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Goals for Week 1
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Establish predictability and sense of safety
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Create a sense of belonging and significance for students
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Community ConnectionMonday- No SchoolTuesday- No SchoolWednesday 9/6Thursday 9/7Friday 9/8
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GreetingGood morning wave- greet each student by name with a wave (students repeat greeting after the teacher)“Good morning, _______!” The other students do a “sparkler” and echo the teacher’s greeting. Repeat for each student until all have been greeted.Review with students how to gather for Community Connection. Then explain the greeting. Begin by introducing yourself: “Good morning. My name is ________.” Invite all students to respond by saying, “Good morning, ________.” Students can wave or do a sparkler to greet you. Then invite one student to continue by introducing themselves to the class: “Good morning. My name is ________.” The class responds, “Good morning, ________!” (wave or sparkler). Each student takes a turn introducing themselves until all students have been greeted.
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Share OutTell students that you will share some different feelings that you have experienced, and if they feel the same way, they can indicate this with a “me too” gesture like a thumbs up or a hand raise. Say “Sometimes I feel ______,” and allow students to show a connection. Some examples: • excited • nervous • shy • scared • angry • silly • happyTell students that you will share some different things that you like, and that if they feel the same way, they can indicate this with a “me too” gesture like a thumbs up or a hand raise. Say “Sometimes I like _______” and allow students to show a connection. Some examples: • to read • to write • to play • to exercise • to see friends • to try new things • to meet new peopleTell the students they will be sharing one color they like. Provide a few examples, and then give think time. When students are ready, have them complete the following sentence: “A color I like is ________.” Students take turns sharing.
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Group ActivityHave students stand in their spaces. When you, as the traffic controller, say “Green light,” everyone starts dancing and wiggling around. When you say “Red light,” everyone has to freeze. Repeat.Remind students of the activity from yesterday. Explain that today, instead of wiggling or dancing, they are going to think of safe exercises they can do in their spaces (for example, jumping jacks, toe touches, squats). Have students stand in their spaces. When you, as the traffic controller, say “Green light,” everyone starts exercising. When you say “Red light,” everyone has to freeze. Repeat.This category game can help students make connections with each other. Begin by naming something you like, for example, “I like to swim.” Anyone who also likes to swim stands up and says, “Just like me!” and then sits back down. State something else you like, and those who connect with it stand up and say, “Just like me!” and then sit back down. Try to use inclusive statements so that everyone gets a chance to stand, as well as more personal ones that help students connect with others. Suggested categories: • foods (example: I like fruits, sweets, etc.) • activities (example: I like playing games, swimming, etc.) • colors (example: I like the color blue, red, etc.)
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Morning Message[Date] Good morning! Today is our first day of first grade. Let’s have a great day! [Closing and signature][Date] Good morning! It’s the second day of school. We will learn more about each other today! [Closing and signature][Date] Good Morning, First Graders! Today is ________. What is something you like to do? [Closing and signature] Allow a few students to share their responses to the question in the message.
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Partner UpMondayTuesdayWednesday 9/6Thursday 9/7Friday 9/8
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Topic/QuestionWhat are some things you can do to be a good friend?What do you like best about being at school?Do you think it is harder to be a kid or an adult? Why?
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Tips for successful Community Connectionhave student names prewritten and placed on the rug for them to feel safe and included Link to partnering appReview daily schedule during MM and highlight any changes to routine.
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