Tiger Agreements
What are the four Tiger tenets at Mount View?
Caring, Safe, Productive, and Responsible (Amables, Cuidadosos, Responsables, Productivos)
Where are you allowed to play tag during recess?
Only on the cement areas (not on the big toy or black rubber mat)
Which side of the hallway should you walk on?
The right-hand side
When arriving at school, where should your cell phone or smart device stay? What happens if I see you using your phone?
In your backpack until you get home.
I will send your phone to Ms. LaRosa or Ms. Kaplan the first time it happens. If the issue continues, the principals will hold your phone, and only your grown‑up will be able to pick it up. Phones are not allowed at school.
What are minor issues that can be handled in class without going to the clinic?
Minor cuts, scrapes, stomachaches, and headaches
What should you do if you have a problem with another student before asking an adult for help?
Try to problem-solve using Kelso's Choices or Rock, Paper, Scissors
What should you do when the whistle blows at recess?
Line up quickly, safely, and calmly
What do you need if you're not with your class in the hallway?
A hall pass
How should you go down the slide on the big toy?
One at a time, feet first
What should you do at arrival as soon as you get to the cafeteria?
If you didn’t eat anything at home, please grab some breakfast and eat right away. You can play and talk with your friends once you’re done.
Name two ways to show you have a "safe body" at school.
Answers vary
Walking feet on the floor and hands & feet to self
What do you have to do if you have to go to the bathroom?
If you need to go to the bathroom, raise your hand and get a pass.
What should you do if you see a problem in the bathroom?
Report it to your teacher immediately
Where should bus riders keep their electronics during the bus ride?
In their backpack until they get home
If you're not following expectations during recess, what will the recess teacher ask you to do?
Take a break, talk to an adult.
Explain why expectations are important in our school community.
They help people feel safe and welcome, show what is acceptable, and create a positive, predictable environment for learning
What are the rules for playing soccer at school?
Have FUN! This is not professional soccer.
No cleats
No Contact (feet, hands, and body to self)
Share the ball! Pass to your teammates; soccer is a TEAM sport.
If accidents happen, apologize and make it right
Can I take a break in the pods?
Never! Students should not be in the pods unsupervised. If you need a break, use the calm corner or the buddy room.
What are some games you can play at recess?
Four square
Basketball
Green light-Red light
Soccer
Basketball
etc
What happens if you don't follow the teacher's directions during recess or lunch?
The recess teacher will call your family
A moment to be brave:
Sing the Mount View Chant!
We are caring, we are safe, every day
We are productive and responsible,
The Mount View Way!
I will try my best, I won’t give up,
I will succeed and help others when they are stuck.
We are the tigers, the mighty, mighty tigers,
We are the tigers, yeah!
Who are your grade level recess teachers?
Answers Vary
What is the ASL sign for asking for the bathroom?
Make a “T” handshape (thumb tucked between your index and middle finger).
Hold it near your shoulder or upper chest.
Shake it side‑to‑side a couple of times.
What Happens If I’m Not Following Expectations?
• The teacher will give you a reminder.
• You may need a break and fill out a reflection sheet in our buddy room.
• You might need to talk with an adult.
• We may call your family.
• You may have a meeting with the principal and your family.
• You might lose a privilege (indoor recess, a break from a game, etc.)
Name 4 Kelso's choices
Talk it out
Go to another game
take a break
Tell them to stop
Ignore
Make a Deal
Walk away
Wait and cool off (Use a coping strategy)