Why do we have these rules?
Rules
- Students are getting pushed.
- Students are getting hurt or they are hurting other people.
- Students are teasing and arguing.
- Tag is too rough.
- Students are deciding not to play tag.
Rules
- Tag is to be played in the “Tag areas” only (see map).
- Tag should NEVER be played in the mulch area, or where soccer, basketball or football is being played.
Conflict Resolution:
For quick and easy (Yes/ No... He said / She said) problems - students should engage in Rock / Paper / Scissors.
If teachers are finding that students are complaining or not able to resolve their recess conflicts... students have been made aware that teacher(s) may suspend that student(s) participation in that area of recess (or game) - or may simply take that game or equipment away as a recess choice.
Why will teachers suspend participation? - Because there are no benefits to students (or teachers) if a large portion of students are returning to class from recess angry or upset... Mr. B can help students find their "next best" at recess, if student(s) need help.