Sometimes, students need a chance to stretch their legs, get some fresh air, and clear their minds during class, especially when they're feeling too stuffed up in classrooms. One way to help them do this is through a "Take a Walk" pass.

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This pass is particularly helpful for IEP students who need to take walks as part of their program. By using a walk pass, teachers can keep track of how many times these students are taking walks and ensure they are getting the support they need.

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Benefits

• Allows students to take a break from class and get some fresh air, helping them come back to class feeling refreshed and re-energized.
• Can be particularly beneficial for IEP students who need to take walks as part of their program.
• Teachers can keep track of how many times students are taking walks and ensure they are getting the support they need.
• Helps identify potential issues and gives counselors and teachers more data to see which students tend to struggle a bit more, providing opportunities to find ways to address those issues.
• Teachers have control over how many times a student can "Take a Walk" in a day.
• The "Take a Walk" room will not be visible to students on their SmartPass, limiting access to potential troublemakers. Teachers are the only ones who can create the pass for this room.
• Using a walk pass can make classrooms a more welcoming and supportive environment for all students.

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How to set up

1. Create a new room pass and give it a catchy name like "Take a Walk" – or, if you're feeling adventurous, you can even use the zombie icon for a bit of fun.
2. Set it up as a round-trip pass to ensure students make it back to class.
3. Use the visibility settings "Show for certain students" to limit access to the pass. For now, only demo students should be able to see it.
4. Add all teachers as "in the room" so they can control how many times a student can "Take a Walk" in a day.

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By using "Take a Walk" pass, you can create a healthier and more productive learning environment for your students.