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Classroom Rules
To be created by students the first week of school...
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Conflict Management Program
KELSO’S CHOICES.pdfThe Goal:
Intrinsic Motivation
- Elicit curiosity.
- Prioritize social interaction during learning.
- Challenge children just enough.
- Give children agency.
- Provide incentives only when necessary.
- Praise the process rather than the outcome.
BEHAVIOR-SPECIFIC PRAISE
BEHAVIOR-SPECIFIC PRAISE
Behavioral scientists have long studied the ideal praise-to-criticism ratio. For students, that ideal ratio is 4:1. In other words, for each bit of negative feedback, there should be a minimum of four positive comments to balance it out. Studies conducted by Vanderbilt University indicate that “Praise is a powerful tool for educators. When used effectively in the classroom, it can increase the social and academic performance of students, as well as improve classroom climate.”
SMILEY/FROWNY POINTS INCENTIVE
SMILEY/FROWNY POINTS INCENTIVE
When our class is engaged, following classroom rules, treating each other with respect, performing transitions quickly, and staying focused on tasks, then I give them a Smiley tally point. If they are not, they get a Frowny tally point. At the end of the day, if they have more Smiley points than Frowny, then they will get a Smiley face for that day on the week's chart. If they ever get a frowny face on the weekly chart, then they do not get Fun Fri-YAY. Fun Fri-YAY is 20-25 minutes of free time. I have board games, puzzles, drawing, and math manipulatives they can play with! They also can get on their Chromebook and play educational games!
Consequence System
Consequence System
Time-Outs/Refocus
Time-Outs/Refocus
A time to RECOVER CONTROL and REMEMBER THE RULES, then return to successful participation in the class activity.
A familiar, predictable, and consistent procedure that will be taught and practiced so students are familiar with it.
A single desk/worktable that is positioned off to the side, allowing privacy & quiet with the ability to still work/listen to the lesson.
Preserves the integrity and fluidity of the work of the room.
Time-Outs focus on behavior NOT the student’s character.
Not a punishment.
Time-Outs are a lifelong skill. Time-outs help develop self-awareness & strategies to help stay in control and be productive. Even adults can benefit from time-outs. :-)
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