School Safety
Why is walking in the hallways important?
It prevents accidents and injuries inside the school
Where is the safest place to cross a busy street?
At a crosswalk or with a crossing guard
What kind of information should you not share online?
Home address, phone number, passwords, school name, etc.
What should you do if you see smoke or fire in your house?
Get outside if possible and call 911
What are 3 kinds of protective equipment for any sport?
Helmet, shin guards, shoulder pads, proper footwear, etc.
What should you do during a fire drill at school?
Line up, leave quickly and quietly, follow your teacher, go to the meeting spot
What should you do if you hear a siren while biking or walking near the road?
Move to the side and let emergency vehicles pass
What should you do if a stranger sends you a message online?
Don’t respond, block them, tell a trusted adult
What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?
Stop, drop, and roll
What should you do before playing sports to prevent injury?
Warm up, stretch, listen carefully to rules
What are some classroom tools that you need to be safe while using?
Scissors, hot glue guns, lab equipment, etc.
Why should you wear bright or reflective clothing at night?
So drivers can see you easily
What makes a strong password?
A mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, and something that is not easy to guess
Why should cleaning supplies and medicines be kept locked away?
Many are dangerous or poisonous if touched or swallowed
How does safety look different in team vs. individual sports?
In team sports, safety relies on communication and awareness of others; in individual sports, safety focuses on personal technique and using equipment correctly
If you see bullying happening, what’s one safe way to respond?
Tell a teacher, support the person, don’t join in
If you see a dangerous item (like a needle or broken glass) in your neighborhood, what should you do?
Don’t touch it and tell an adult or report it to someone in charge
Why should you think before posting pictures online?
They can be shared forever, may affect you in the future, might unintentionally be giving strangers personal information, etc.
Why should you avoid plugging too many devices into one outlet?
It can cause overheating or a fire
If you get hurt while playing a sport, what’s the first thing you should do?
Stop playing and tell a coach/teacher
Why is it important to know your school’s emergency procedures?
So you know how to stay calm and safe during real emergencies
Name two ways you can help keep your community safe.
Follow traffic rules, report unsafe behavior, use sidewalks, help younger kids, volunteer, etc.
What’s one safe way to deal with or avoid cyberbullying?
Limit your time on social media, don’t reply, save evidence, block/report, tell a trusted adult, etc.
Name two things every family should have for emergencies.
Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, emergency contacts, smoke detectors, escape plan
Explain the relationship between communication, teamwork, and injury oprevention in fast-paced sports
Clear communication and teamwork help players coordinate, maintain safe distances, and avoid accidental collisions.