Gabriella's helpful toolbox: Rules in the Classroom

Classroom Rules

Each classroom teacher has one or more lists of classroom rules. These lists help students visualize the expectations of the teacher. Most classroom list of rules look similar to the example listed below:

RESPECT OTHERS

Use respectful words and tone of voice when talking to anyone.

Leave other people’s property alone.

Work to solve problems constructively, without violence or abuse.

Keep hand, feet and objects to self.

BE PREPARED TO LEARN

Be in your seat and ready when class begins

Have appropriate materials.

Have your homework completed.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

Follow reasonable instructions from adults the first time given.

DO YOUR BEST

Participate positively in class

Stay on task.

Learn all you can

Here are some helpful documents to consider to help you setting rules in the Classroom

SchulteMath (2012, July 13). Behavior-Classroom Rules and Procedures [Video file] [Video file]. Retrieved March 13, 2013, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qTElCo5Rog

Establishing Classroom Rules and Consequences help students understand their role in the class and their own education.

Raders, M. (2004). Establishing Classroom Rules and Consequences. Retrieved March 13, 2013, from http://www.education.ne.gov/BMIT/pdf/EstablishingClassroomRulesandConsequences.pdf

Here is another example of Mrs. Hannnaford classroom rules for her middle school science class.

Audrey, H. (N/A). Classroom Rules and Procedures [Web log message] [Web log message]. Retrieved March 13, 2013, from http://www.nea.org/tools/establishing-classroom-rules.html

Here is another website for classroom rules
Creating Classroom Rules together