Welcome to Welcome to English Class!English Class!Welcome to Welcome to

English Class!English Class!By: Ms. LaippleBy: Ms. Laipple

Contact Info

• The best and quickest way to contact me is via email- alaipple@sd206.org

• I also have a voicemail box- 708-755-1122 ext. 2227

• I am here everyday at 7 AM• Normally, I do not stay after but I can if

necessary.• Remember if you are staying after with me or

coming in early TELL ME! I may have a meeting!!

Teacher Creed• As your teacher, I will not tolerate any

student in this classroom stopping me from teaching for any reason whatsoever.

• As your teacher, I will not tolerate any student in this classroom stopping another student from learning for any reason whatsoever.

• As your teacher, I will not tolerate any student in this classroom doing anything that is not in your best interest or the best interest of the class.

Teacher Creed

• As your teacher, I am a member of this classroom; there are two things you never do with me:

1. No Manipulations

2. Never question my management system while I am teaching.

About Me…Your Teacher

• I attended Prairie State College and Governors State University. I am currently taking classes at Olivet Nazarene University.

• I have lived in Crete, Steger, and Monee.

• I have a twin sister Jennifer and an older sister, Stephanie. I have a dog named Rover.

• My favorite color is pink.

More about me!• I have two dogs-

Rover and Zoey.• I enjoy watching

movies, reading, sleeping, hanging out with my sisters, planning parties and shopping.

How the classroom works

Clear Desk

Eyes on Me

No Talking

Questions After Explanation

Classroom DisciplineRules Consequences (Steps)

1 Follow Directions. Verbal Warning, name in log, student signs log, PAC

2 Be seated BEFORE the bell rings.

Above, seat change or last one out (my choice), PAC

3 Come to class prepared. Above, parent involvement, PAC

4 CONTROL YOURSELF: Inside voices, keep hands and feet to yourself, no swearing, name calling, harassing, or bullying.

Above, held for one minute after class, PAC

5 OUTLAWED ITEMS: Keep cell phones off, hats, coats, jackets, food, drinks, electronics, hoodies, backpacks, hair products, etc- OUT OF SIGHT.

Above, referral, PAC(PAC= Parent, Administrator, Counselor)

Positives• Verbal• Notes• Calls Home• Candy

• Movies• Games• Open Book Test• Test Buddy• Mystery

Motivator

Severe ClauseFighting-Willful Intent to Inflict PainVandalism-Destroying PropertyPossession of Weapon or DrugsGang ActivityOvert Defiance-ExtremeStopping Class From Functioning

Referred Directly to Administration for Severe Consequences

Classroom Procedures

• Please look at the signs posted around the room.

• These are my classroom procedures.

Assigned Seating• Tomorrow you

will have assigned seats.

• Please note number four of my pet peeves.

Leaving Class

Come Prepared to Stay

Positive Points

Behavior Log

Late Work

• I DO NOT ACCEPT LATE WORK

• If you have been absent due to illness or suspension it is your responsibility to make up your work in a timely manner.

Absent Work• You have the amount of days your

are absent plus one to make up your work.

• ALL ASSIGNMENTS ARE POSTED ONLINE AND IN THE FOLDERS ON THE BULLITAIN BOARD and it is YOUR responsibility to get get your absent work.

Homework Online• To view our class assignments or

get your absent work simply go to our class website:– Go to www.bloomhs.org– Click on Classes/Homework (Bottom

right)– Click on Communications– Find your class

Materials needed• Folder• Spiral Notebook• Pencil• Pen• Index Cards

Expectations• I except you to be in class everyday

• I expect you to come prepared and try your best

• I expect you to treat everyone with respect

Grading Scale

• 90-100 A• 80-90 B• 70-80 C• 60-70 D• 0-50 E

For Your Safety…

• Fire Drill

• Tornado Drill

Any Questions?