Assemblies

Assemblies are a regularly scheduled part of the curriculum and school life; generally, they are informative, often entertaining, but always necessary experiences. They provide one of the few opportunities in school to learn formal audience behavior. Regardless of the type or nature of the program, students are expected to manifest proper decorum, i.e., appropriate behavior. Inappropriate behavior such as excessive movement, talking, whispering, whistling, stomping of feet, and booing are discourteous and distracting. The following are some basic guidelines:

• Proceed directly to the assembly area quietly and promptly.
• Do not take your books, bags, etc., to the assembly unless specifically instructed to do so.
• Enter the gym according to the instructions given to you over the P.A.
• Locate and take your assigned seat immediately upon entering.
• Promptly come to order when the person in charge of the assembly requests your attention.
• Be courteous to the participants, and respect the rights of your peers.
• Participate or respond when called on to do so and show your appreciation by applauding or responding in a proper manner.
• Do not leave the assembly until you are officially dismissed.