Our PB4L focus for next week (Week 5) is respectful. responsible and safe behaviour when using the the Toilets

In the explicit teaching lessons the expected behaviours taught will be:

1. Walk to the toilet
2. Flush the toilet after use
3. Wash hands using one pump of soap
4. Dry hands with one sheet of paper towel
5. Place the paper towel in the green bin outside the toilet
6. Be quiet during toilet visits
7. Walk quickly and quietly back to class

Examples of behaviours that negatively impact Respectful, responsible and safe behaviours when using the Toilet be taught include:

1. Shouting
2. Running and/or playing near the toilet or in the toilet
3. Putting soap on the toilet floor
4. Leaving paper towel on the floor
5. Putting paper towel into the toilet
6. Putting toilet rolls into the toilet

Our PB4L focus for (Week 6) is respectful. responsible and safe behaviour in the Covered Areas

In the explicit teaching lessons the expected behaviours taught will be:

1. Walk when under the covered areas

2. Passive Play
3. Handball and skipping only
4. Clean up after myself
5. Stay in my place until the teacher gives me permission to play

Examples of behaviours that negatively impact on Respectful, Responsible and Safe behaviour in the Covered Areas to be taught include:

1. Running and chasing
2. Playing outside the toilets/bubblers
3. Yelling and Screaming
4. Leaving my possessions behind
5. Leaving my place before the teacher gives me permission

 We would very much appreciate your discussing these weekly focuses with your children and reviewing the expected and non-acceptable behaviours in our endeavour to see that St Patrick’s is a more respectful, responsible and safe learning community for all.

PB4L Data

It is with pride that I inform you that in Weeks 2 and 3,  96 Citizenship, Merit, Library or Uniform Awards or Playground Affirmation Awards were given to students There have only been 5 incidents of Inappropriate behavior recorded thus far this term.

Congratulations boys and girls. This is wonderful news to share.

Please continue to act respectfully, responsibly and safely.

Before School Supervision of Students

Supervision of students before school is from 8:00 am – 8:45 am. Although not obligated to do so supervision from 8:00 am - 8:15 am is a service the school generously offers to parents. Students are not permitted to play during this time. The supervised play period before school is from 8:15 am - 8:45 am

Please note that students will not be permitted on to the school site before 8:00 am regardless of whether or not a teacher enters.

Please remain with your child/children should you arrive at school prior to 8:00am.

Thank you

Mr Gavan Hoctor - Assistant Principal

you arrive at school prior to 8:00am. Thank you