Bathroom Policy Follow Up

Thank you to all who commented re: the bathroom dilemma. Before I wrote that post I had a brief idea of what I wanted to do and it involved bathroom passes, tickets, and just way too many options for students. After I wrote the blog post and read your comments I decided to make it simple as possible. Since my bathroom policy will be different than it was last year, I will see how it starts out and MIGHT make changes if I need to.

Bathroom Policy: Students are to use the bathroom before school, during recess, and during lunch time. Students will not be allowed to use the restroom within the first 10 minutes of
The start of school
The beginning of a lesson (Direct Instruction)
The end of recess
The end of lunch
Should a student need to use the restroom during class time, the student is to raise two fingers without disturbing the class, and I will acknowledge the student. The student is required to sign out using the Bathroom List, set the timer for 3 minutes, and be back in their seat before the timer rings. If a student takes longer than 3 minutes a card will be pulled. Excessive restroom use will result in pulled cards, detention, notes home, or a contract. I will use my discretion based on the number of times the student goes to the bathroom. Exceptions will be made for any student that has a doctor’s note on file with the school nurse.

So there you have it. You might think 3 minutes is too short, but our campus is small and my classroom is directly across from the nearest bathroom.

I start school Monday! Wish me well!

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