Tuesday, March 18, 2014

March Classroom Guidance


In Kindergarten we are learning 3 ways to handle name calling.  We are also learning and practicing fair ways to play. (sharing, trading, and taking turns) 
In First Grade we are learning and practicing problem solving skills.  We have learned that if you calm down first, you can think of many better ways to solve problems.  We are also practicing solving problems together.
In Second Grade at Jefferson we are learning the difference between good touches and bad touches.  We are learning what to do yourself if someone tries to touch you in a bad way, and when you need to get help from a grown-up. 
In Second Grade at York we are continuing to learn about how to take power back from bullies.  We have discovered where bullies get their power from, and we have learned 8 things we can do to take power away from them.  We are also learning the importance of working together as a family to make that happen. 
In Third Grade we are learning about being a person you can be proud of.  What kind of person do you want to grow up to be?  Do you have goals or dreams?  We have learned that being the person you want to be doesn’t just happen.  There are certain things that you can do to help you be the person you want to be.  There are also things you can do that will stop you from being the person you want to be.