Rancho Rules is a program design

Rancho Rules is a program designed to focus on the positive behaviors we want to see from students. When students are caught displaying these positive behaviors they are rewarded with a Rancho Rewards Ticket. Then, on broadcasts of Live on 25 there are ticket drawings where lucky students earn prizes for having their tickets drawn.

Below is a chart that outlines the expected behaviors in my classroom.

	Transition (Start/End/Break)	Direct Instruction	Group Work	Individual Work	Middle Room	Room Culture
Respect Willingness to show honor and appreciation and to refrain from violating something.	Enter/Leave the classroom quietly go directly to your seat or door. *Wait to pack up until given permission.	Give your full attention to the presenter or activity. Follow directions given.	Be kind and courteous to all group members. Stay on task. *Complete all individually assigned tasks on-time.	*Use time wisely by quietly staying on task.	*Honor surrounding classes by working quietly.	*Use appropriate language and tone of voice when speaking to Mrs. Jones and classmates.
Unwavering Integrity A steadfast adherence to a strict moral ethical code; honest.	Leave other people's possessions alone. Use appropriate behavior in common areas.	Give your full attention to the presenter or activity. Follow directions given.	Divide work evenly among group members. Create original work and cite sources when needed.	*Create original work and cite sources when needed.	Stay on Task Follow the directions given for the activity	*Honor Mrs. Jones's personal space including her desk, filing cabinet and cupboards.
Leadership The ability to guide, direct, or influence people.	Enter classroom only when teacher is present. Be ready with materials for the day. *Use the outer door only to enter and leave the room.	Listen attentively. Positively contribute to discussion.	Help your group stay focused. Help manage the group's tasks. *Openly communicate with group members.	Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. Encourage others to stay on task.	Notify a teacher if there is a problem. Return to the classroom when work is finished.	Be responsible for your current, late and absent work completion. Track your progress and achievement.
Effort Earnest activity intended to accomplish something.	Be in your seat with your materials out, ready to work within 1 minute of the bell. Get informed by reading the daily agenda.	Stay on task Participate in activity and Discussions	Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability. Stay on task.	Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability. Stay on task.	Work diligently and quietly. Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability.	*Write all homework and test dates in your Binder Reminder daily.
Social Responsibility The principle that one should contribute to the welfare of society.	Enter and exit through the outside classroom door. Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities.	Listen attentively. Raise your hand to contribute.	Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities. Use an "inside voice" when talking with your group. *Stay in seat.	Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. Use time effectively if you finish early.	Enter the middle room only with permission. Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. *Respectfully follow the requests of all teachers.	Use and return classroom supplies that you have borrowed. Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities.

	Transition (Start/End/Break)	Direct Instruction	Group Work	Individual Work	Middle Room	Room Culture
Respect Willingness to show honor and appreciation and to refrain from violating something.	Enter/Leave the classroom quietly go directly to your seat or door. *Wait to pack up until given permission.	Give your full attention to the presenter or activity. Follow directions given.	Be kind and courteous to all group members. Stay on task. *Complete all individually assigned tasks on-time.	*Use time wisely by quietly staying on task.	*Honor surrounding classes by working quietly.	*Use appropriate language and tone of voice when speaking to Mrs. Jones and classmates.
Unwavering Integrity A steadfast adherence to a strict moral ethical code; honest.	Leave other people's possessions alone. Use appropriate behavior in common areas.	Give your full attention to the presenter or activity. Follow directions given.	Divide work evenly among group members. Create original work and cite sources when needed.	*Create original work and cite sources when needed.	Stay on Task Follow the directions given for the activity	*Honor Mrs. Jones's personal space including her desk, filing cabinet and cupboards.
Leadership The ability to guide, direct, or influence people.	Enter classroom only when teacher is present. Be ready with materials for the day. *Use the outer door only to enter and leave the room.	Listen attentively. Positively contribute to discussion.	Help your group stay focused. Help manage the group's tasks. *Openly communicate with group members.	Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. Encourage others to stay on task.	Notify a teacher if there is a problem. Return to the classroom when work is finished.	Be responsible for your current, late and absent work completion. Track your progress and achievement.
Effort Earnest activity intended to accomplish something.	Be in your seat with your materials out, ready to work within 1 minute of the bell. Get informed by reading the daily agenda.	Stay on task Participate in activity and Discussions	Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability. Stay on task.	Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability. Stay on task.	Work diligently and quietly. Complete all assigned tasks to your best ability.	*Write all homework and test dates in your Binder Reminder daily.
Social Responsibility The principle that one should contribute to the welfare of society.	Enter and exit through the outside classroom door. Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities.	Listen attentively. Raise your hand to contribute.	Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities. Use an "inside voice" when talking with your group. *Stay in seat.	Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. Use time effectively if you finish early.	Enter the middle room only with permission. Use time wisely by quietly staying on task. *Respectfully follow the requests of all teachers.	Use and return classroom supplies that you have borrowed. Be understanding towards people of different cultures, races, religions, and abilities.