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BELIEFS & BOTTOM LINES

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BELIEFS ACTIVITY Each writes down their own family

belief (2 minutes). Share beliefs in groups of 4-6

people. Seek to understand (4-6 minutes).

Come to consensus on beliefs the whole group agrees on. Write them down (4 minutes).

Large group develops a belief list (5-10 minutes).

Clarify terms on the list. Dialogue about term where there

is not agreement. Establish small groups to dialogue

and seek best knowledge.

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CLASSROOM AGREEMENTSCLASSROOM AGREEMENTS

Through a discussion with the children about their values and beliefs, students will build a common picture of how they will work togehter in the classroom. From this discussion students will establish a classroom agreement. Each agreement will be unique, buthte theme of respect and working as a tem from the school belief will be a common focus. The following is just one example of a classroom agreement.

“Our Agreement”Kind words and actionsRespect for our room and classmatesBe a positive “team player”

“Our Team”We are all different.There is room for everyone.We will respect each other.We will work together and help each other.

Each teacher will send home a letter including their classroom agreement.

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RICHFIELD INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL BELIEF STATEMENT

We believe that: Each person is responsible for her/his own

behavior Each person has the right to dignity and respect Each person needs and had a right to a safe and

secure environment All conflict can be resolved in a manner consistent

with these belief statements

Goals for Richfield Intermediate School

Each person in the building will: Treat one’s self and others with verbal and

physical respect Treat property with respect Take responsibility for his/her behavior and actions

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We believe Franklin School is a place where people treat others with respect and kindness so that we can learn, be safe, and have fun.

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We believe in a safe , positive, and fun place where everyone respects themselves, others and their property.

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HASKEL ELEMENTARY

SCHOOL

Reaching - HIGHER

Becoming - STRONGER

Making It - BETTER

TOGETHER!

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The Academy Beliefs

Peace and happiness: We believe that all people want peace and happiness in their lives.

Respect: We believe that it is important to respect ourselves, each other and all people’s belongings.

Safety: We believe in maintaining a safe, need-fulfilling environment.

Protection: We believe that is is important to protect ourselves, each other and our belongings from harm.

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1. We respect one another.

2. We all have a responsibility to make this an educational environment.

RICHFIELD HIGH SCHOOL BELIEFS

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Respect Effort Consistency/ Standards Everyone can succeed Caring/Tolerant/ Helping Environment Commitment/ Attendance Uniqueness/ Individuality Communication/ Collaboration

Nutana Collegiate Beliefs

Saskatoon, Canada

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BELIEFSBuffalo, NY

L=LOVE P=POWER F=FREEDOM

F=FUN S=SURVIVAL

Respect P Trust L Open communication L F Safe/Feel Safe S Have fun together Fun Kindness L OK to be different F P Everyone does their part for the family F

S L Few rules F Support each other L

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Central Middle School Beliefs Process

The next four slides show the process Central Middle School in Eden Prairie went through in developing their beliefs.

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