PRIDE
FOUNDATIONS OF BCSS
POLICIES + PROCEDURES + THINGS WE LEARNED IN PD
RANDO
TRIVIA
TRIVIA
100
What are the school colors?
Blue + Yellow
100
Why is COURAGE the first PRIDE VALUE?
...because everything follows from there. Without COURAGE, we most likely cannot embody or embrace the other PRIDE values.
100
Name one of the types of DOPE BIRDS we discussed to learn about COMMUNICATION STYLES.
Share how this bird is an effective communicator and how it is working to improve.
Dove: Supportive / unsure of self
Owl: meticulous / overly critical
Peacock: enthusiastic / sometimes lacking follow through
Eagle: direct / can be perceived as harsh
100
Why is Buffalo called the City of Light?
It was one of the first cities in the WORLD to achieve electric power on a wide-scale. This system was installed and demonstrated at the 1901 Pan Am Exposition as part of a World's Fair
200
Explain at least 3 of the symbolic meanings embedded in the BCCS logo
200
Name 3 PRIDE values -- other than COURAGE...
Perseverance
Respect
Integrity
Discipline
Empathy
200
What are ACEs + how do they potentially impact the educational environment?
Adverse
Childhood
Events
-- These are trauma occurrences that happen before the age of 18.
-- POTENTIAL IMPACT on educational environment: distracted, tired or wired, aggression, lacking healthy coping skills or ability to process feelings + information, shutting down, connection seeking, etc.
200
How long does a TRANSPORTATION CHANGE take to process?
2-3 weeks!
300
Name + demonstrate at least 4 of the HAND SIGNALS used at BCCS
ANSWERS:
300
Name one CORE BELIEF of BCCS and explain (in your own words) why it's an important part of the work we do.
EX:
Achievement is a mindset
People matter.
Every moment counts.
Culture must be intentionally established.
300
What are three things that OPS TEAM supports the school in:
-- Enrollment
-- Communications
-- Tech logistics
-- Food logistics
-- Transportation
-- Facilities
300
Who is contracted to provide the FOOD + TRANSPORTATION services to BCCS?
Buffalo Public Schools (BPS)
400
Perform one of the BCCS cheers, b-day songs -- OR take 1 minute to create a new one!
Performance:
400
What are the two MOST IMPORTANT PHYSICAL elements of a CIRCLE + why?
-- the circle shape itself
-- the talking piece
400
When do you call the CODE TEAM to assist with an occurrence?
-- head trauma + physical injury
-- blood + fluids
-- physical or verbal altercation that you cannot break up
400
What is the name of our 3rd Party HR provider? And, who should you contact with any questions or issues?
ALCOTT (via iSolved online portal)
-- Contact Mike Anastasia, Emily, Blair
500
What are the acceptable UNIFORM items including colors of clothing?
Shirts (All of the following are acceptable attire.)
Buffalo Collegiate Polo
Buffalo Collegiate T-shirt
Buffalo Collegiate College Advisory T-Shirt
Buffalo Collegiate Cardigan or Sweatshirt
Bottoms
Pants: Khaki, Navy, and Black pants
Skirts: Plaid, Khaki, Navy knee-length skirt or jumper
Closed toe shoes are required every school day (no Crocs, sandals, flip flops)
Students should wear sneakers/tennis shoes on days that they have Physical Education
500
What is the BCCS MISSION?
Please recite it out loud from memory.
OUR MISSION:
WITH UNRELENTING DETERMINATION AND A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE, WE EDUCATE STUDENTS IN GRADES 4 THROUGH 12 TO GRADUATE FROM THE COLLEGE OF THEIR CHOICE AND SERVE AS OUR NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS.
500
What 4 questions can we ask ourselves to reframe our mindset when intervening to de-escalate behavior?
1) What am I feeling now?
2) What does the young person feel, need, or want?
3) How is the environment affecting the young person?
4) How do I best respond?
500
What document contains a comprehensive list with links to almost ALL of the information that was discussed + presented in the August 22 PD sessions?