Parents:
I am looking forward to an exciting year filled with fun and LOTS of learning! In order for all students to have a safe environment conducive to learning, I have developed the following Discipline Plan.
I have discussed these Rules/Rewards/Consequences with my students. Please read and discuss this plan again with your child, sign and return only the back page. Keep this letter for future reference. I appreciate all that you do to support our classroom policies.
Classroom rules:
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BE RESPECTFUL |
BE RESPONSIBLE |
MAKE GOOD CHOICES |
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Use kind words and actions. |
Come to school and class ready to learn. |
Follow directions. |
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§ Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak or leave your seat.
§ Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
§ Speak kindly to each other.
§ Work quietly. |
§ Bring paper, pencils, books, and PAWS binder to class every day.
§ Turn in completed assignments on time. |
§ Listen carefully and follow directions the first time they are given.
§ Follow all procedures. |
Rewards:
Students will be rewarded for good behavior by receiving special privileges--extra computer time, free choice time, no homework, special activity, etc. Students who demonstrate exemplary work and behavior will be allowed to bring $2 and go to canteen on Friday.
Consequences:
I want you to be able to know immediately when you open your child's agenda if we had any problems during the day. I will put a colored dot in your child's agenda if he/she pulls any tickets. The color of the dot will let you know the offense. The colors are as follows:
● Not working quietly; disturbing others
● Not listening; not following directions
● Unkind words or actions
● Not following classroom or school procedures.
GREAT BEHAVIOR
Please check your child's agenda every day and sign under the dot or paw print.
If your child breaks a rule:
Gentle Reminder—One warning is given each day. A warning is intended to get your child’s attention and make him/her think about their actions. A stop sign will be placed on your child’s desk as a visual reminder that he/she needs to STOP and think!
1st ticket—conference with teacher, 5 minutes time-out
2nd ticket--conference with teacher, 10 minutes time-out/loss of privilege
3rd ticket—conference with teacher, loss of privilege, note/phone call to parents. When your child pulls the 3rd ticket, it will be written up as a “minor” offense.
*Please note: repeated offenses and/or extreme misbehavior will result in an automatic office visit or parent phone call.
**If your child has 3 written-up minors in a 6 week grading period, it is then considered a “major” offense and they will be sent to the office where a principal will decide on a consequence of their behavior.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at school (731-686-0840). Thank you in advance for your support. I look forward to a wonderful year!
