Observation Station Rotation

Objective: Students will work in small groups to observe different hallway segments, record positive and negative climate indicators, and share findings with their peers.

Materials:

• Station signs labeled Station 1, Station 2, etc., posted at each hallway segment
• Hotspot Data Log worksheets (one per student)
• Timers or a bell to signal rotation
• Colored markers for group discussion

Setup:

• Place each station sign clearly at its assigned hallway segment.
• Prepare a timer or bell to ring every 4 minutes.
• Ensure each station’s sign includes a brief reminder of observation criteria (positive vs. negative indicators, intensity levels).

Group Roles (rotate roles at each station if time allows):

1. Observer: Moves quietly through the segment, watching for climate cues.
2. Recorder: Logs each hotspot on the Hotspot Data Log (location, type, intensity).
3. Timekeeper: Starts the timer and signals when to rotate.
4. Reporter: Holds onto the group’s completed logs and will summarize findings at the end.

Rotation Schedule:

• Total stations: 4 (adjust if more segments exist)
• Observation per station: 4 minutes
• Rotation signal: bell or timer at end of each 4-minute interval
• Groups move clockwise to the next station until all are visited

Instructions:

1. Divide students into groups of four and assign each group to a starting station.
2. Assign each student a distinct role.
3. On the teacher’s start signal, begin a 4-minute observation:
   • The Observer scans for positive (green) and negative (red) indicators.
   • The Recorder notes each hotspot on the Hotspot Data Log, including segment name, indicator type, and intensity (mild/moderate/severe).
4. When the Timekeeper’s bell rings, groups quietly rotate to their next station.
5. Repeat observations until every group has visited all stations.
6. Return to the classroom to prepare for the Data Analysis & Pattern Identification step of the activity.

Hotspot Data Log

Student Name: ____________________________ Date: ________________

Use this log to record each climate hotspot you observe during your hallway station rotation. For every hotspot, note the location, whether it’s positive or negative, how intense it is, and any brief notes or descriptions.

Additional Observations or Sketches:

Solutions Brainstorm Discussion

In this discussion, you and your group will turn your hallway observations into concrete, student-led actions that reduce negative hotspots and reinforce positive ones. Use your Hotspot Data Log entries and the floor-plan map to support your ideas.

1. Review & Reflect

1. Which 2 negative hotspots did your group observe most frequently or intensely? Explain why they stood out.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. Which 2 positive hotspots did you notice? How do these behaviors or conditions make the hallway feel better?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Brainstorm Actionable Solutions

A. Negative Hotspots
For each of your top 2 negative hotspots, complete the table below:

B. Positive Hotspots
For each of your top 2 positive hotspots, think of one way to maintain or expand it:

3. Plan & Commit to Next Steps

Select one negative and one positive solution from your tables above to implement first. For each, answer:

• What will we do?
  
  
  
  
  
• Who is responsible?
  
  
  
  
  
• When and where will it happen?
  
  
  
  
  

4. Share Out

Record your final action plan on chart paper or in the shared digital document. Be prepared to present your group’s ideas in 1–2 minutes:

• Describe your chosen negative-hotspot solution and its impact.
• Explain how you’ll reinforce a positive hotspot.
  
  
  Let’s work together to turn observations into improvements!