Homeroom+Expectations

** Homeroom teachers play a vital role in establishing a positive working relationship among the school, students and parents. It is expected that all homeroom teachers will display a genuine appreciation for students and encourage them to stay in school, attend all classes and do his/her best. In order to ensure the safety of all students and staff and ensure an academically and socially productive day, the roles and responsibilities of a homeroom teacher include but are not limited to the following: **
 * Expectations of Homeroom Teachers **
 * ** All homeroom teachers should be in their classes ready to greet children at 8:10am **
 * ** Establish a routine that all students will follow on a daily basis **
 * ** Take down all chairs. **
 * ** Hang outer garments in closets. **
 * ** Remain seated and listen for morning announcements. **
 * ** Before dismissing students to first period class, be sure all chairs are pushed in and all waste is discarded. **
 * ** Take accurate attendance **
 * ** Attendance folders should not be sent down before 8:25am **
 * ** NO STUDENT IS ALLOWED TO TAKE ATTENDANCE. **
 * ** House AP, dean and guidance counselor must be immediately notified via email if any student is absent for 3 consecutive days or demonstrates a pattern of lateness or poor attendance. **
 * ** Remain with your students in homeroom for the duration of the homeroom period. Students should NEVER be without adult supervision. **
 * ** Notify House AP, dean and guidance counselor of any special family situations such as divorce, death or serious illness in the family, parents out of town, living with relatives etc. **
 * ** Conduct initial orientation for all students, including assigning a “buddy” to new students upon their arrival. **
 * ** Monitor the standards of behavior and personal appearance of students in your homeroom class. **