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PROPER BEHAVIOR

NAME: ___________________________________________
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TODAY'S DATE: ___________________________________
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PARENTS SIGNATURE:_____________________________
 
I understand that it is Mr. Brand's desire to help me understand music and the creation of music at a deeper level.  Though Mr. Brand will help, I must do the learning. When I choose not to follow the rules or expectations of the class, I am cheating myself out of an opportunity to gain knowledge.  I also need to realize that classroom rules exist to create a setting where all students can learn.  Often, when someone is not following the rules and expectations of class, that person may engage in other activities which may be disturbing or distracting to fellow students.  When this happens, these other classmates are also cheated out of an opportunity to learn.  When I fail to follow the rules and expectations of the class, I am unable to fully participate in class discussion and activities.  I know I am responsible for my behavior.  I realize that it is important for me to conduct myself in a way that helps me and helps my classmates to learn.  I must become a responsible member of the Inland Lakes music program so that I may someday become a responsible and well-rounded adult.

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