Security of Personal Valuables

STEMS @ Therrell and the Atlanta Public School System cannot assume responsibility for lost or stolen valuables. The school detectives recommend that teachers leave valuables locked in their car trunks or at home.

2.36 Student Medical Emergencies

2.37 Power Outage

When the power goes out, teachers and students are to remain in their rooms until:

a) the power comes back on, or

b) a messenger brings other instructions from the principal.

Do not send students out of the room during a power outage even if it is the normal time to end class.

2.38 VISITORS

Staff and students may not bring visitors to school unless approval is given by the administration (in writing). Those visitors with approval will have a visitor’s pass, signed and dated by proper school personnel.

2.39 Announcements

Announcements will only be made in extenuating circumstances. In the event that you need an announcement made, please see Mr. Walker for approval.

2.40 Policy On Acceptance Computer Use

Computer and Network Use

1. 
   All school computer systems and related peripherals may be used only for school-related purposes.
   
2. 
   Students and teachers shall not attempt to access other users’ accounts, files, e-mail or data. Nor shall students or teachers attempt to alter software or configuration of any school computer.
   

Monitoring of Activities

2.41 Procedures for Assemblies

1. 
   Prior to each assembly discuss with students expected decorum and behavior.
   
2. 
   Inform students to sit only in the areas marked for their grade level section or floor.
   
3. 
   The hall monitors will provide directives in moving students to school-wide assemblies. Students and teachers should remain in their classrooms until directives have been provided regarding movement.
   
4. 
   When going to the assembly, students should leave their book-bags and books in the classroom.
   
5. 
   Teachers must escort their students to the assembly. Teachers should bring their classroom rosters to each assembly and check attendance. Note that some students may be participating in the program or have checked out early. Report missing/absent students to the administration.
   
6. 
   Teachers should remain with their students and sit/stand in a location where they can actively monitor their students. Students should not be left at an assembly without the supervision of their teacher.
   
7. 
   Non-classroom teachers will be assigned to specific areas of the gym or auditorium.
   
8. 
   All monitors should closely watch students and urge students to remain quiet and attentive.
   
9. 
   Refer students with discipline problems to an administrator.
   
10. 
    When leaving the assembly, all students and teachers should quickly return to their classrooms. Students should not go to their lockers. Students and teachers should remain in place until further notice.
    

3.0 Curriculum/Academic Policies

3.1 The Syllabus

1. Course name

2. Teacher’s name and contact phone number

3. Semester

4. Brief course description

5. Major units

6. Major content

7. Major skill objectives

8. Major assignments and projects with due dates

9. Specific and comprehensive grading procedures

10. Benchmark and high-stakes testing dates

11. After-school tutorial days.

12. Description of expected behavior/conduct
Teachers must have parents and students sign the syllabus and return a copy to the teacher. Any amendments to the syllabus during the course of the semester must have the instructional coach’s approval, and the amendments must be published for the class and parent.

3.2 Lesson Plan Policy

The success of the instructional program depends to a large extent on the planning that goes into the program. Much emphasis will be placed on planning during the school year. Lesson plans must be submitted electronically. Plan to meet the students’ needs. Always have extra activities for students who finish early. Be consistent and clear about assignments. It is the policy of the Atlanta Public School System that all teachers develop lesson plans on a long term and daily basis. All teachers are required to submit lesson plans via email each Thursday by 3:00 PM to the instructional coach and principal. One copy is to be placed in a folder near the classroom doorway. The instructional coach will review how to write lesson plans and the format that is acceptable for The STEMS.

• 
  All teachers are expected to develop written daily lesson plans for each course assigned.
  
• 
  All teachers are expected to maintain a current observation folder in a readily accessible place in the classroom. This folder will contain the course syllabus for each course taught with the current day’s lesson plan.
  
• 
  The instructional coach and or principal will review each teacher’s lesson plans weekly and make recommendations where necessary. Any serious problem should be reported to the Principal immediately.
  

1. 
   Instructional objectives stated in S.M.A.R.T. terms.
   
2. 
   Instructional agenda components
   
3. 
   Standard written out
   
4. 
   STEMS Lesson Presentation Model
   

Teachers are expected to remain after school at least one day per week to provide tutorials for those students in need of extra assistance. Each teacher must denote his/her tutorial day(s) on the course syllabus as well as notify the principal and instructional coach.

3.4 Instructional Time On Task

Teachers should give systemic attention to the way time is used in the classroom. Consider the following information from the research on this subject. Teachers are expected to participate in professional development activities that will enhance their instructional methodology skills.

1. 
   Instruction is guided by a pre-planned curriculum.
   
2. 
   There are high expectations for student learning.
   
3. 
   The focus for the lesson is clearly established.
   
4. 
   Instruction is clear and focused on achievement of lesson objectives.
   
5. 
   The learning process is monitored closely.
   
6. 
   Feedback is immediate, meaningful, and constant.
   
7. 
   When students do not understand, they receive remediation. Results of formative and summative evaluations indicate the students’ levels of mastery.
   
8. 
   The entire class time is used for learning.
   
9. 
   There are smooth and efficient class routines and transitions between activities.
   
10. 
    Instructional groups formed in the classroom fit instructional needs.
    
11. 
    Standards for classroom behavior are explicit.
    
12. 
    Personal interactions between teachers and students are positive.
    
13. 
    Incentives and rewards for students are used to promote excellence.
    

1. 
   Start the lesson on time.
   
2. 
   Make the instruction last until time for dismissal.
   
3. 
   Vary the methods used to present the lesson within the class periods.
   
4. 
   Encourage student-to-student interaction with a clear purpose and instructions.
   
5. 
   Gauge the level of assigned tasks. A task that is too easy wastes time; too difficult a task can frustrate.
   
6. 
   
   

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