RULES:
Respect others
Raise your hand to be recognized before speaking
Encourage everyone
Speak softly
Participate
Be prepared
Cooperate
Try hard
DAILY CONSEQUENCES FOR NOT FOLLOWING RULES:
1st time rule is broken: Verbal warning
2nd time rule is broken: 10 minutes in from recess
3rd time rule is broken: 20 minutes in from recess
4th time rule is broken: Parent called
5th time rule is broken: Send to principal
Severe clause: Send to principal
The above consequences are cumulative in nature. Specific behaviors supersede the above consequences and will result in the severe clause. Behaviors resulting in the severe clause include: endangering others, destruction of property, open defiance.
POSITIVE CONSEQUENCES
Individual Awards: Verbal praise, positive note home, stickers, paws, computer/electronics time, special award items, free assignments
Group Awards: Class party or video, extra recess, computer/electronics free time, special projects
Positive consequences are the positive reinforcers that students receive by choosing to behave appropriately. Positive reinforcement will recognize those students who usually behave while, at the same time, prompt those students presenting discipline problems to change their behavior.