Support
Is it ok to ask for help?
Yes!
True or False: You should feel safe coming to school.
Yes!
What are our school colors?
Green and gold
What should I do if I'm confused about the rules at school?
Ask my teacher
Name all of the specials (name at least 4)
PE (physical education), Library, Music, Art, Health, STEM, science lab
Who can you ask to speak to if you are feeling anxious, nervous, sad, or angry?
Your teachers, the social worker, the school psychologist, the principal, your friends, your parents...anyone you feel comfortable talking to!
The school nurse
Is ok to be nervous about coming back to school?
Yes! There are a lot of people feeling this way and your teachers are here to help you!
Will you be notified if the rules change throughout the school year?
Yes! Your teachers and parents will let you know if rules change.
Who are our principal and assistant principal?
Mrs. Pickford and Mrs. Kiersh
Who are the social worker(s) and school psychologist(s) in your building?
the fabulous Ms. Lambert and amazing Mrs. Woodruff
Name one way to keep yourself healthy in school?
Wash your hands, cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, use hand sanitizer, etc.
True or False...many students and teachers are feeling more than one feeling about school starting (bonus--name 2 feelings they might be feeling)
TRUE!!!!!
nervous, excited, happy, sad, relieved, thrilled, scared, and any other feeling you can think of!
If I have to wear a mask at school am I allowed to take a mask break?
Yes! You can take your mask off whenever you are eating, drinking and outside. Your teacher will also give you many mask breaks.
How many grades are in Minnesauke?
7 (kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th)
What is a coping strategies you can use if you are feeling anxious or nervous in school?
talk to someone, take a break, take a few deep breaths, get a drink or water, ask your teacher if you can go for a walk, draw a picture, think about something that makes you feel happy, imagine a relaxing place like the beach or your bedroom...there are so many other things you can do too!
If you're feeling unsafe in school who can you talk to?
Your parents, your teachers, the social worker(s) and psychologist(s).
True or False...remote school was better than in-person school
There is no right or wrong answer since it is your opinion! Let's talk about what you will miss from remote school and what you are looking forward to this school year!
If you have to wear a mask at school, is it ok to take it off to eat and drink?
Yes! It's important to eat and stay hydrated at school!
Who are the nurses at Minnesauke?
Mrs. Murry and Mrs. Cohn