Social Emotional

Roseville Community School (RCS) places great emphasis on the development of social/emotional awareness and skills. Woven throughout the program are daily opportunities to exercise these skills. Whether students are participating in making school rules, holding a class meeting, resolving a conflict on the sand yard, or spending time with friends, the students, teachers and parents all practice the skills that must come with living in community and figuring out how to get along.

School Rules: When possible, the students should decide on and negotiate the rules of their play. Teachers or parents intercede in children's activities only when we anticipate that a child might hurt themselves, hurt someone else, or damage property.

Student Council: Older students take on greater responsibilities by helping lead community discussions about games, sand yard rules, building permits, and any recent conflicts that may have taken place.

Class Meetings: There are held when there are conflicts or concerns that need to be discussed. They are called whenever a student, teacher, or parent feels it is needed.

Conflict Resolution: Children are encouraged to organize their own play, solve their problems, and work both independently and cooperatively. Teachers and parents will facilitate, offer support, acknowledgement, and ensure safety. Children are expected to use negotiation skills, take responsibility for their words and actions, and be involved in resolving conflict. Through these interactions, children gain a strong voice, are empowered to implement change, and know that their feelings are valid.

Buddy Time: Each week, younger and older students are paired up to read and play games together. Both groups of students look forward to this time, which allows mixed-age bonding, strengthens friendships, and provides an incredible opportunity for mentorship.

Group and team building activities: We introduce important life skills, such as teamwork, creative thinking, and cooperation. These activities are also great for building self-esteem. Here, children learn more about their abilities and push themselves to achieve goals. Group and team building activities also help to develop children social skills. Student learn how to communicate, articulate their ideas and compromise with others during the course of a group game.