Hallway & Classroom Rules
What should you do with your backpack when you are walking in the hallway?
Put backpack on your back or leave it in your cubby/locker; keep it out of the walking path.
When the fire alarm rings, what is your first action?
Stop what you’re doing, line up quietly, and follow your teacher.
If a stranger asks you to get in their car, what should you do?
Say “no,” move away, and tell a trusted adult right away.
What is bullying?
Bullying is when someone repeatedly hurts, teases, or leaves someone out on purpose.
Who is a person at school that helps keep students safe (someone you can go to with a problem)?
Teacher, principal, school nurse, or school counselor.
If you need help with something in class, whom should you ask first?
Your teacher (or an adult staff member).
Where should you go during a fire drill? (Name the place or person you go to.)
To your class’s designated meeting spot outside / the assembly point or teacher.
What is a safe place you can go if you feel scared or worried at school?
Go to a teacher, office, or other trusted adult.
Name one thing you can do if you see someone being bullied.
Tell a teacher or adult, comfort the person, or get help.
Name two emergency helpers in your town (not at school) who come when there is an emergency.
Police officer and firefighter (also paramedic/EMT).
Name one thing you should not run or do in the classroom that could hurt someone.
Do not run, shout, push, or throw things.
Why should you walk quickly but quietly during a fire drill?
To hear instructions and make sure everyone gets out safely.
If someone you don’t know tries to talk to you outside school, what are two safe actions you can take?
Stay with a trusted adult, move to a public place, and tell a trusted adult or call for help.
What is a kind thing you can say to help someone who is having a bad day?
“I’m here for you,” “Are you okay?” or “Do you want to play with us?”
What number should you call in an emergency? (Explain when it is okay to call.)
911 — call for fires, serious injuries, or if someone is in danger.
Why is it important to keep your hands to yourself at school?
To keep others safe and avoid hurting anyone.
What should you do if you see smoke or flames in your classroom?
Leave the room immediately with your class, tell the teacher, and go to the meeting spot.
Why should you never share your home address or phone number with someone you just met online?
Because it can put you at risk; only share personal info with trusted adults.
If someone is teasing you and it makes you upset, what is a safe way to respond?
Tell the person to stop calmly, walk away, and tell an adult.
What should you tell the 911 operator if you call because someone is hurt? Give two important pieces of information.
Your name, location/address, what happened, and whether anyone is hurt.
Describe two ways you can help keep the hallway safe for others.
Walk at a safe pace, stay to the right, keep backpacks zipped, follow adult directions.
Explain why we have regular fire drills at school.
To practice leaving quickly and safely so everyone knows what to do.
Describe how you should respond if a stranger gives you something and asks you to keep it a secret.
Do not accept gifts or keep secrets; say no and tell a trusted adult immediately.
List three actions that show you are being an upstander (helping someone) rather than a bystander.
Tell an adult, stand near the person being bullied, and offer help or friendship.
Explain how emergency helpers (like firefighters or police) help at school during an emergency.
Firefighters put out fires and help with evacuations; police keep people safe and help control the scene; they work with school staff to make sure everyone is safe.