SPA
What does each letter in "S.P.A." stand for?
Safe, Positive, Accountable
What is the name of your school principal?
Mrs. Koper
What business/outside office does Miss Jenny work for?
Parkside therapy
What percentage of the human body is water?
A.90%
B.75%
C.20%
D.60%
D. 60%
Name one way to practice self-care at home.
Resting, cleaning, watching a funny movie, spending time with family/friends, eating, coloring, listening to music, playing with pets, exercise.
Share one way you can be "Safe" in the classroom.
Keep hands, feet, & objects to yourself, be respectful to staff/peers, have permission to leave classroom with a pass.
What is the name of your Vice Principal?
Mr. Baker
What was Ms. Rands favorite class to teach prior to being a therapeutic support teacher?
Science!
How often should you wash your bed sheets?
Once a week.
Reminding self of goals, positive self-talk, asking for help, asking to take a break, speaking with guidance/Miss Jenny, deep breathing, talking to a friend (during appropriate times), making a to-do list, identify problem & explore solutions.
Name one way to be "positive" in the classroom.
Put forth your best effort, show a positive attitude, be problem solver.
Name at two guidance staff/school psychologists from the building.
Mrs. Mcgibbens, Mrs. Erdmann, Mrs. Sherri, Ms. Anderson.
How many students can the TS room have at one time?
10 students
Clothes in the washer can get moldy if they are left wet for more...
A: 3-7 hours
B: 8-12 hours
C: 12-16 hours
D:1 Day
B: 8-12 hours
What is an example of a "risk factor?"
Anything that pulls you away from your goals. Negative thoughts, people, unsafe environment, uncomfortable feelings.
Name one way to be "Accountable" in the classroom.
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself; Come to class prepared & on time; Follow directions and complete tasks when given; Use appropriate language.
What are the names of the two school secretaries?
Mrs. Hunter, Ms. Kinkade
On average, how much time is given before students begin pushing out into regular classroom settings?
Around every two weeks (as long as behavior/classroom expectations are met)
What vitamin is nicknamed the “sunshine vitamin” because our bodies produce it when exposed to sunlight?
Vitamin C
What is an example of a "protective factor"?
Positive people, meeting health/wellness needs, attending school, hobbies/after school activities, therapy, safe/support environments, calming techniques, and effective problem solving skills.
Give me one example on unsafe behavior in the classroom, one example of negative behavior in the classroom, and one example of unaccountable behavior in the classroom.
Leaving the classroom without permission, violence toward others, swearing/disrespectful language, disrupting class instruction, refusing to work for teacher, refuse to problem solve.
Name each of your TS teachers.
Mr. Brenneman, Mr. Costa, Mrs. Walls, Mr. Grubbs.
How many years has the Therapeutic Classroom been open?
Classroom started in the Fall of 2020!
Around what age does the human brain stop developing?
The human brain is generally considered fully developed around age 25, with the prefrontal cortex—the last region to mature—continuing structural refinement into the early 30s.
Explain why setting goals (academic or personal) is important.
Helps progress further in life, moves oneself in positive direction, maintains healthy lifestyle/practicing personal values, maintains relationships and self-esteem.