Here in the SmartLab students get the opportunity to explore STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) activities through problem based learning.  

SmartLab Classroom Matrix

Routines  Expectations	Entering SmartLab	Whole Group Instruction	Work Time	Cleanup Time	Lining Up	Materials
Be Respectful	* Use a level 0 voice when entering the SmartLab * Walk in a line to your spot	* Listen when someone is talking * Look at the speaker * Raise your hand to talk * Sit quietly in your chair	* Listen to your partner when working * Use a voice level 0, 1 or 2. * If you finish your work quickly extend your learning and challenge yourself to go deeper	* Help your partner clean up * Begin cleaning up right away at cleanup time	* Line up quietly by the door * Wait with a level 0 voice for your teacher	* Treat the materials with care * Log off your computer at the end of class
Be Responsible	* Find your spot and sit quietly * Use the bathroom before coming to the SmartLab	* Stay focused on the information on your screen * Stay on the correct websites * Participate in the discussion or activity * Listen to and follow directions	* Stay on the correct websites * Keep working when things are difficult * Take turns using the mouse and materials * Do your best	* Put away all materials in the correct place * Leave your space cleaner than when you came into the Lab	* Make sure you have all your materials that you need to take with you * Make sure your area is how it looked when you arrived or better	* Put all materials in the correct place * Keep kits and materials organized * If you find materials on the floor pick up and put it in the correct place or the lost and found
Be Safe	* Use walking feet * Ask a teacher before leaving the SmartLab	* Keep hands and feet to yourself * Stay sitting at computer	* Use walking feet when getting supplies * Use materials correctly * Keep all four legs of chair on the ground	* Use walking feet when putting supplies away	* Push chair in before lining up * Use walking feet when getting in line	* Use the materials the way they are meant to be used * Carry materials and supplies carefully * Keep your floor space clean and tidy
Be Caring	* Greet the teacher and classmates with a smile	* Give friends personal space * Use kind words * Always give your best effort	* Solve your problems using your “I Message” * Use good manners * Share materials with others around you	* Work with your partner to get all your materials put away	* Keep your hands and your feet to yourself when you are in line	* Use the materials correctly * Put materials away when finished using