Safety
How do I use the rocket ship safely?
Only climb as high as I feel comfortable, do not hang upside down, watch out for other people.
Where do you go if you want to play basketball?
The blacktop
What can I use to play catch?
Any type of ball
True or False: I can tackle my friend.
False.
Should I play with people who make me feel bad?
No.
True or False: It is dangerous to climb on the outside of the jungle gym.
True.
Why is it important to stay where my teacher can see me?
So I can be safe.
How do I use chalk?
To draw on the blacktop.
What kind of language is not allowed at recess?
Swearing, name calling, inappropriate words, etc.
How do I know recess is over?
When Ms. Katt blows the whistle.
Should I pet a dog walking through the playground?
Nope! Do not interact with anyone who is not from our school.
True or False: I can go up to where the old playground was.
False
What should I do with the sports equipment after recess?
Clean it up right away.
What should I do if I don't want to play with someone?
Say "No, I don't want to play" in a kind voice.
Where do I line up when recess is over?
At door 11 (the door by the gym).
What should I do if someone is being unsafe?
Leave the area and tell a teacher.
Can I go up the hill towards the street? Why or why not?
No. I need to stay with the class and away from strangers / cars. It is unsafe.
How do I use the swing? How many people can be on the swing?
Sitting down and not swinging too high. There can be up to 4 people on the swing at a time.
Move away from them and get a teacher.
When should I use the bathroom?
Before or after recess.
What should I do with the wood chips?
Nothing. The wood chips stay on the ground.
What is the outdoor classroom for?
It is for learning. I should not play on it.
What can I use to tie up other people?
Nothing. That is not safe.
How do I respond if my friend says they don't want to play with me?
Say "Okay" and find something else to do.
It is time to leave and there is still sports equipment sitting out. I did not play with the sports equipment. What should I do?
Pick up the sports equipment! We are a community and work together to care for our materials.