Who
Who should you ask for help if you don't understand something in class?
What is:
My teacher and/or my support staff.
What can you say to start a conversation with someone you don’t know well?
What is:
"Hi, my name is [your name]. What's your name?"
Where can you go if you need a break from class to calm down?
What is:
A calm down corner in my classroom, the support room, or the sensory corner.
When do you need to brush your teeth?
What is:
After you wake up and before you go to bed.
Why do we recite the ACES way?
What is:
To encourage positive decisions, treat our friends and staff kindly, and respect our school.
Who should you talk to if someone is bothering you?
What is:
A trusted adult, like a teacher, support staff or parent/guardian.
What is a polite way to interrupt someone?
What is:
Wait for a pause and then say, “Excuse me.”
Where is a good place to start a conversation with someone new?
What is:
The school bus/van, the lunch tables, on the playground, or during free time during class.
When should you stop and look both ways before crossing the street?
What is:
You should look both ways at all times before you cross the street, even if the light is green.
Why is it important to be kind to others when making friends?
What is:
It helps build trust and makes others feel comfortable around you.
Who can help you when you are feeling upset or frustrated?
What is:
A teacher, support staff, counselor, speech therapist or trusted adult.
What should you do if you are lost in a store or in a public place?
What is:
Find a store worker or a police officer to ask for help.
Where should you keep your hands when you’re not playing with something or working in class?
What is:
In your own space (safe hands) or by your sides.
When might it be a good idea to walk away from a situation?
What is:
When you feel like you’re getting too upset or angry to think clearly.
Why do we say "please" and "thank you"?
What is:
To show respect and appreciation to others.
Who should you talk to if you’re having trouble with a bully?
What is:
A teacher, support staff, counselor, speech therapist or trusted adult.
What is something you can do to calm yourself down when you are feeling angry?
What is:
Take deep breaths, count to ten, ask for a sensory tool, talk to a trusted staff member, ask for a break, or ask to take a walk.
Where is it not safe to share personal information online?
What is:
On social media, chat rooms, or any public website.
When should you ask someone if it’s okay to touch their things?
What is:
Before you touch their things, to make sure it’s okay with them.
Why is it important to manage your emotions?
What is:
To help you make good choices and maintain positive relationships with others.
Who should you go to if you feel sick or hurt during the school day?
What is:
Talk to a teacher, support staff, or related service provider and ask them to take you to the nurse.
What should you do if you see something unsafe at school?
What is:
Tell a teacher, support staff or an adult in charge immediately.
Where is it not okay to talk loudly or disrupt others?
What is:
In a library, in the classroom, or in the hallways.
When is it important to ask questions if you don’t understand something an adult says?
What is:
First, listen for instructions. Then ask a question when you don't understand, so you can get help right away.
Why is it important to listen when a friend is talking?
What is:
It shows you care about what they are saying and builds a good friendship.