Classroom Management Policy

The Classroom rules are in place to create and maintain a healthy learning environment. A
healthy learning environment consists of cooperation between teachers and students, cooperation
amongst peers, and an understanding of and accommodations for individuals who seek to further
their learning experience. The rules are put in place to encourage positive behavior that improves
the learning environment and discourages inappropriate behavior that takes away from the
learning environment.
Each student will be treated fairly and will be accommodated to the greatest extent possible.
Students that have the privilege to be in band are held to higher standards in regards to how they
carry themselves both in and out of school. The expectations reflect this high standard.
Consequences put in place provide a deeper incentive to meet and exceed the expectations listed
above.

Rehearsal Guidelines

When the tardy bell rings, be seated with all materials needed for rehearsal.
Demonstrate good rehearsal etiquette by studying your part quietly while the director
works with another section and refrain from talking or interrupting rehearsal.
While playing your instrument, maintain proper posture at all times.
If you have any questions or need help during rehearsal, raise your hand quietly and wait
for the director or assistant director to assist you.
During rehearsal, your instrument cases will stay in your lockers. Backpacks, if they
dont fit in your locker, will go to the side of the room.
Make sure your locker is locked during rehearsals and after rehearsals.
Purses or other personal belongs left in the band hall must be locked securely in your
locker.
Food, gum, or drinks (besides water with closed lid) are not allowed in the band hall.
Do not leave food in your locker.
When not in use, instruments will remain in cases with latches closed and inside a locker.
Keep your lockers clean-items other than instruments, music, and books shouldnt be
kept in lockers.
Disorderly behavior and abusive language/profanity will not be tolerated.
All students will adhere to the districts Student Code of Conduct Handbook.
Rules

If you have anything to contribute during rehearsal, please raise your hand.
Treat those in authority with respect.
Take instruments and music home every night and practice.
Bring all appropriate equipment to class every day. This includes:
o Instrument
o Sheet music
o Method books

o Pencil
o Accessories
Treat other band members with respect.
Running in the band hall is not permitted.
If an instrument does not belong to you, do not touch or play with it. This includes
percussion instruments.
Be ready to play as soon as rehearsal begins.
o This means being punctual to class, after school rehearsals, sectionals, and/or
private lessons.
Ask an instructor before moving any school owned equipment.
Follow all school procedures and policies.

Consequences
When a student disregards any of the rules, the following will happen:

Verbal warning.
Student is asked to put away their instrument.
Student/Teacher conference.
After school detention
Parent or Guardian contact via phone, email, etc.
Parent/Teacher conference.
Principal referral.
*All disciplinary measures will be consistent with school policies and procedures.

Additional Behavior Policies

Behaviors that stop the director from teaching and the student from learning will not be
accepted. Any discipline infractions will be documented. Persistent discipline problems
will not be tolerated.
Infractions that can result in immediate dismissal from the band program

Use of alcohol or illegal substances during band activities.

Intentional damage of band property.
Intentional damage of another band members instrument/property.
Physical violence during band related activities.
Any disrespectful action towards the band director, instructors, and chaperones.

I, ______________________, have read and understood the above information and understand
what is expected from my child. Likewise, my child has read and understood the above
information and knows what actions are expected of them.

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(Parent signature)

(Date)

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(Student signature)

(Date)