At the start of the school year, we clarify the three expectations with students. All classes teach and practice how these expectations look throughout the school. That way we can maintain similar expectations in all areas of the school with common language. This is all a part of our PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) initiative to maintain a positive school climate.

"Another component of PBIS is giving positive recognition to students that are modeling our school expectations. Students can be given a 'High Five' from staff members for following any of the expectations. A High Five is a paper accolade that has the student’s name on it and the school expectation being exemplified is circled. Students then post the High Five in their classrooms. Once a class receives a total of 50 High Fives, they have a celebration to honor this achievement. These have ranged from playing games to a pajama party to crazy hair day. We chose to highlight class achievements to help students see their importance within the class and reinforce the shared responsibility of being a positive community member." - Mr. Robbin, School Principal

Feel free to discuss with your children how they earned the High Five, how their actions were linked to the school expectations and how did they feel to know they were making the right choices.