Meet BOOWAJOE®
The Cool, Cool Baby Elephant
Your friendly guide to the BOOWAJOE® School Safety & Preparedness Program™ for grades PreK–5. Through engaging stories, memorable songs, interactive activities, and real-world lessons, BOOWAJOE® helps children become aware, prepared, confident, and responsible citizens both in school and throughout their communities.
More Than a Name. A Way of Life.
BOOWAJOE® means to honor and hold in high regard.
It is a reminder that every child has value, every life matters, and every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and kindness.
At the BOOWAJOE® School Safety & Preparedness Supplemental Curriculum & Enhancement Program™, we teach children that being 'cool' isn't about popularity, appearance, or fitting in. Being cool means honoring yourself, respecting others, and making smart choices that help keep everyone safe.
BOOWAJOE® teaches children to hold in high regard:
- Yourself — Respect your body, your mind, and your future. Make choices that keep you safe, healthy, and prepared.
- Your Family — Listen to parents, guardians, and trusted adults who help guide and protect you.
- Your Friends — Be a good friend. Include others. Stand against bullying and treat everyone with kindness.
- Your School — Respect your teachers, classmates, and learning environment.
- Your Community — Help make your neighborhood a safer and stronger place for everyone.
- Your Future — Prepare today so you can succeed tomorrow. Knowledge, preparation, responsibility, and good character help build a brighter future.
Always Be Cool™
The foundational principles of our PreK-5 school safety assembly empower students to take active roles in their own well-being.
Always Think Safety
Always think safety when riding transit, buses, bicycles, scooters, and crossing streets. A core tenet of kids safety education.
Be Respectful
Be kind, respectful, and a good friend. We integrate character building directly into our school safety program.
Caution Around Strangers
Know your trusted adults and stay aware of your surroundings. Essential training for kids PreK-5.