Blue Zone
Give two emotions/states of being commonly associated with the Blue Zone.
low energy, sad, tired, depressed, sleepy
What does being in the Green Zone mean for learning and behavior? List two indicators a teacher might see.
Green = calm, focused, ready to learn; indicators: attentive posture, completing work on time
List three emotions or states commonly associated with the Yellow Zone
Emotions: frustration, anxiety, wiggly, jumpy, overexcited
Give two examples of behaviors or feelings typical of the Red Zone
Examples: aggressive outburst, wild running, yelling/screaming, self-harm, shutting-down
What is a group of bobcats called?
A Clowder
Describe one strategy a student can use when they are in the Blue Zone to improve regulation during a quiet independent work period.
Strategy example: gentle movement (stand and stretch), hydration, brief check-in with staff, short walk.
State two quick self-check questions a student can ask to determine if they are in the Green Zone
Self-checks: "Am I focused?" "Can I follow directions?"
Identify two physical signs that someone might be entering the Yellow Zone
Physical signs: fidgeting, increased volume, pacing, flushed face
Explain why immediate de-escalation strategies for the Red Zone must differ from strategies used in the Yellow Zone.
Red requires immediate safety-focused interventions; Yellow uses coaching and supports.
What is the scientific name for a Bobcat?
Lynx Rufus
Explain how recognizing that a student is in the Blue Zone might change how you approach a group task with them
Recognize and allow lower participation, shift tasks to match energy level (remain seated), check in privately
Design a 3‑minute desk-based routine to help a student return to the Green Zone after a short distraction.
Example: 30 seconds deep breathing, 1 minute posture reset and materials check, 30 seconds preview of next task.
Suggest three self-calming strategies a student could try when they realize they’re entering the Yellow Zone during a test
Strategies: box breathing, standing and stretching, brief sensory grounding (touch desk, count five objects)
What are the three questions we ask ourselves when engaging with an individual who is in the red zone?
What am I feeling now?
How is the environment affecting the situation?
How do I best respond?
How big is a bobcat's territory?
Up to 30 square miles
Create a short two-step plan a student could use to move from the Blue Zone to the Green Zone if they feel too withdrawn to participate in class
Plan example: (1) stand and stretch for 1 minute, (2) do two deep breaths and set a small participation goal
Explain how goal-setting connects to staying in the Green Zone and give one classroom example
Goal-setting helps maintain focus; example: set a short learning goal and reward when achieved.
What can you say to a co-worker who seems to be in the Yellow Zone
Script example: "Hey, do you want to walk outside with me for a quick break?"
Discuss how trauma-informed practices influence responses to students in the Red Zone
Trauma-informed practices: prioritize safety and trust, avoid punitive responses, use physical restraint as a last resort
Bobcats are crepuscular animals which means...
they are mostly active during twilight.
What are two supports school can offer to a student who is stuck in the blue zone day after day?
Check in-Check out, adjusted workload, work with peers, non-contingent activating coping skills such as walks and hydration, consistent schedule with breaks
What are three Tier 1 classroom supports that support maintaining students in the Green Zone
Sufficient lighting, reduced clutter, flexible seating options, calm staff, clearly articulated schedule, visual supports, minimal unstructured time
What is one strategy staff can use when students are in the Yellow Zone to avoid escalation to red?
Remain calm, prompt the student to use previously taught and practiced coping skills, reduce language from adults, reduce the number of people present, remove target/trigger, offer hurdle help
What are the three Post Incident processes used to restoratively follow up after a significant incident?
Staff Processing, Post Incident Debriefing, Reengagement Process
A baby bobcat is called a...
Kitten