Flashes Behavior Slides
EDGEWOOD INTERMEDIATE
School-Wide Guide
Flashes Behavior
Blueprint
How we stay Safe, Responsible, and Respectful every single day!
Welcome, Edgewood Flashes!
Let's Shine together
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Crucial School Rules
School-Wide
Non-Negotiables
These essential rules apply to all Flashes at all times to keep our school focused, organized, and ready to learn.
Classroom Baggage Rules
No backpacks, coats, hats, hoods, sunglasses, blankets, or personal bags in classrooms. Keep them in your locker!
Food & Drink Cutoff
No food or drinks (except water) in classrooms after 7:55 AM. Finish snacks early!
Every Space • Every Day
Classroom Readiness
LOCATION 1
THE HALLWAY
Safe
- • Stay with your class from room to room
- • Stay in your own personal space
- • Help fellow Flashes feel successful
Responsible
- • Do your best to assist transitions
- • Actively listen to all teachers
- • Be accountable for your actions
Respectful
- • Be thoughtful of studying classes
- • Follow adult directions the first time
- • Respect and care for wall items
Flash Challenge!
Let's Discuss
"Your class is transitioning, and you pass another group testing in silence. What does 'Respectful' hallway behavior look like in that exact moment?"
Turn and talk to a partner!
Quiet transitions lead to great learning!
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 2
THE CLASSROOM
Safe
- • Walk safely inside the classroom
- • Stay inside your assigned workspace
- • Support your classmates' safety
Responsible
- • Arrive fully prepared with supplies
- • Listen attentively and participate
- • Take ownership of your learning daily
Respectful
- • Use encouraging, kind words
- • Follow teacher directions immediately
- • Respect all classroom equipment
Interactive Demo
Let's Practice!
Who wants to act out a "Responsible Flash"? Show us what it looks like to enter the room, unpack, and sit down ready to go!
Ready, set, action!
Ready to learn, ready to succeed.
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 3
THE CAFETERIA
Safe
- • Walk safely at all times
- • Remain seated until dismissed
- • Keep your food on your own tray
Responsible
- • Thoroughly clean up your table area
- • Listen closely for lunch directions
- • Keep all food inside the cafeteria
Respectful
- • Use kind and welcoming words
- • Follow staff directions immediately
- • Always use polite table manners
Think About It
Cafeteria Care
"Why is keeping food on your own tray both a Safe AND a Respectful behavior?"
Let's hear your thoughts!
A clean cafeteria is a happy cafeteria!
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 4
THE RESTROOM
Safe
- • Walk safely when entering and exiting
- • Keep your hands and feet to yourself
- • Absolutely no horseplay at any time
Responsible
- • Use a pass & return straight back
- • Follow hygiene rules (wash hands!)
- • Report any issues immediately
Respectful
- • Throw paper towels in the trash can
- • Listen to restroom monitors/teachers
- • Take care of all school property
Real Scenario
What would you do?
"You find a messy sink area or paper towels all over the floor. What's the most Responsible way to handle this?"
Make the right choice!
Help keep our shared spaces clean!
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 5
ARRIVAL & DISMISSAL
Safe
- • Walk safely while entering/exiting
- • Go directly where you need to be
- • Listen closely to transit staff
Responsible
- • Visit your locker at designated times only
- • Prep all books/Chromebooks/homework
- • Keep personal items securely organized
Respectful
- • Walk quietly to your morning destination
- • Greet adults and peers with kindness
- • Prepare to listen when the bell rings
Morning Checklist
Quick Check
Name three specific items you must always grab from your locker to start your morning prepared!
Organize and succeed!
Start and finish the day strong!
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 6
THE BUS
Safe
- • Stay seated, facing forward at all times
- • Keep your hands and feet to yourself
- • Keep voice levels off or very low
Responsible
- • Follow all transit safety rules
- • Notify driver if there is a problem
- • Use personal devices appropriately
Respectful
- • Greet driver and thank them daily
- • Use helpful, kind words with peers
- • Protect and care for transit property
Safety Discussion
Why Voice Levels Matter
"How does keeping a low voice level help the driver keep everyone on the bus safe?"
Let's talk about it!
Safety starts before we arrive at school!
Flashes Pride
LOCATION 7
THE PLAYGROUND
Safe
- • Walk safely to designated play areas
- • Use equipment properly and safely
- • Keep a safe 'space bubble' around friends
Responsible
- • Listen for recess whistles and freeze
- • Return all equipment to transition bags
- • Be accountable for safe game rules
Respectful
- • Always use positive and kind speech
- • Include classmates in sports and games
- • Respect disagreements gracefully
Playground inclusion
Including Others
"You see a classmate sitting alone during recess. What are some fun ways to invite them to play?"
Make a positive impact!
Let's play fairly, safely, and kindly!
Flashes Pride
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Flashes Promise
The Edgewood Flashes Pledge
"As an Edgewood Flash, I promise to shine bright every single day by keeping myself and others SAFE, staying RESPONSIBLE for my actions, and showing RESPECT to my classmates, my teachers, and my school."
LET'S MAKE IT A GREAT YEAR TOGETHER!
Classrooms • Hallways • Everywhere
GO FLASHES!