Bearcat Pause is a K-6 program created to address the social, emotional and behavioral needs of  students.  This program is an alternative setting that provides students support in developing tools to adapt to the trauma sustained in life.  Bearcat Pause is equipped with calming caves, a motor room for movement, a soft-walled safe room and comfort corner, sensory walk, low lighting, restroom facilities for students and staff, and treasure cave. Students are provided with a safe and supportive, social emotion learning environment with a focus on self-regulation and mindfulness skills.  When asked about Bearcat Pause, lead instructor, Katie Cordle, says, “All behavior communicates something.  It is important to look past the behavior and determine what is causing the behavior.”  Students are given ‘tools’ to help them navigate life’s ups and downs.    Bearcat Pause is staffed with one lead teacher, and three additional staff members.

<strong>Contact</strong>:
Katie Cordle, Lead Teacher
<a href="mailto:kcordle@bvps.org">kcordle@bvps.org </a>
276-821-5770