#dojochatEU Archive
The European branch of ClassDojo's official educational chat that covers a variety of subjects, focusing mainly on improving classroom community.
Wednesday April 20, 2016
3:30 PM EDT
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Carolyn from grove city college
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Hi everyone! I'm Jenna from :) Excited to chat all about physical activity today in
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Jeevan Chagger, 19, Co-hosting today with colleague Working in Primary schools across Birmingham
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My name is Megan and I am an educational consultant. I take boxing classes to stay active :)
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I'm Kayleigh from Grove City College
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Brandon. Credential student at CSULB.
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welcome Carolyn, thanks for joining
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Chris, 27, National PE Co-Ordinator for excited to host alongside
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I run commute to work, make sure the pupils are aware to try and inspire
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Hey Carolyn! Welcome to !
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Awesome!! Boxing is such a great workout -- both mental and physical :)
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Welcome Megan. Thanks for joining us
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great to have you with us Megan!
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Paul, Health Mentor, 24, Lincoln. Football Saturdays and Sundays, Running and the Gym during the week
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Welcome, Brandon! Thanks for joining :)
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great to have you Carolyn!
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Laura from Chichester, UK. Back in the swing after maternity leave as DH
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Oh and how could I forget teaching P.E!
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Dave, 2nd in Science at the Priory Ruskin Academy
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Welcome Jamie, thanks for joining
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I'm Erdem I'm 3rd grades English Teacher in Istanbul, Turkey .
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Hi Paul, thanks for joining
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I am an avid -er! I also practice yoga regularly and enjoy just being active as a lifestyle :)
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Hi Laura! Thanks for joining :)
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We like to stay active at ClassDojo, too! On Wednesdays we do a team bootcamp in the evening :)
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Physical kicks are running with the dog and swimming
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Remember to answer with the hashtag
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Candice, 2nd grade, Katy, TX
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ah brilliant! We are in schools across Lincolnshire. Welcome to Dojo Chat!
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Everything is choice. People choose how often to exercise and how much or what to eat
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A1: I think there probably are but its is due to a whole raft of issues...only so much we can do in school though unfortunately
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A1: I think we don't exercise as much as we should and don't get kids moving enough
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Inspiring for staff and pupils alike too I'm sure!
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Ideas for the next office meeting! https://t.co/sPYx5wOm78
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We like to stay active at ClassDojo, too! On Wednesdays we do a team bootcamp in the evening :)
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A1: technology among other things may have an impact on this.. Ss and others don't get outside as much anymore!
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Q1 The easy nature of fast food, less time and more stressful jobs etc all seems to lead to greater obesity
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what about those who have specific physical conditions that hinder their metabolism?
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any ideas to get us moving in school?
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Hello,I'm Lara from Turkey,Florya College
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thoughts as to the reliability of research or what to do about it?
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One issue I see when getting lunch is the cost of truly healthy food vs. unhealthy food.
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both! Just your general thoughts
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I think it would be great to have students do jumping jacks or some other exercise during 5 minute study breaks
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Conditions can't be helped but are they fully to blame?
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is difficult, my school offers lots of sport, but pupils are reluctant to take it, most are off to tutors
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A:1 educating students and families on healthier food options and proper fitness concepts
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A1- It's often a battle between the digital age we now live in and the adventures of the great outdoors
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could be a cheeky research project for you Paul!
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Question 2 coming up shortly from me
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I think the issue becomes more about how to get the kids wanting to exercise & eat healthily
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A1: how do you prevent children from choosing McDonalds as their favourite eatery?
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Kids that get into sports usually have a lot of fun, but it's hard to get them to start anymore
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Reminder: will ask Questions 1, 3, 5, 7 and I will ask Questions 2, 4, 6, 8
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A2: I am from the U.S., but I agree with this. Recess time is usually cut because lunch periods are getting shorter
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Some have 3 breaks a day &some have 2! Big fan of the afternoon break. Much more productive last hour. https://t.co/pJiZzi8MTw
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EYFS usually get choosing time or an afternoon break of 15 minutes as well
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Q2 We have just made our break times longer. However, getting the kids to run around and play does take alot of persuasion
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How does this help with pupil engagement and behaviour?
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A2 - Fresh air and the chance to get out of the classroom often does wonders, especially for those with behavioural issues
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A2: big fan of break times! Stimulates children for work and keeps them for and healthy at the same time
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Healthy body Healthy Mind?
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A2 - Keeping kids in class longer and outside less means more control --- perhaps schools have a fear of too much freedom?
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Do you find this is enough at present? Would you prefer afternoon break like
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Not spending from 1:00-3:30 sat in class. Breaks up the afternoon into two segments, as in the morning https://t.co/n80sOLbW4k
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How does this help with pupil engagement and behaviour?
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I like the idea of flexible break times. Can you tell me more?
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What about the sort of activities used as a stimulus? is a great way to get pupils active
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Educate the parents. A website showing how much exercise it takes to burn off a Big Mac is useful also
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basically the teacher decides when children go out to break so can be at any time in the morning when needed
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40 mins at lunch works well, plenty of time for activities and not long enough for students to get bored
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A2- Breaks helps pupils express themselves, gives them time to rekindle some deserved "Me Time" and be with others, being social
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What a good idea this is! https://t.co/TabTycV4tz
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basically the teacher decides when children go out to break so can be at any time in the morning when needed
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A2: we may have flexible break times. They sometimes interrupt the lessons.
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Enough. We usually have outdoor P.E in the afternoon as well now the weather is improving
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my record was 9:15...I think I needed it more than they did :-)
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This weather (should it continue) is the perfect excuse to be outdoors more! https://t.co/RUrfyNfCry
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Enough. We usually have outdoor P.E in the afternoon as well now the weather is improving
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Which would you prefer: Flexible breaks or 2/3 structured breaks?
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I try to take groups outside. Secondary deserve time outside too. Though it did chuck it down Fri!
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Love !! Great way to get kids up and moving!
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It is a brilliant resource, especially for Wet Play
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what about PE outdoors in the not so good weather? Toughen the children up!
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A3 - Usually given enough time or even extra time. With the exception of SATs week
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Agreed! Often a good learning experience when weather isn't too severe!
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A3: for me it is getting better thanks to Sports Premium,Kitemark and other initiatives but still not enough
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A3: I think it's pushed aside. Ss spend so much time sitting down while they learn. Maybe incorporate exercise into a lesson?
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A3: I would like to see PE topics blended with other subjects (science,ELA) Extend the education beyond PE
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Times have changed. We ran cross country in the rain/mud. Can't do that anymore
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A3: I find it is getting more focus especially through initiatives making learning fun
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but is it right that you can no longer do that?
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I did a lesson combining guided reading and PE yesterday...kept learning fresh!
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Question 4 is on its way!
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A3:Learning can be done on the move. Inventions like "Fidget Desks" are game changers to keep kids active while learning...
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Q3 We have a strong leader who pushes for PE. She organises matches, takes PE for the unsure and organises great CPD.
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A3 - no reason PE can't be tied in with other subjects - v easy to do this with some imagination.
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A3: It is pushed one side for teaching English and Teog Exams in Turkey.
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Perhaps. Perhaps not. I'm sure most parents wouldn't approve
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Nice! It helps the kids see how topics relate to each other
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Something Health Mentors do very well in the schools in which they work at! https://t.co/N31oddsNRg
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A3 - no reason PE can't be tied in with other subjects - v easy to do this with some imagination.
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interesting! I know a lot of parents that would think it would do the kids good
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where its primary school you get used to it mate, just need to be mega organised :-)
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the PE topic was sprinting, so we took extracts of Usain Bolt's book to get into his mindset in a race
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Love this idea! https://t.co/7h0OW8VYE5
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A3:Learning can be done on the move. Inventions like "Fidget Desks" are game changers to keep kids active while learning...
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A4: teacher challenges! Our staff running club changed a lot of teachers' attitudes!
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A4: Many ss do not want to exercise because they would rather play technology. Tell them that too much tech is bad for the brain
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A4: Most enjoy it, good to encourage at home through homework too and get pics sent through https://t.co/MTSL9vwINp
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A4: I'm setting up a staff sports club Lots of keen staff wanting to get involved!!! Loads of fun ideas too!
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A well established house system with plenty of competitions followed up by loads of teacher encouragement to take part
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Some very positive and see the benefits of exercise/competition - some see it as a nuisance https://t.co/H9JSPP3cjQ
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Welcome Graham. Thank you for joining us in a topic key to mission and work
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A4- I am trialing a few ideas for a whole year group challenge to see pupil reactions and adapt plans to engage ALL
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Gamify PE? Students or classes earn points for exercising and completing challenges
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A4 - Praise for learners when they do show a good attitude. Introduce technology into the lesson. ipads? Coach's eye?
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A4:Most of my Ss hunger for directive to move. Giving them "permission" is usually well received.😄 https://t.co/GGdI4jvXSA
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Sounds like a great idea! How would you introduce this? https://t.co/R4ax17rcJ8
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Gamify PE? Students or classes earn points for exercising and completing challenges
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oh my goodness this is so sweet! :)
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This sounds brilliant! How do you keep track of it? https://t.co/d6mckRQnZw
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Gamify PE? Students or classes earn points for exercising and completing challenges
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Like "Coach's eye" Reminds me of hawkeye in cricket- improving the vision and analysis of Ss and practitioners!
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Q3. It varies a lot but for me focus=no time = sometimes. Resources = should be due to funding. Much more to be done!
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Question 5 is on its way...
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Get teachers, parents, and admin on board. School kickoff event like a sports day. Scoreboard visible to all
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A3: unfortunately our school usually focuses on academic success. Nothing else matters so much.
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Either have kids turn in "timeslips" or an online platform to have them put in their activities from anywhere
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A5: Time. Make lunch longer so there is more outdoor recess. Encourage teachers to take students out for lessons!
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A4: Our has kids take it serious.She's had almost all teachers/ parents connect via dojo
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Confidence, parent interaction, how fun a club can be and are there friends doing the activity too https://t.co/aMGrIsGvVm
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A5 -Pupils forgetting kit, Untimely interventions/work catch up during P.E and Diet
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A5- Often the rewards and perks of taking part are a problem. Using charts and other rewards help
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A5 - Transport to inter school competitions and weekend/evening clubs
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A5- Hoping to possibly break or set a new world record in sporting capacity on sports day
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myself and had a big discussion about chn doing PE if they forget uniform. Should it be done?
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A5-Overcome them -Educate the parents. Ask colleagues for help and aim to motivate pupils using a praise or incentive system
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A5: Barriers are computer games. We should teach kids physical games to play in the garden
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To Me for Question 6 shortly
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Teacher confidence with PE= fun CPD and low risk! Balancing competitiveness and motivation in the pupils=team spirit
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A5: many technological advances and conveniences that have made our lives easier and less active
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A6 - Ts can use Class Story to encourage Ss and Ps to do a physical activity together over the weekend!
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A6: Dojo points for each session of physical activity they undertake!
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Add rewards for physical activities. Earn points for completing exercises, outdoor activities, eating healthy
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A6: Reward students for participation! Maybe after ss earn a certain amount of points they can choose to have class outside?
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Ticks next to each item forgotten
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A6- Dojo Points for not only participating but showing social skills all round and remembering kit etc
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Great Idea! Something I am hoping to start using also
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A6: Using Dojo points for sts all activity
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As a thankyou for avoiding tonight's sport, here's a score update... Gould 8-7 Ding in the snooker and Liverpool 3-0 Everton!
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A7: Encourage students to walk to school or ride their bikes if they live close enough.
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A lot of parents worry about safety. Maybe a buddy system for walking to school?
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A7- Recognition for pupils who walk to and from school, monitoring progress each half term via Impact Reports also
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A7- Encouraging Pupils to walk to school with friends and parents if they live on the same street
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A7 - Walking bus. Encouraging pupils to cycle to school where possible
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A7: Each lesson at least 5 min I always use for healty
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A8: winning the regional hockey tournament!
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A8 I am sure our eco monitors will be on extra patrol to ensure electronics are turned off whilst not in use
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Unfortunatly due to the time of year it's gone under the radar
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A8- Letting our Unicef Ambassadors to recognise and reward classrooms, teachers and pupils who have been eco-friendly!
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