📚 Class Information

Welcome to the Class Information page! This page is designed to help students and families understand our daily routines, classroom expectations, procedures, and other important information. Please refer back to this page throughout the school year, as information may be updated when schedules, procedures, or classroom needs change.

🕐 Mr. G's Daily Schedule

Having a consistent routine helps students arrive prepared and ready to learn. Below is my regular daily schedule:

Morning

8:00–9:00 AM | 6th Grade Math
Ms. Nelson's Homeroom

9:00–9:15 AM | Music Inventory

9:15–10:00 AM | Planning Period

10:00–11:00 AM | 5th Grade Math
Ms. Lee's Homeroom

11:00–11:30 AM | Lunch

11:30 AM–12:30 PM | 6th Grade Math
Mr. G's Homeroom

Afternoon

My afternoon schedule includes additional instructional periods and Music classes. Because portions of the afternoon schedule may vary by day, students and families should refer to the appropriate classroom information and announcements for the most current schedule.

Friday: 1:00–1:45 PM | Music Inventory

*Please note: The daily schedule is subject to change for assemblies, testing, special events, school activities, or other scheduling needs.

➗ Math Class

Welcome to Math!

In our Math classroom, the goal is much bigger than simply finding the correct answer. Students will learn to think mathematically, solve problems, explain their reasoning, make connections, and persevere through challenges. Mistakes are a natural and valuable part of learning. Students should never be afraid to try because they are worried about getting something wrong. We will use mistakes to identify misconceptions, improve our understanding, and become stronger mathematicians.

Math Class Expectations

Students are expected to:

Come prepared. Bring all required materials and be ready to begin when class starts.
Be an active learner. Participate, ask questions, take notes, complete examples, and contribute appropriately.
Show your thinking. Mathematics is about the process as well as the answer. Students should be prepared to explain how they reached a solution.
Give your best effort. Challenging problems are opportunities to grow. Saying “I can't do it” should become “I can't do it yet.”
Respect different strategies. There is often more than one way to solve a problem. Listen respectfully when classmates explain their thinking.
Learn from mistakes. Corrections and feedback are opportunities for improvement—not something to be embarrassed about.
Complete assignments responsibly. Students are responsible for completing and submitting their work according to classroom expectations.
Ask for help. If you do not understand something, please ask! Questions are an important part of learning.

Math Materials

Students should come to Math prepared with the materials required by the school or classroom. Depending on the lesson, this may include:

Pencil
Math notebook or binder
Assigned workbook or materials
Completed assignments
Chromebook or other school-issued technology when requested
Any additional materials announced in class

Students should take care of all classroom and school-provided materials.

🎵 Music Class

Welcome to Music!

Music class is a place to create, perform, listen, explore, and learn. Students will have opportunities to develop musical skills while learning about concepts such as rhythm, melody, notation, musical expression, instruments, performance, and music from different cultures and traditions. Students do not need to consider themselves musicians to be successful in Music. A willingness to participate, learn, practice, and try something new is what matters most.

Music Class Expectations

Students are expected to:

Participate. Music is an active subject. Students should be willing to sing, listen, move, perform, create, or participate in other appropriate musical activities.
Listen carefully. Students must be able to hear directions, demonstrations, music, and one another.
Respect performers. Never laugh at, ridicule, or intentionally embarrass someone who is singing, playing, answering, or performing.
Use instruments appropriately. Instruments should only be played when instructed and must be handled with care.
Respect the equipment. Instruments, technology, sheet music, and other materials belong to our classroom or school and should be treated responsibly.
Follow performance procedures. When someone else is performing, students should demonstrate appropriate audience behavior.
Try—even when it feels unfamiliar. Learning music sometimes requires students to step outside their comfort zones. Effort and participation matter.
Have fun responsibly. Music should be enjoyable and creative while still maintaining a safe and productive learning environment.

🎶 Our Music Room Rule

"If it isn't time to play, instruments stay!"

Students should never play, touch, or use an instrument without permission.

⭐ Our Classroom Expectations

Whether you are attending Math or Music, our classroom is built around a few important expectations:

Be Respectful

Treat classmates, teachers, staff members, classroom materials, and yourself with respect.

Be Responsible

Come prepared, follow directions, complete your work, take care of materials, and take ownership of your choices.

Be Ready

Enter the classroom prepared to learn and begin assigned tasks promptly.

Be Safe

Use classroom materials, technology, furniture, and instruments appropriately. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

Be Kind

Our classroom should be a place where everyone feels comfortable learning. Encourage others rather than putting them down.

Give Your Best

You are not expected to know everything immediately. You are expected to try.

🏫 Classroom Procedures

Entering the Classroom

Students should enter calmly, report to their assigned area or seat, gather necessary materials, and begin the posted opening activity or follow the teacher's directions. Learning begins when class begins, so students should be ready to work promptly.

During Instruction

Students should:

Listen when someone is speaking.
Follow directions the first time they are given.
Raise their hand or follow established procedures for contributing.
Remain engaged with the lesson or assigned activity.
Use classroom materials appropriately.
Keep unnecessary distractions put away.
Respect everyone's opportunity to learn.

Leaving the Classroom

Before leaving, students should:

Return materials to their proper locations.
Clean their workspace.
Make sure classroom equipment or instruments are properly stored.
Record assignments or reminders when necessary.
Wait for the teacher to dismiss the class.

The bell or clock does not dismiss the class—the teacher does.

💻 Technology Expectations

Technology can be an excellent learning tool when used responsibly.

When Chromebooks, computers, tablets, or other devices are used in class, students should:

Use technology only for the assigned educational purpose.
Visit only teacher-approved websites and applications.
Handle devices carefully.
Keep food and drinks away from devices.
Follow all school technology and acceptable-use policies.
Never use another student's account or login information.
Immediately report damaged or malfunctioning equipment.

Technology privileges may be limited when devices are not being used appropriately.

📝 Assignments & Student Responsibility

Students are responsible for keeping track of assignments, completing work to the best of their ability, and submitting work according to classroom expectations. Students should not wait until they are significantly behind before asking for help. If something is confusing, ask questions early. I would much rather help a student work through a misunderstanding than have them remain confused because they were afraid to ask.

🤒 Absences & Missed Work

When a student is absent, it is important to get caught up as soon as possible.

After returning to school, students should:

Check for missed assignments, announcements, or resources.
Speak with Mr. G when clarification is needed.
Complete missed work according to school and classroom policies.
Ask questions about concepts they do not understand.

Whenever possible, classroom resources and important information may also be posted on this website to help students and families stay informed. Students remain responsible for completing required work following an absence, while I will do everything reasonably possible to help them successfully get caught up.

📖 Studying & Learning at Home

Families can support learning by encouraging students to:

Review notes regularly instead of waiting until the night before an assessment.
Complete assigned practice.
Correct mistakes and determine why an answer was incorrect.
Practice important Math skills and facts.
Use study guides and resources provided in class or on this website.
Ask for help when something does not make sense.
Maintain a consistent homework and study routine.

Even 10–15 minutes of purposeful review can be more effective than waiting until the last minute to study.

🤝 Academic Honesty

Students should always submit work that represents their own learning.

Receiving appropriate help is encouraged. Having someone else complete an assignment, copying another student's work, or using technology to generate answers without actually completing the learning is not. The purpose of assignments is not simply to receive a grade—it is to help me understand what students know, what they are learning, and where they may need additional support. I would rather see an honest mistake than a dishonest correct answer.

❤️ Respecting Our Learning Environment

Every student deserves the opportunity to learn in a classroom that is safe, welcoming, and respectful. Bullying, harassment, intentional embarrassment, discriminatory comments, repeated disruptions, or behavior that interferes with another student's ability to learn will not be considered acceptable classroom behavior. Students do not have to be best friends with everyone in the classroom, but they are expected to treat everyone with dignity and respect.

👨‍👩‍👧 Information for Parents & Guardians

Family involvement plays an important role in student success, and I value open communication between home and school.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to:

Review classroom and school communications.
Check this website regularly for resources and updates.
Talk with their child about what they are learning.
Encourage consistent attendance and punctuality.
Help their child develop responsible study habits.
Reach out when questions or concerns arise.

If your child is struggling academically, please do not feel that you need to wait until a report card or progress report to reach out. Early communication gives us more opportunities to work together and provide support.

📬 Communication

Questions are always welcome. Students should first be encouraged to advocate for themselves by asking questions in class whenever appropriate. Parents and guardians are also welcome to contact me regarding academic progress, classroom concerns, assignments, or other questions related to their child's education. Please visit the Contact Me page of this website for current contact information and communication procedures. I will make every reasonable effort to respond to school-related communication in a timely manner during regular school days.

🌟 A Final Reminder

Our classroom is a community.

Every student contributes to the type of classroom we have, and everyone deserves an environment where they can learn, ask questions, make mistakes, improve, and succeed. My expectations are high because I believe my students are capable of meeting them. At the same time, students should always know that I am here to teach, encourage, guide, and support them along the way.

Come prepared. Be respectful. Ask questions. Work hard. Help others. Learn from your mistakes.

And most importantly:

Never stop believing that you can improve.

— Mr. G