Respectful:

• Use a respectful tone.  There are others learning in the classrooms you are walking by.

Responsible:

• Before leaving the classroom, let your teacher know where you need to go.  Go directly there. 
  

Safe:

• Remember to be safe with your words and physical actions. (Respect other people's feelings and bodies.)
• Walk facing forwards and stay to the right.

Respectful:

• Give people privacy.
• Continue to use your respectful voice.
• Keep the area clean for others.

Responsible:

• Make good decisions about your behavior, even when an adult is not with you.
• Go directly to and from the bathroom.  (Someone will be expecting you in class.)

Safe:

• Wash your hands with soap and water.  (This prevents you from catching the flu.)
• Report any unsafe behavior to an adult.

Respectful:

• Let anyone sit next to you.
• Use a quiet voice and remember good table manners.
• Be kind to everyone - that's how you make and keep friends!
  

Responsible:

• Please don't cut in front of others while waiting in line.
• Clean up after your lunch.
• Stay in the cafeteria until you have been dismissed for recess.
• Please bring your lunch money or bagged lunch.

Safe:

• Walk in the cafeteria, even after you have been dismissed!
• Keep all food and belongings to self.
• If you have to leave the cafeteria before being dismissed, please let a monitor know where you are going.

Respectful:

• Be respectful to everyone, even someone you may not like.
• Be an active listener.... keep eye contact with the speaker and talk to classmates later. Follow directions.

Responsible:

• Arrive at school on time.
• If you find the work hard, ask for help.
• Be honest and admit mistakes.
• Get a good night sleep.
• Eat a healthy breakfast.
• Bring appropriate clothing to school.
• Bring your completed homework back to school.

Safe:

• Get adults help for accidents and spills.
• Keep hands, feet and objects to self.
• Use all equipment and materials appropriately.
• If you need to leave the classroom for any reason, please let your teacher know.

Respectful:

• Include everyone.
• Play fairly - use kind words and actions.
• If you are having a problem, ask a monitor or Oak Street Peace Maker.

Responsible:

• Use the bathroom or visit the nurse before going outside.
• Return sports equipment to the monitor after recess.
• Wear outdoor clothing that is appropriate for the weather (boots, mittens, coat and hat in winter).

Safe:

• Play within boundaries.
• If anyone is hurt or being bullied, report to an adult.
• No play-fighting (many times it turns into a real fight).

Respectful:

• Treat others as you expect to be treated - with respect.

Responsible:

• If you have difficulty with your school work or are having any trouble at school, talk to your parents or someone you trust. 
• Get to be early so you are rested and ready to learn.
• Have a healthy breakfast.
• Complete your homework.

Safe:

• Let your parents know where you are going and who you're with when leaving home.
• Talk to your parents about safety rules to follow if you are home alone.
• Remember to wear your helmet when riding your bike or roller blades.