1. Behavior at Recess

2. Recess is a time to relax, unwind, share time with friends, and have a break from classroom activities. But it is also a continuation of “learning”. Learning to: Share Share Play games Play games Be kind Be kind Accept others Accept others Respect others Respect others

3. Unfortunately, recess is often not an enjoyable or safe time because of: Rough games where people get hurt Rough games where people get hurt Fighting Fighting Name calling Name calling Arguments Arguments Children not sharing or caring Children not sharing or caring Disrespecting the supervisors and equipment Disrespecting the supervisors and equipment

4. We need to remind you of the playground rules so that everyone stays safe and happy at recess.

5. Rule Number 1 Respect the playground supervisors. Respect the playground supervisors. Sabine Yannick Thomas Julie

6. Rule Number 2 Never use bad language. Never use bad language.

7. Rule Number 3 Respect equipment that is provided e.g. Table tennis tables, rackets and balls, skipping ropes. Always put it away if you finish playing. Respect equipment that is provided e.g. Table tennis tables, rackets and balls, skipping ropes. Always put it away if you finish playing.

8. Rule Number 4 Do not play rough games that involve fighting, weapons or gangs. People get hurt. Do not play rough games that involve fighting, weapons or gangs. People get hurt.

9. Rule Number 5 Respect other people’s games. Respect other people’s games.

10. Rule Number 6 Be kind, thoughtful and considerate to others. Do not hurt people’s feelings. Be kind, thoughtful and considerate to others. Do not hurt people’s feelings.

11. If you follow these rules: You will have a happy recess time. You will have a happy recess time. You may get a special sticker from the supervisors. You may get a special sticker from the supervisors. This sticker enters you into the “Caught Being Good” draw. You may win a prize. This sticker enters you into the “Caught Being Good” draw. You may win a prize. Special certificates will be awarded. Special certificates will be awarded.

12. But if you don’t……….. You will not have a happy recess time. You will not have a happy recess time. You will be given “Time Out” You will be given “Time Out” Your name will be written in a book. Your name will be written in a book. Your Homeroom Teacher will be informed. Your Homeroom Teacher will be informed. If your name goes in the book twice, you will receive a recess detention and your parents will be informed. If your name goes in the book twice, you will receive a recess detention and your parents will be informed.

13. This is an important matter How we should behave at school We will get along, when we obey the rules Put your hand up don’t call out, sit up straight and please don’t shout We’re learning, we’re learning Please stop talking all the time, don’t go pushing in the line We’re learning, we’re learning

14. This is an important matter How we should behave at school We will get along much better, when we can obey the rules Don’t run down the corridors; don’t leave rubbish on the floor We’re learning, we’re learning Don’t go kicking, never punch; watch your manners eat your lunch We’re learning, we’re learning

15. This is an important matter How we should behave at school We will get along much better, when we can obey the rules Don’t tell tales and don’t tell lies, don’t be cheeky or unkind We’re learning, we’re learning Treat each other with respect; always try to do your best We’re learning, we’re learning

16. This is an important matter How we should behave at school We will get along much better, when we can obey the rules REPEAT La la la la la la …………………..HEY!