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We listen to one another. We all engage in discussion, each taking responsibility for our role in the conversation--not just sitting back as others do the thinking and talking. We respect one another's opinions, even when different from our own. We say what is on our mind, knowing that we don't have to be "right" all the time. We will speak when we have something to say, but raise our hands when several people are trying to talk at once. Students may call on one another. We will experiment with different types of writing, knowing that Dr. H wants us to find meaningful topics and an authentic voice. We know we can share personal stories with the understanding that they stay in the room unless the speaker gives permission otherwise. We bring our books every day. We check the wiki each day, doing assignments when absent unless too sick. We don't read SparkNotes or Cliff Notes, knowing they mushify our brains.