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Mr. Mitchell's House Rules

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  • T/F Mr. Mitchell grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah
    False! He went to college there, met his wife there, taught for 6 years, etc. Mr. Mitchell grew up near Seattle, WA.
  • Who is Mr. Mitchell's brother from another mother?
    Donovan Mitchell
  • Explain what 1 of the 2 classroom principals in Mr. Mitchell's class means!
    . . . .
  • What class are you in right now?
    Ummmm, either ELA or Social Studies!
  • What steps do I need to follow if I need to use the bathroom?
    1. Use bathroom signal 2. Mr. Mitchell will approve 3. Sign out on the clipboard 4. Take the bathroom pass
  • What is "blurting out" and why does it kill Mr. Mitchell's vibe?
    Blurting is anything you do with your words or your body that interrupts the thoughts of another person in an unexpected way. Blurting is considered rude...
  • What should you do as soon as you come into Mr. Mitchell's class?
    1. Open up your binder to ELA/SS 2. Complete the "Daily Do Now" Checklist 3. Take out your book and begin reading 4. Fill out the "Bellwork" Reading log
  • Who is responsible for being prepared for class with their binder, completed assignments, a pencil and a positive attitude?
    We, the students of Winship!
  • When is it appropriate to talk in Mr. Mitchell’s class?
    It depends! Not when Mr. Mitchell is talking in front of the class OR when another student is answering a question. Raise your hand and wait to be called.
  • Define what the word DISCREETLY means
    To do something discreetly is to do it secretly, sneakily, or with self restraint. Basically, keep it on the down low.
  • T/F Food is allowed in class at Winship Middle School
    False! Food attracts ants and cockroaches and make the classroom generally grody.
  • Give an example of FIGURATIVE language
    . . . . . .
  • T/F It's Mr. Mitchell's responsibility for you to be prepared for class with a pencil, your binder, and your assignments.
    False!
  • T/F If Mr. Mitchell pauses during instruction, it's probably a good time to talk to my homie about what's for lunch.
    FALSE! "Side-conversations" interrupt the flow of class and ultimately slow down the learning.
  • What is the difference between LITERAL and FIGURATIVE language?
    Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and personification to describe something.
  • Describe a Voice Level 2
    It's a conversational voice that you'd use to talk to the person next to you, or in a group activity.
  • Define what an INFERENCE is.
    An inference is an educated guess about something, based on observations and evidence.
  • What furry mammal did Mr. Mitchell encounter on the first day of school last year?
    A Skunk
  • If you believe Mr. M made the "wrong call" or is being unfair, how should you best take care of it?
    Key word is "discrete". Not in front of the whole class. We can talk during independent work time, step outside of class, or wait until after class.
  • What should you do if you're lost and unsure of what to do during a lesson?
    First, listen because Mr. Mitchell has already explained it 5x. Second, check the board to see if the directions are written. Third, quietly ask a friend
  • What does it mean to "represent" in Mr. Mitchell's class?
    ? ? ?
  • List Mr. Mitchell's 5 Major House Rules
    1. Be Kind 2. Keep an Open Mind 3. Work Hard 4. Represent! 5. Don't Shout
  • T/F I'm not tardy to class if I'm inside the door when the bell rings.
    FALSE. You need to be in your seat getting prepared for class.
  • Where do I turn in my assignments?
    Unless Mr. Mitchell says otherwise, turn them in to the white box in the back of class. If you set it on his desk, there's a good chance it will be lost!
  • What are Mr. Mitchell's disciplinary steps?
    0. "The look" 1. Verbal Warning 2. Seat Change 3. Time Out, Reflection Sheet, Parent contact 4. BTF, Office Referral
  • What is the Winship School Motto?
    Safe, Respectful, Responsible
  • Define what an OBSERVATION is.
    An observation is the act of noticing what you see with your eyes. You're stating only the facts, based on what you physically see.
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