Classroom Rights and Responsibilities

Except for Safety (which is something I am very inflexible about!) there are no classroom rules, except for the Golden Rule! Sometimes students need an explanation or translation into everyday behavior. That is what "Rights and Responsibilities" is all about. For those that still don't get it, I have a sink full of dirty labware that one can focus on while one cogitates these expectations........

These rights and responsibilities apply to all persons--students and staff--and to the entire school day.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO fair and equal treatment. IN this classroom, it does not matter if you are male or female, Black or White or Oriental or Hispanic or of another racial group, who your brother or sister is, what your parents earn, or in any other way.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO be safe in this classroom. In this classroom, no one may cause you injury or discomfort. This includes the right to have your property left alone and undamaged.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO hear and be heard in this classroom. Others will be quiet as you speak and you will quietly listen as others speak.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO be respected. You do not have to put up with unkind remarks or name calling because of race, sex, religion, physical strength, size, features, friendship groups, age, culture, handicap, financial status, clothing, classroom performance, etc.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO learn in this classroom. No one has the right to disrupt you or make it difficult for you to learn., Teachers should be free to teach and students free to learn without being interrupted by inconsiderate or unruly students.

YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO learn what it means to be a responsible and successful student. Guidance and direction are meant to aid you as a student and a citizen of this school community.

YOU HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO:

treat others with consideration, realizing that all of us are unique.
make this classroom safe by following the safety rules and not causing injury to others or damaging/using the property of others without their permission.
participate in the classroom activities appropriately by listening, speaking, or writing.
respect others, adults and students, and uphold their rights.
LEARN. You will prepare for class, be on time, pay attention, complete work, and not distract yourself or others.
push yourself, keep trying, ask questions if you don't understand.

I understand my rights and responsibilities and will observe them in dealing with others during the school day.

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