Rules

To help protect our rights and to encourage responsibility we have basic rules for our classrooms and for times when we are out of class.

Talking and Communication Rule

This rule covers:

• Hands up
• Working Noise
• Hurtful Language
• Assemblies
• Lining Up
• Moving Between Rooms

In class example – We speak kindly and respectfully to each other

Out of class example – We speak kindly and respectfully to each other

Learning Rule

This rule covers:

• The way we learn and play in our rooms and out of class
• How to get attention or help
• Behaviour on camps and excursions
• Co-operation

In class example – We work quietly and helpfully together. We take turns

Out of class example – We cooperate with others. We share the playground.

Movement Rule

This rule covers:

• The way we move about
• Using equipment
• Being on time

In class example – We walk quietly in our room and put things away carefully

Out of class example – We take care when moving about or playing outside. We look after equipment.

Treatment Rule

This rule covers:

• The way we treat each other – no sexism, no racism, no put-downs
• Manners

In class example – We are kind to each other and use good manners

Out of class example – We are kind to each other. We play friendly games.

Problem Rule

This rule covers:

• the way we fix problems up with each other

In class example – We try to solve problems in a fair manner. If that is hard we ask a teacher for help.

Out of class example – We talk to each other and try to work problems out. If we need help we ask a teacher or a peer mediator.

Safety Rule

This rule covers:

• Safe behaviour
• Use of equipment
• Camps and excursions
• Co-operation

In class example – We try not to hurt people. We use equipment safely.

Out of class example – We play safe games. We play in safe areas of the school grounds.