Recess Expectations
You see a classmate sitting alone during recess. What's the right thing to do?
Invite them to join your game or ask if they want company.
What should you do when the teacher is giving directions?
Listen respectfully and keep your eyes on the teacher.
During a group activity, one person wants to go first. What's a fair way to decide?
Take turns or vote as a group.
(Rock, paper, Scissors)
You feel frustrated after getting a math problem wrong. What should you do?
Take a breath, try again, and ask for help if you need it.
Should you have a drink around your Chromebook? Why or why not?
No, because it could spill and ruin your Chromebook.
You and a friend both want the same ball. What should you do?
Take turns or find a fair way to decide, like rock-paper-scissors.
You're done with your work but the rest of the class is still working. What should you do?
Stay quiet and do an early finisher activity (read silently, work on make up work, study for a test) without distractly others.
Someone in your group has a different idea than you. What should you do?
Listen to their idea and talk through as a group. Don't ignore them.
You feel sad but don't want anyone to know. What's something you can do to feel better at school?
Talk to a trusted adult or use a calming strategy like deep breathing.
You accidentally go to the wrong website. What should you do?
Close the tab and tell the teacher if needed.
A competitive game you're playing gets too serious and kids serious and kids start arguing. What should you do to help keep things safe and fun?
Remind others it's just a game and help remind players of the rules OR take a break.
Your pencil breaks during a lesson. What's the best way to fix it without causing a disruption?
Quietly follow the classroom routine. Wait until the right time or raise your hand and wait patiently to be called on.
One person is doing all the work while others just sit back. What can you do to fix this?
Speak up respectfully and suggest that everyone gets a part to work on.
You got into a small argument with a friend and now you're both upset. What's a good way to make things better?
Let some time pass so things cool off and apologize (if needed).
Ask if you can talk things out calmly.
You notice a classmate playing a game during class. What should you do?
Focus on your work or let the teacher know if it keeps happening.
Someone breaks a recess rule and gets hurt. Now everyone is blaming each other. What should you do when teachers ask what happened?
Tell the truth respectfully-even if it means someone gets a consequence.
You get frustrated with an assignment and feel like giving up. What should you do before asking for help?
Take a deep breath, reread the directions, and try your best before asking.
Your group can't agree and it's slowing things down. What's a good strategy?
Take a quick vote or ask the teacher for help if needed.
Arguing won't make it better.
You're feeling angry but don't want to get in trouble. What's a smart way to handle your anger in class?
Use a coping strategy like breathing, drawing, or asking for a quick break.
you share a device with a classmate and they won't let you take your turn. What should you do?
Speak up calmly and ask the teacher for help if needed.
A group of students keeps leaving someone out at recess every day. What's the right way to speak up or get help without making the situation worse?
Talk to the other group in a kind way about including others. If it doesn't change, quietly let a teacher know so they can help.
You notice a classmate is always blurting out and interrupting lessons. You're getting annoyed. What's a respectful way to deal with it?
Focus on your own behavior, and if it continues, talk to the teacher privately instead of reacting in class.
A group member keeps getting distracted and is not helping. You've already reminded them nicely. What should you do next?
Tell the teacher calmly and explain what's going on so they can support the group.
You're feeling overwhelmed during the school day and it's hard to focus. What should you do to stay in control and get support?
Ask for a break, write down your feelings, or check in with your teacher.
A student is acting mean to another quiet student and making them sad.
You feel like it's bullying but are not sure.....
What would be the right thing to do?
Quietly talk to a teacher about it and report the problem you see.
Check in with the sad classmate.