Bernard J. Ward
Elementary School
Student
Success Guide
“What we
learn to do, we learn by doing.”
-Aristotle
Bernard
J. Ward Elementary
MISSION STATEMENT
The B. J. Ward
Family will…
Develop life long learners who will maximize their potential as
independent, respectful, and responsible individuals. All students will meet or
exceed state academic standards, as well as demonstrate expected behaviors. We
will embrace the best instructional practices, demonstrate appropriate
behaviors, and build relationships through effective communication. Our school
will be a safe, welcoming, and nurturing place for all to learn and grow.
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The B. J. Ward
Family envisions…
Welcoming all
Involving the community
Life long learning
Developing cross-cultural
acceptance
Celebrating achievements
Actively participating
Team building, and a
Safe and nurturing
environment
The B. J. Ward
Family believes…
q
B. J. Ward faculty, students, parents, and community will work
collaboratively.
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Students will meet and exceed school expectations and Illinois Learning
Standards.
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A safe and positive environment that celebrates diversity is essential.
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Effective communication contributes to success.
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Best practices will
guide the work of our school.
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B.J. Ward’s 3 School Expectations:
We Are Responsible
We come to school prepared.
We bring our books, supplies, notes, and our
homework so that we are ready to learn.
We are careful with
our own property and the property of everyone at
We Are Respectful
We
listen carefully, follow directions, and work quietly so that everyone can
learn.
We remember to treat
others as we would like to be treated ourselves.
We Are Safe
We
work to make our learning environment safe.
We keep our hands, feet, and objects to self.
We use our school equipment correctly.
We follow the directions of adults.
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EVERYWHERE,
ALL THE TIME
Be
Responsible
q
Follow
adult directions immediately and silently.
Be Respectful
q Use
courteous speech.
q Keep
personal space.
q
Express
your emotions appropriately.
Be Safe
q
Walk.
q
Keep hands, feet, and
objects to self.
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HALLWAYS
Be
Responsible
q Use
hall pass.
q Go
directly; return promptly.
q Stay
in line with your class.
Be Respectful
q Whisper
talk.
q Look
without touching.
Be Safe
q Stay
to the right.
q Use
the stairs safely by walking.
q Stay
together.
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PLAYGROUND
Be Responsible
q Take
care of equipment.
q Return
balls, jump ropes, and all other playground equipment to the red containers.
q Follow
directions of adult supervisors.
q Get
in line when the whistle blows.
Be Respectful
q Use good sportsmanship.
Play nicely. Take turns.
Share equipment at all times.
q Be kind with words and actions.
Ask others to play with
you. Keep hands, feet, and other objects
to yourself.
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Be
Safe
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q Use equipment appropriately.
q Swings:
o
Sit.
o
Keep a safe distance.
o
Take turns.
q Slide:
o
Go up the ladder and down the slide.
o
Go down only in a seated position.
o
Go down one at a time.
q Monkey
Bars:
o
Swing across bars one person at a time.
o
Play safely without hurting others.
o
Stay in designated playground area.
Safe Playground Activities
at B.J. Ward School
q Play
on the equipment.
q Play
hopscotch, four-square, jump rope or kickball on black top area.
q Play
ball, touch football, or soccer on grassy area.
q
Talk
with friends or read a book.
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RESTROOMS
Be Responsible
q
Use a hall pass.
q
Use toilet paper correctly.
q
Be quick and quiet.
q
Go directly; return promptly.
q
Clean up after yourself.
Be Respectful
q Flush
toilets.
q Take
turns.
q Give
others privacy.
Be Safe
q If
there is a problem, tell your teacher.
q Wash
hands with soap and dry them.
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CAFETERIA
Be
Responsible
q Raise
your hand and wait for help.
q Clean
up after yourself.
q Take
your own card and have it ready.
q Wait
quietly in the lunch line; remember to leave PERSONAL SPACE.
q Remember
to get your napkin, fork, straw, catsup and mustard.
q Sit
at your class table. Stay in one
spot. Put your bottom on the bench and
your feet on the floor.
Be Respectful
q Use
good manners (please, thank you, excuse me).
q Use
quiet voices.
q Please
touch your own lunch ticket!
q Use
good table manners (chew with mouth closed, use spork).
Be Safe
q Eat
your own food
q Stay
in seat until dismissed
q Walk
to throw away tray
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ASSEMBLY/FIELD
TRIPS
Be Respectful
q Enter
and exit quietly.
q Remain
quiet during presentations.
q Be
a good listener.
q
Clap
your hands to express pleasure.
Be Responsible
q Stay
with your chaperone.
q Sit
on your bottom.
q Keep
feet still.
Be Safe
q Walk
on bleacher aisles and rows only.
q Stay
with your group at all times.
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EMERGENCY
SITUATION
Be
Responsible
q Follow
directions of staff.
q Find
closest staff member to stay with during emergency.
Be Respectful
q Remain
silent.
Be Safe
q Walk
quickly and quietly.
q Stay
with your group.
q
Return to classroom
silently.
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WALKERS
Before and After
School
