Mr. Ron Clark’s “The Essential 55” 👏
The 55 classroom rules
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Answer adults with “Yes, ma’am” or “No, sir.”
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Make eye contact during conversations.
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If someone wins or does well, congratulate them.
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Respect other people’s ideas and opinions.
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If you win a game, don’t brag.
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If you lose, don’t show anger.
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Follow directions the first time they are given.
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Raise your hand before speaking.
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When someone is speaking, listen without interrupting.
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Keep your desk and workspace neat and organized.
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Be honest — don’t lie.
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Use kind words, not insults.
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Say “please” and “thank you.”
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Hold the door open for others.
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Walk quietly in hallways.
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Respect school property.
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Always do your best work.
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Be on time.
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Greet visitors politely.
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Do not complain unnecessarily.
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Apologize when you make a mistake.
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Accept responsibility for your actions.
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Shake hands firmly when introduced to someone.
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Do not tease or bully anyone.
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Encourage others who are struggling.
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Be grateful for what you have.
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Use good table manners.
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Never laugh at someone who is in trouble.
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Keep promises.
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Be a good sport.
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Respect teachers, classmates, and staff.
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Do not talk back.
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Dress appropriately.
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Do not cheat.
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Be prepared for class.
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Follow classroom routines.
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Speak politely to everyone.
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Do not waste time.
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Help clean up without being asked.
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Be patient.
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Do not touch things that are not yours.
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Use appropriate body language.
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Show pride in your school.
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Accept correction gracefully.
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Be confident, not arrogant.
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Stand up for what is right.
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Be a leader, not a follower of bad behavior.
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Try new things without fear of failure.
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Treat substitutes with respect.
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Take care of younger students.
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Respect differences.
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Be polite on the phone.
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Finish what you start.
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Believe in yourself.
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Leave a positive impression wherever you go.
