Wildfire Prevention Conducting School Programs Guide - National ...

1.3 THE TEACHERS INPUT
The presentation of a wildfire prevention program will be enhanced if
input is obtained from the teacher during the planning process. This
will show interest and professionalism as well as provide helpful
information to improve the effectiveness of the presentation.
The following actions should be taken to maximize program
effectiveness in the classroom:
• Speak with the teacher and try to get a feel for current
understanding of fire and wildfire prevention by the students.
• Ask what fire safety issues have been presented in the past.
• Ask what objectives the presentation must meet for the class/
teacher/school.
• Learn what the teacher's time constraints are and tailor the
presentation to meet those constraints.
• Visit the school in advance to ensure the facilities and
classroom layout are adequate for the presentation. If a visit is
not possible in advance, ask for detailed information by phone
or mail.
• Ask for the number of students and if there are any students
with special needs (deaf, physically impaired, non-English
speaking students, etc.)
• If audiovisual aids are to be used, BE SURE to ask about
special needs such as room setup, power supply, screens,
window shades, etc.
• A good rule of thumb for supervision is to have one adult for
every 10 children. It is also a good idea to send information,
guidelines and rules to the teacher or program leader in advance
of the presentation.
4 – The Teacher’s Input CONDUCTING SCHOOL PROGRAMS –GUIDE