Student Wellbeing

Zones of Regulation Toolkit

Each of the 4 zones have been broken down in previous newsletters. The most important thing for our students to understand is that all zones are ok. What we need to know are the tools that help us to regulate each of these zones. In the classrooms, students are learning tools that could help them in regulating and as they experience different tools, they will then identify what works for them, which they will keep in their toolbox. Teachers model the tools that work for them and when students identify the zone that they are in they are encouraged to choose a tool that is a good fit for them.

At School we use a range of tools to help regulate our emotions.   Both teachers and students have developed their own tool kits that reflect their personality and strategies that support their emotional regulation.  Even James has developed his toolkit that he models when speaking with students.

At Home -

We encourage families to continue to discuss tools that they use to help them regulate. These can include some of the following;

Yellow Zone (energy levels are high) - going for a walk or run and getting a glass of water.

Blue Zone (low energy) - This may require rest if able or if we need to refocus, something that gets our body moving like jumping on a trampoline.

Red Zone (Heightened state/ intense emotions) - we need to stop and reset. We could have a quiet safe space at home. Focus on our breathing.

Green Zone (Ready to go) - Where we can do our best work.

If you have any questions regarding the zones of regulation, we would be more than happy to chat with you.

Janine Hough - janine.hough@education.vic.gov.au

Brad Ryan - bradley.ryan @educaiton.vic.gov.auJanine and Brad.