Dear all,

I am sure all of you are very familiar with the use of zoom, however, please still be reminded of the following while the swim team conducts any sessions through zoom.

8 'CLASSROOM RULES' FOR ZOOM MEETINGS
Do you remember the days of “classroom rules?” Now that we have moved to a Zoom
classroom, it’s also important that we all agree to follow some basic rules for the good
of conversations, to make sure everyone is able to get all the help they need, and to
assure a level of gravitas appropriate to the dignity of learning at Trinity School.

Rule 1: Be on Time
Just as during regular classes, it is important that you are on time to your Zoom meeting
class. Teachers are working hard to get the most out of their limited amount of time.

Rule 2: Set Up in As Professional a Space as Possible
While we know space is tight, try to find a place where you can sit up and your background
is as free from distraction for others as possible. Remember, we can see everything behind
you!

Rule 3: Use Only Your Real Name
Just as during regular learning, we want to honor the dignity and importance of our own and
each other's names. Do not change your Zoom ID or Google profile name to a nickname or
anything other than the name your teachers call you by in your classes.

Rule 4: Dress for Success
While we are not requiring students to be in uniform, please “dress for success,” as they say.
Casual clothing is OK, but no PJ’s or clothing that would otherwise distract from the
seriousness of the meetings.

Rule 5: Be Professional and Respectful in Your Speech
Because Zoom classrooms feel more like social media, you may be tempted to be more
casual in your speech. Remember to be respectful, orderly, and kind.

Rule 6: Don’t Chew With Your Mouth Open … Or At All For That Matter
Please don’t eat during a Zoom meeting. We don’t need to see the crumbs on the corner of
your mouth.

Rule 7: No Side “Conversations”
Just as during regular classroom learning, side conversations can be very disruptive to the
conversation we are trying to have. Please do not privately text, chat, or engage in other
electronic communication during Zoom meetings.

Rule 8: Do Not Record the Meetings
Though you may want to preserve a meeting for later use, in some states this would be
illegal. Please do not record any Zoom meeting using your computer or another recording
device.

Regards
Coach John