks and neatly return to appropriate class section on bookshelf

Calculators
This helper is responsible for passing out calculators after the bellringer. At the end of class during
the clean-up time, the calculator helper picks up calculators and places them face up on the
calculator table. The calculator helper then sprays the calculators with an aerosol disinfectant. If
time permits, the calculators should be returned to caddies, but if short on time, can be left on
table to dry.

Pencil Sharpener
Check the pencil sharpener during clean-up time and empty into trash if necessary.

Miscellaneous Supplies
If we use any manipulatives or special art supplies (highlighters, scissors, glue, etc.), this helper
passes out and picks up supplies upon direction.

End of Day Trash Helper

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 During the last period of the day, a designated helper will empty 2 classroom trashcans, tie up
bags, and take to the end of hallway

Entering the Room

Beginning of the Day Entry (Homeroom)

Homeroom students stop at the classroom entry before entering the room. The teacher will
perform a quick health assessment and take the student’s temperature. Once cleared, the student
may enter the classroom, sharpen any pencils if needed, and report to assigned seat.

Beginning of Class (Each period) Bellringer

Students should enter the room quietly and go to designated seat. If a pencil needs sharpening,
please do so immediately. There will be a bellringer on the front projector board. Students should
complete the bellringer ASAP. It is ok for students to discuss the bellringer with their shoulder
partner if needed. Bellringers are graded and add up to 25 points for the week.

Attendance Check
While students are working on the bellringer, the teacher will take attendance for each class period
and post to JPams.

End of Class Clean Up and Exit Ticket (Last 10 Minutes)

3 Minute Wrap-Up
During the last 10 minutes of class students will have the first 3 minutes to finish or wrap-up any
task currently working on. Clean up any project supplies and return all class materials to
appropriate locations.

Exit Ticket
After clean-up there will be a brief (5-6 minute) ticket out the door activity. This may be in the
form of a class discussion, a quick problem to solve, or an opinion poll. Weekly exit tickets are
graded and add up to 25 points for the week.

Last Minute / Chair Placement

During the last minute of class students will push chairs in under the table and stand behind chair
until the teacher dismisses students.

Leaving the Room

Dismissal of Period
The teacher is the one to dismiss students, not the bell. The teacher will give specific instructions
on lining up when it is time and when students may leave the classroom. When lining-up, students
should give others personal space.

Fire Drill
Students must listen carefully for procedures on lining up for a fire drill. The teacher will have
clipboard in hand and will announce how to line-up. Students will walk single file and will stay with
the class. When we leave the room, everyone will turn right leaving the classroom, will walk out
the front building doors, will continue to walk single file through the breezeway, and will carefully
and quickly walk in a line to the parking lot. The teacher will instruct students on where to line-up
in the parking lot. Once we receive an “all clear,” we may proceed back into the building and
classroom.

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 In the Hallway
Please give everyone personal space and keep hands to self when walking down the hallway
between classes. Please try to keep talking to a reasonable volume.

Bus Dismissal (End of Day)

Students should remain at their assigned seat during bus dismissal. The principal will announce
bus numbers over the school speakers. The teacher will write bus numbers on the board. When
the student hears their bus number, they may leave the room. Talking during dismissal is allowed
but should be kept to a level 2 (low flow) so that everyone can clearly hear the bus numbers.

Getting to Know the Teacher

On the first day of school, the teacher will show a slide presentation which contains photos and a short
biography about the teacher’s educational background, family life, and personal interests. There will also
be a welcome letter sent home to parents which introduces the teacher and contains contact information
and conference or office hours. The teacher will have a personal bulletin board near the teacher
workstation which contains fun pictures or scrapbook items from the teacher’s life. Periodically throughout
the year the class will play short “get to know the teacher games,” when the teacher posts a trivia question
on the board and students must guess which facts are true or false.

Getting to know students is very important. There will be weekly scheduled social times when the students
and teacher have an opportunity to visit with each other to relax and have fun for a few minutes.

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