Being a Star Student Everywhere

Hello, Super Students!

You are fantastic in the classroom—you raise your hand, listen carefully, and work hard. But did you know that being a great student doesn't stop at the classroom door? School is a big community with hallways, a cafeteria, a playground, and even a library! How you act in these spaces matters just as much.

Imagine a school where the hallways are chaotic, the cafeteria is loud and messy, and the playground is full of arguments. It wouldn't be a very nice place to learn, would it? Your mission is to become an expert on "Outside-the-Classroom" behavior. By the end of this quest, you will know how to be a respectful, responsible, and safe student everywhere you go, making our school a better place for 

Your task is to become a School Behavior Ambassador. You will work in a team of 4 to create a "Guide to School Success" digital poster or a short PSA (Public Service Announcement) video.

Your guide or video will teach other students the rules and expectations for three key areas outside the classroom:

1. In the Hallways & Stairwells

2. In the Cafeteria

3. On the Playground

Each section of your project must explain:

· The Rules: What are the specific expectations? (e.g., "Walk, don't run.")

· Why It's Important: What is the reason behind the rule? (e.g., "To keep everyone safe from falls.")

· Positive Examples: What does good behavior look and sound like?

Follow these steps to complete your mission:

Step 1: Form Your Team & Choose Your Format

· Get into your assigned team of 4.

· Decide if you will create a digital poster (using a tool like Canva or Google Drawings) or a PSA video (using a tablet or phone camera).

Step 2: Divide and Conquer - The Research Phase

· Each team member will become an expert on one area. (The 4th team member can choose to be the "Director" for the video or "Design Lead" for the poster, or can also research an area).

· Use the resources below to research your assigned area. Take notes on the Rules, Reasons, and Positive Examples.

Research Area Helpful Resources (Click the Links!)

Hallways & Stairwells Video: Hallway Expectations Article: Why Hallway Behavior Matters

The Cafeteria Infographic: Cafeteria Rules Video: Lunchroom Manners

The Playground Article: Playground Safety & Rules Poster: Including Others at Recess

Step 3: Team Meeting & Plan

· Come back together as a team. Share what you learned.

· Plan your project. For a poster, create a sketch. For a video, write a simple script and storyboard.

Step 4: Create Your Project

· Work together to build your digital poster or film your PSA video.

· Make sure it is clear, creative, and includes all the required information for all three areas.

Step 5: Present

· Be ready to present your final project to the class!

Your "Guide to School Success" will be evaluated using the following rubric:

Category 4 - Excellent 3 - Good 2 - Needs Improvement 1 - Incomplete

Content & Accuracy All 3 areas are covered with clear rules, excellent reasons, and positive examples. All 3 areas are covered, but some reasons or examples are unclear. One area is missing, or information is incorrect/unclear. More than one area is missing or contains mostly incorrect information.

Clarity & Organization Information is very easy to read/understand and is very well organized. Information is mostly clear and organized. Information is somewhat messy or hard to follow. Project is disorganized and very difficult to understand.

Teamwork Team worked excellently together, sharing ideas and responsibilities equally. Team worked well together with only minor disagreements. Team had trouble collaborating; work was unevenly shared.

Creativity & Effort Project is very engaging, visually appealing, and shows outstanding effort. Project is creative and shows good effort. Project shows some creativity but lacks polish. Project shows little to no creativity or effort.

/16 Total Points    

Congratulations, School Behavior Ambassadors!

By completing this WebQuest, you have done more than just a school project. You have thought deeply about how your actions affect others and the entire school community. You are now experts on how to be safe, respectful, and responsible in the hallways, cafeteria, and playground.

Remember, the skills you learn about cooperation, respect, and responsibility in school are the same skills that will help you succeed everywhere in life. Let's use what we've learned to make our school the best it can be!

The WebQuest model was developed by Bernie Dodge and Tom March.

· All linked external websites are the property of their respective owners and are used for educational purposes under Fair Use.

· Clip art and images from Pixabay or Canva.

WebQuest: Being a Star Student Everywhere!

Introduction:

This WebQuest is designed for students in grades 3-6 to explore and internalize behavioral expectations for common areas outside the classroom.It moves beyond simply listing rules and encourages students to discover the "why" behind them, promoting buy-in and a sense of shared responsibility for the school community.

Learners:

This quest is suitable for elementary students(Grades 3-6) and can be easily adapted for older or younger students by modifying the resources and expected product complexity. It aligns with Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) goals, particularly in the areas of self-management, social awareness, and relationship skills.

Curriculum Standards:

This WebQuest addresses several key standards:

· Common Core ELA: SL.3.1/SL.4.1/SL.5.1 (Collaborative discussions), W.3.2/W.4.2/W.5.2 (Informative writing).

· CASEL SEL Core Competencies: Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, Responsible Decision-Making.

· Health & Safety: Understanding and promoting personal and peer safety.

Notes for Implementation:

· Time Required: This project can be completed in approximately 3-5 class periods (45-60 minutes each).

· Technology: Ensure students have access to computers or tablets for research and creation. Familiarize them with chosen creation tools (Canva, iMovie, etc.) beforehand.

· Grouping: Pre-selecting groups of 3-4 is recommended to ensure balanced teams.

· Scaffolding: For younger students or those who need extra support, provide a graphic organizer for their research with columns for "Rules," "Reasons," and "Examples."

· Modification: For a shorter activity, assign each group only ONE area to become experts on, and have them present just that area to the class.

Resources:

· Materials: Computers/tablets with internet access, poster-making software or art supplies, video recording devices.

· Provided Links: The links in the "Process" section are curated to be student-friendly. It is always recommended to preview them before assigning to ensure they align with your school's specific policies and are still active.

  · Alternative/Backup Resources: Your school's own Student Handbook, posters in the hallways, interviews with the principal or lunchroom monitors.