Lord Byng Elementary

At Lord Byng Elementary we have made Social Responsibility a school goal for several years. We have created a Matrix for Behaviour which identifies what your child's behaviour should look like at different sites and at different times within the school. At Lord Byng we try to catch the students showing positive behaviour. Your child may receive 'Byngo Slips' for demonstrating positive behaviour at any time throughout their day. These slips are entered into a class draw and weekly winners are announced each Friday. The winners in each class receive a certificate and a group picture is taken to display on a bulletin board in the hallway. The Matrix for Behaviour defines simple ways in which your child can be socially responsible at Lord Byng Elementary. We encourage you to become familiar with the matrix and encourage your child to be respectful, be responsible and be safe. At Lord Byng we pride ourselves on 'B'yng the best you can be'.

Location	BE SAFE	BE RESPECTFUL	BE RESPONSIBLE
All Areas	•Walking at an appropriate speed •Be aware of other people and objects around you •be respectful of personal space and property •solve problems without physical contact	•Be respectful of all people, property, environment and learning experiences •Be positive and polite (using good manners, taking turns) •Value people’s rights to share/use/access school resources	•Demonstrate trust & accountability •Practice self-control •Follow expectations & directions •Recognize the need for the safety & respect & follow through •Take care of the environment •Know when to ask for permission •Be ready for learning & be on time/prepared •Be honest •Recycle juice boxes (straw in garbage)
Classroom/ Indoors	•Tuck in chairs •Walk •Keep hands and feet to yourself •Four on the floor (chair legs) •Use equipment safely i.e. scissors, pencils, microscopes	•Don’t touch other people’s things without permission •When someone asks you, stop, respect their words •Be respectful of differences in learning •Respect other people’s ideas and opinions •Be assertive, not aggressive or passive •Respect all adults and peers	•Use outdoor equipment outside only •Use inside voices •Use clean/polite language •Clean up after yourself •Use a planner and take notices to parents •be responsible for lunch, planner, homework and jacket
Hallways	•Walk safely •Walk forward •Leave space (safe distance) between people •No jumping •Carry skateboards, scooters, roller blades, & sports equipment •Watch where you are going	•Look, but don’t touch displays •Respect (quietly) others working in classrooms •Be friendly-smile, say “hello” •Leave room in the hall for others to pass by •Always join at the end of the line, (eg. water fountain, library, gym) •Show consideration at the water fountain •Respond respectfully to adults and peers	•Go out and come back to class quickly (does this mean using the door closest to the classroom?) •Wipe your feet when entering the school •No eating or drinking in the hallways •No playing/loitering •Keep halls clean
Outside/ Playground	•Keep hands and feet to yourself •Know your limits: only do what you know you can do •Take turns •Never talk to strangers •Do not throw things •Stay on the school grounds	•Play within a reasonable space - be aware of others & where they are playing •Include other people in your games •Accept others’ capabilities •Play fair - play by established rules •Use polite and positive language •Put garbage into trash cans •Keep hands and feet to yourself •Solve problems & play peacefully •Be kind, friendly & helpful	•Help others when needed •Use clean/polite language •Use equipment appropriately and return it to school •Come back to school promptly when bell rings •Include everybody in your play
Washrooms & Change Rooms	•Keep the floors dry •Wash and dry hands •Do not stand on toilet seats or counters •Do not loiter or play in the washroom •Walk	•Respect people’s privacy (no peeking) •Keep the washrooms clean •Flush the toilets after use •Use gender appropriate facilities •Use, wash and leave (no loitering)	•Clean up after yourself •Keep the washrooms clean (no graffiti, split balls, etc.) •Report empty supplies and any problems to the office immediately •Use washrooms during breaks
Assemblies	•Keep your hands and feet to yourself •Keep aisles and doorways clear •Walk at all times	•Leave space between yourself and others at all times •Watch and listen during performances and presentations •Use quiet voices at other times •Be ready to respond promptly •Be a caring audience •Stand and sit quietly before/after singing O Canada •Show appreciation by clapping at appropriate times	•Leave unnecessary objects in the classroom •Watch and listen during performance •Stay with your class
Lunch in Class	Wash hands before eating. Keep your food to yourself. Remain in your desk while you eat. Walk at all times. Follow classroom food guidelines.	Use appropriate manners while eating. Clean up after yourself. Use quiet voices at all times. Demonstrate respect toward supervising adults. Use respectful language when talking with peers. Keeps hands and feet to yourself. Accept others' food choices.	Clean up spills and messes. Use inside voice at all times. Throw away garbage. Recycle when appropriate. Stay seated until the 12:15 bell.