Except the last one, they all sound reasonable. Why would you need a backpack in class, anyway? And what is so wrong with having to have a pass? It only helps the teachers monitor hall way usage better. And if you don't want to be tardy, don't be late. The permissible times allotted are plenty, I'm sure. The principal sounds like she is doing a fine job, though changing everything so sudden may be a bit....well, sudden. But things have a way of changing quickly and I'm sure rules will eventually be bent a bit and policy changed as time goes on and circumstances call for it. :o