I use a system called the “Team Zone”

This system helps students develop healthy life skills. Students learn to communicate appropriately, problem solve, be advocates and be autonomous.

Here’s how I implement this system:

1st- Really focus on the concept of a TEAM and how teammates should behave/treat each other.

2nd- Once #1 is established, I explain that in life you will come across many different problems and conflicts with others. You have two choices; either ignore it or deal with it.

Let them know that ignoring it can be a completely okay way to handle things (ex: “cutting in line'') especially if being a part of the activity is more important than losing time over small things. However, if it bothers you to the point that the problem is creating disruptive arguments or you can’t focus and enjoy the activity, then it should be addressed.

3rd- I give examples of common problems and allow students to share solutions. (ex: “I tagged him/her!” “No you didn’t!”) I discuss that this could go on forever, but shouldn’t. The people involved need to find solutions to resolve the concern and prevent it from recurring (ex: using ‘I’ statements….. )

4th-If students cannot resolve their issue on their own, I come to solve it, but they need to fill out Reflection sheets. * I stress the Reflection Sheet does not mean the student is “bad”, it is to reflect on what happened and what could have been done better.

St. Ignace Area Schools

DUNCAN, J. : K-12 PE/Life Skills

Overview

P.E. Class Rules

Team Zone