Classroom
True/False. It is okay to open doors for other students without staff's permission
False! We do not open doors for other students because they might not be ready or regulated to be in our classroom :)
Swearing, Cheating, Not Listening, Making rude comments (this game sucks, etc), "Policing" (telling everyone they're cheating,etc)
True or False. The library has books you can read.
True! The library has many great books to choose from that you can read at anytime.
Name at least one place in the school you can go to regulate if you're feeling angry, upset, frustrated, and/or tired.
Chill Space, Basecamp, Outside, Jenn C's office, Cass' office, Erin's office, Justine's office, clinical hallway
When are you allowed to go outside?
Unless there's an unsafe situation happening outside, you can go outside anytime. If you need fresh air, to walk around, need to be by yourself, want to play, etc you're always welcome to go outside.
When can I take a snack, fidget, or noise cancelling headphones?
Anytime you want! As long as you're using them respectfully or appropriately.
What do I do if I get a yellow card?
Stand by the gym door for two minutes. Staff will let you know when to return.
When is it ok to run around and have horseplay in the library?
Never! The library is a place to learn and participate.
Where's a space you can go to when you just want to be alone?
Chill space, clinical hallway, outside. We still need to supervise/check on you, but we will give you space if you would like to be alone.
Right side! That way bikes can go past you, and people won't walk into you
What might happen if we don't use something in the classroom respectfully?
It might get taken away for a while. We want you to have fun at school with these things, but we need to use them respectfully!
What happens if I get 3 yellow cards in one gym class?
You get a red card.
You should always make a ________ with Austin/Colin and Lauren before going into the library
Plan! - Can be do lego, to read, to draw, watch a movie/video, etc. The library is not a place just to hang out and do nothing.
Where's a space you can go to if you feel like you have a lot of energy?
Gym, Outside, Weight room, basecamp
When is it good time to yell at, be inappropriate around, or be rude towards a member in the community?
Never! You need to be respectful to everyone in the community. It is a public expectation.
True/False. We get to do a preferred activity whenever we want (Laptop, lego, etc)
False. There are appropriate times to do preferred activities. Always ask staff, and they can let you know if it's a good time, or if something else needs to happen first.
Name at least one way you can receive a red card in gym.
3 yellow cards, swearing at a student or staff, bullying, or being physically unsafe.
True or False. You can go to the library during lunch break.
Yes, at 12:20 you can go to the library for 20 minutes for lunch break.
Name at least one of the four spaces you can go to during lunch break.
Gym, library, outside, or Merilee's tech room
When can you go into the Bow River at Edworthy Park?
Never! It is not safe to go in the river and against our school policy.
What are the two things that need to happen when you receive a red card?
You cannot be in the gym for a full school day. You also need to speak with a gym teacher and make a commitment to follow gym expectations.
Who's someone in the school you can talk to when you are not feeling happy and need someone to listen to you and your feelings?
Austin, Colin, Cass, Jen, Justine, Erin, or anybody you feel safe and comfortable with! Justine and Erin are also here to support you work through big feelings and can be very helpful.
If you find something interesting in the community and want to take it back to the school, who should you ask first?
The staff first! We will see if it is appropriate to bring back to school.