PCS Behavior Expectations Matrix

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

HALLWAY / STAIRWAY

• Give quiet words to greet others
• Respect all hallway displays
• Use a 0-1 voice level

• Go directly to where you need to be
• Keep eyes forward
• Space between you and others
• Walk single file

• Walk on right hand side of hallway / stairway
• Carry personal belongings properly
• Walk up and down stairs one step at a time
• Keep body to yourself

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

CAFETERIA

• Use 0 voice level in line until seated
• Use quiet voice while seated (1-2 voice level)
• Use appropriate, polite language
• Use table manners

• Take appropriate serving size and materials
• Sit at assigned table
• Raise your hand for help and permission to leave your table
• Clean up your space = table and floor

• Enter and exit the cafeteria orderly
• Eat only your own food
• Keep body and objects to self
• Walk at all times
• Stay seated until dismissed

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

BATHROOM / DRINKING FOUNTAIN

• Respect the privacy of others
• Leave area clean and neat - take care of our school
• Wait patiently and quietly in line (0-1) voice level
• Treat bathroom fountain equipment appropriately

• Go, flush, wash, leave
• Return to class promptly
• Use appropriate amount of bathroom supplies and dispose of them properly

• Use bathroom / fountain with permission
• Keep personal space
• Report inappropriate / unsafe behavior

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

RECESS / PLAYGROUND

• Practice sportsmanship
• Show kindness with words and actions = Use appropriate and positive language
• Be inclusive
• Take turns and share

• Return equipment to appropriate place
• First whistle = freeze
  Second whistle = line up
• Be an effective problem solver
• Follow rules and directions
• Be prepared for the activity and conditions

• Stay within boundaries
• Use equipment appropriately and safely
• Keep body and objects to self
• Report unresolved conflicts, accidents, or injuries to the duty staff

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

ASSEMBLY

• Enter and exit the assembly quietly (0-1 voice level)
• Raise hand to answer a question
• Follow staff directions
• Applaud appropriately to show appreciation

• Be an active listener
• Look, listen, and learn

• Keep the aisles clear
• Stay with your teacher
• Keep hands and feet still and to yourself

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BE RESPECTFUL

BE RESPONSIBLE

BE SAFE

BUS

• Follow directions of bus driver
• Use appropriate and positive language
• Use a level 1 voice

• Find your seat quickly
• Keep seat and floor clean
• Stop talking and listen when the bus driver turns on the lights
• Help others

• Respect 10 foot "danger zone" while waiting for bus to stop
• Stay sitting up, back against seat, facing forward
• Keep belongings on your laps
• Refrain from eating or drinking
• Keep aisles and exits clear