Using short term loss of priviledges...
In one of three types of logical consequences
Creates an understanding of cause & effect actions
Provides an authentic opportunity to process impact of actions
Overview
Student will report to predetermined location with escort during privileged time to complete restitution or work instead of participating in other activity
This should only be for a set and predetermined amount of time.
The student should NOT be surprised by the loss of these privileges'.
An agreed upon plan should be created with the student to improve the action that resulted in short term loss of privilege
Core Components
Must be logical
Time must be utilized to discuss impact and plan to repair harm
Must be reflective
Not exaggerated
Done in partnership with family
Proactive Implementation
Proactively teaching students what the expectations of the classroom environment are and transparently informing them of what happens when they are not meeting the expectations, allows for fair process to occur. Students will be more understanding of their consequence such as short term loss of privileges.
Responsive Implementation
Responsively implementing short term loss of privileges requires transparency and communication. The supervising adult must conference with the student about the implementation of this intervention and give clarity on the duration, expectations, & steps during the implementation period to return to class wide privileges.
Connection
If the need is connection then a student may conference or be provided interactions with a counselor during this period.
Skills Training
If the need is skill building then a specific skill may be practiced or chosen for growth during this term.
Awareness
If the need is awareness then the student may seek out perspectives of others and the impact on their catalyst action to build awareness.
Emotional Regulation
If the need is regulation then the student may be required to trial various regulation or coping strategies such as deep breathing techniques during this time.
Consider Factors Prior to Start
Student factors-
Gender, race, function, topography, family dynamics, interpersonal relationships
Contextual factors -
Resource availability, classroom instruction, physical space, time, technology
Intensifying or Fading During
Duration
Frequency
Feedback
Reinforcement
Goals
REMINDER
Make a note to document when you're starting this intervention.
After 10 consecutive school days of implementation, use collected data to determine the intervention's effectiveness.