Define+Respect


 * THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU WOULD OBSERVE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WHEN STUDENTS ARE DEMONSTRATING RESPECTFUL BEHAVIOR. **

__CLASSROOM__ Ask questions when you are confused. Refrain from interrupting when another person is speaking. Be an active participant in the lesson, stay focused on the outcome for the class. Keep cell phones and all other electronic devices powered off throughout the lesson. Do not shout out across classroom. Talk when it is appropriate. Be prepared and organized. Take responsibility for your own learning. Show respect for the teacher: remain quiet during directions, instructions, and demonstrations**. “One needs to give respect to get respect.”** Listen to the teacher and to your peers. Remember to focus on behavior, not personalities

__TALKING WITH A TEACHER/STAFF MEMBER__ Refraining from interrupting - waiting until the teacher/staff member is finished his/her conversation to speak with them. Being polite, kind and non-aggressive. Use positive language. Say things with an appropriate tone. Listen to what the other person is saying, think about it, and then respond. Focus on actions, not personalities Comply with a reasonable request from a teacher.

__TALKING WITH PEERS__ Listening to what others have to say. No Name calling Use positive language. Remain professional

__HALLWAYS__ Use your inside voice and keep moving so everyone can get through the hallways. Don't push or shove Keep electronic devices powered off and out of sight. Remove hats and hoods.

__CAFETERIA__ Sit at a table unless standing in line for lunch. Throw away and pick up trash before leaving the cafeteria. YES!!!!! Welcome your peers looking for somewhere to sit at lunch.

__EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES__ Notify your teacher in advance when an extracurricular activity causes you to miss class and obtain his or her permission to do so. Be aware of other students who may be staying after for extra help or to make up a test and could benefit from a quiet environment. Respect your teammates and opponents. Treat your opponents as if they were invited guests into your home. Don't interrupt practices or disrupt teams as they prepare for games and/or practice. Leave the school building as soon as the activity you are doing is over.

__OFFICE__ Politely request help from the office staff. Wait your turn for assistance.