The schools rules and guidelines are strongly enforced in both the school as a whole and in each individual classroom. The biggest rule that is incorporated in the school is no bullying. There are signs in the hallways, doors, and in every classroom. They have wrist bands that promise to not bully. If you wear them on certain days, you get a treat. This motivates students to not bully and they get rewarded and acknowledged for their efforts.
One procedure that is used in the classroom to make things run smoothly is the way the teacher gets the classes attention together. When he is ready for them to stop collaborating with neighbors and needs their attention he simply says, "hands and eyes." The class repeats him and they all look at the front of the classroom with their hands clasped together. This is a very effective way to get the student's attention. Another thing the teacher does is say with excitement, "hair on fire!" The class does a quiet scream then they are completely silent. This is a fun and efficient way for student's to pay attention and gives them an opportunity to let out their voices.
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