Van Cortlandtville Elementary School

School-wide Expectations



Van Cortlandtville’s Behavioral Expectations

RESPECTFUL
Van Cortlandtville’s Classroom Expectations - Respectful

  • raise your hand before speaking
  • follow class rules
  • put things back
  • be a good listener

Van Cortlandtville’s Hallway Expectations - Respectful

  • talk only when with an adult
  • keep your hands & feet to yourself
  • do not disturb other classes

Van Cortlandtville’s Gymnasium Expectations - Respectful

  • follow directions & rules
  • use equipment appropriately
  • play fair
  • be a good sport

Van Cortlandtville’s Lunch/Recess Expectations - Respectful

  • play fair
  • listen to adults
  • clean up after yourself
  • respect your food by not throwing it
  • respect the line by not cutting it

Van Cortlandtville’s Bus Expectations - Respectful

  • keep your hands & feet to yourself
  • respect the driver by not speaking to them while they are driving unless it is an emergency or someone’s hitting you
  • respect each other by not throwing things
  • be kind to the person you are sitting with

Van Cortlandtville’s Behavioral Expectations

ORGANIZED
Van Cortlandtville’s Classroom Expectations - Organized

  • keep your desk clean and organized
  • keep classroom clean
  • complete class work & homework
  • review work & study

Van Cortlandtville’s Hallway Expectations - Organized

  • know where your belongings are at all times
  • stay in your line
  • walk to the right
  • keep lockers clean and closed

Van Cortlandtville’s Gymnasium Expectations - Organized

  •  follow directions & rules
  • use equipment appropriately
  • play fair
  • be a good sport

Van Cortlandtville’s Lunch/Recess Expectations - Organized

  • play fair
  • listen to adults
  • clean up after yourself
  • respect your food by not throwing it
  • respect the line by not cutting it

Van Cortlandtville’s Bus Expectations - Organized

  • respect your property by not throwing your book bag
  • keep your feet out of the aisles
  • keep your belongings in your seat

 Van Cortlandtville’s Behavioral Expectations

COOPERATIVE
Van Cortlandtville’s Classroom Expectations - Cooperative

  • share & help others
  • listen to the teacher
  • work nicely with other students
  • use inside voice
  • raise your hand

Van Cortlandtville’s Hallway Expectations - Cooperative

  • listen to the adult
  • follow directions as given
  • walk in line with students

Van Cortlandtville’s Gymnasium Expectations - Cooperative

  • work together
  • have good sportsmanship
  • listen to the adult
  • wait your turn

Van Cortlandtville’s Lunch/Recess Expectations - Cooperative

  • follow instructions
  • remain seated
  • remember to dispose of trash properly
  • be responsible for all your belongings
  • stay with class

Van Cortlandtville’s Bus Expectations - Cooperative

  • listen to driver at all times
  • follow directions
  • use inside voice
  • respect each other by not throwing things

Van Cortlandtville’s Behavioral Expectations

KINDNESS
Van Cortlandtville’s Classroom Expectations - Kindness

  • use appropriate language
  • raise hand before speaking
  • help others
  • apologize when you hurt someone’s feelings

Van Cortlandtville’s Hallway Expectations - Kindness

  • help others
  • use appropriate language
  • use inside voice
  • turn in all found items

Van Cortlandtville’s Gymnasium Expectations - Kindness

  • use appropriate language
  • take turns
  • respect each other by not pushing or shoving during games
  • respect the line by not cutting it

Van Cortlandtville’s Lunch/Recess Expectations - Kindness

  • respect the line by not cutting it
  • share the usage of equipment
  • wait your turn
  • show good sportsmanship

Van Cortlandtville’s Bus Expectations - Kindness

  • share a seat with someone who needs one
  • respect each other by not taking another’s seat
  • be respectful to others

Van Cortlandtville’s Behavioral Expectations

SAFETY
Van Cortlandtville’s Classroom Expectations - Safety

  • walk in a safe manner
  • keep your hands to yourself
  • follow directions
  • be careful with tools

Van Cortlandtville’s Hallway Expectations - Safety

  • walk in a safe manner
  • keep shoelaces tied
  • listen to adult
  • follow directions

Van Cortlandtville’s Gymnasium Expectations - Safety

  • ask questions when you’re not sure of something
  • pay attention to surroundings
  • wear appropriate clothes/sneakers
  • be careful when using equipment

Van Cortlandtville’s Lunch/Recess Expectations - Safety

  • respect your lunch money by not sharing your account
  • take your time eating
  • be aware of other’s food allergies
  • walk in a safe manner
  • always act appropriately

Van Cortlandtville’s Bus Expectations - Safety

  • respect each other by not eating, drinking or opening your backpack
  • respect the driver by not opening the emergency doors
  • remain seated
  • use your inside voice

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