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GRRR! Pledge
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At Pickerington Elementary we “earn our stripes” by showing GRIT to achieve what we set out to do, even when it gets tough. We maintain a RESPECTFUL environment for our teachers, our peers, and ourselves. We are RESPONSIBLE for all of our choices and the consequences that follow, either good or bad. We are always READY for our learning journey! GRRR!
Earn Your Stripes...
In the Classroom
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Grit
Use your best effort. Be a problem-solver. Set goals for yourself. Take chances while learning (everyone makes mistakes). Work through learning challenges.
Respectful
Follow directions from adults and respond appropriately. Raise your hand. Be kind to others. Build yourself and others up!
Responsible
Keep your desk and area clean. Ask for help, if needed. Ask for permission to leave the room. Complete assignments with pride and effort.
Ready
Be on time. Have the necessary supplies. Stay engaged. Take steps to reach your goals. Eyes, ears, and brain are ready to learn!
In the Hallway
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Grit
Follow your line leader. Ignore distractions. Admire others' displayed work.
Respectful
Be mindful of other classrooms. Voices off! Keep hands and feet to yourself. Silent wave or smile.
Responsible
Walk quietly with feet facing forward. Keep the hallways and walls clean.
Ready
Take the supplies needed for your destination. Reach your destination quickly. Go from Point A directly to Point B.
In the Restroom
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Grit
Be patient for your turn. Ignore distractions. Return to class as soon as you are finished.
Respectful
Use the restroom quickly and flush the toilet. Give everyone privacy. Keep hands and feet to yourself. Keep trash off the floor.
Responsible
Report messy conditions (puddles, sink, or toilet problems). Wash your hands with soap. Dispose of paper towels properly. Use the facilities as intended.
Ready
Use the restroom during scheduled breaks. Use the bathroom closest to your location. Be aware of water or mess on the floor.
In the Cafeteria
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Grit
Be patient in the lunch line. Accept possible lunch changes. Maintain a positive attitude.
Respectful
Use good manners. Keep hands and feet to yourself. Use quiet voices. Follow directions from adults and respond appropriately.
Responsible
Eat your lunch to fuel your mind and body. Throw away your trash and clean your table area. Gather your personal belongings before leaving the cafeteria.
Ready
Know what you ordered. Actively listen to adults in the lunch line and cafeteria. Have your lunch code memorized or have your scan card ready in your hand.
At Recess
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Grit
Be patient and take turns. Be a problem-solver, but have the courage to seek adult help. Be inclusive. Use the Buddy Bench.
Respectful
Keep hands and feet to yourself. Use kind words. Have good sportsmanship. Follow directions from adults and respond appropriately.
Responsible
Clean up one game before starting a new one. Accept the consequences of your decisions. Use equipment safely. Be mindful of your proximity to others.
Ready
Return equipment and games to the correct location. Gather your personal belongings before making a transition. Line up when you hear your bell or whistle, face forward, and be ready to enter the building.
During Arrival and Dismissal
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Grit
Be patient with others. Help others find their destination. Reset your attitude for the day.
Respectful
Follow directions from adults and respond appropriately. Use quiet voices.
Responsible
Walk with feet facing forward. Keep hands, feet, and belongings to yourself.
Ready
Know your plan. Make sure you have all of your belongings. Listen for your time to dismiss.
On the Bus
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Grit
Stay in your assigned seat. Ignore distractions. Be a problem solver, but have the courage to seek adult help.
Respectful
Show respect to the driver and your peers. Keep hands, feet, and belongings to yourself.
Responsible
Remain seated. Keep the aisle clear. Accept the consequences of your decisions.
Ready
Be aware of your bus stop. Use quiet voices. Check that you have your belongings before leaving your seat.
During an Assembly
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Grit
Be patient while waiting for the assembly to begin. Ignore distractions. Find value during the presentation.
Respectful
Keep your eye on the speaker. Respond appropriately when the speaker is finished. Keep your hands and feet to yourself.
Responsible
Stay engaged. Participate appropriately. Stay in your own space.
Ready
Voices off! Eyes on the speaker! Listening ears on!
With a Guest Teacher
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Grit
Use your best effort. Be patient. Do the right thing, even when no one is looking.
Respectful
Follow directions and respond appropriately. Be helpful.
Responsible
Participate. Ask for permission to leave the room.
Ready
Be on time. Have the necessary supplies. Stay engaged. Have your eyes, ears, and brain ready to learn.
During Safety Drills
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Grit
Practice calmly and quietly. Go to your assigned area quickly. Ignore distractions.
Respectful
Follow adult directions to maintain safety. Stay in your space.
Responsible
Show safe behavior. Walk quietly with your feet facing forward.
Ready
Voice off! isten for directions. Once you return to the classroom, be ready to continue learning.
