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Students aren't born knowing what "Be Respectful" looks like in the cafeteria versus the classroom. Defining expectations by location helps turn abstract values into observable, teachable behaviors.
Adopting Universal Expectations - SBCUSD
Adopting Universal Expectations - SBCUSD
SBCUSD has adopted three Universal Expectations to provide consistency across the district and create a common language to teach students 'What to do'.
SBCUSD has adopted three Universal Expectations to provide consistency across the district and create a common language to teach students 'What to do'.
The three Universal Expectations are broad enough in nature so that all behaviors can be framed within the terms of "safety," "responsibility," and "respect."
The three Universal Expectations are broad enough in nature so that all behaviors can be framed within the terms of "safety," "responsibility," and "respect."
The most effective expectation matrices use 3–5 positively stated behaviors for each location. Keeping them simple makes them easier for students to remember—and for staff to teach consistently.
Developing Expectations by Location
Developing Expectations by Location
As the community works together to develop the Expectations by Location, the Team will ensure the expectation examples are:
As the community works together to develop the Expectations by Location, the Team will ensure the expectation examples are:
a) defined in observable & measurable terms,
a) defined in observable & measurable terms,
b) positively stated,
b) positively stated,
c) linked to your SEB Curriculum (Zones of Regulation, Second Step, School Connect)
The average student transitions between multiple settings each day—classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playground, buses, and restrooms. Teaching expectations in each location helps students know exactly what's expected wherever they are.
The average student transitions between multiple settings each day—classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playground, buses, and restrooms. Teaching expectations in each location helps students know exactly what's expected wherever they are.
Safety Drill Expectations
Safety Drill Expectations
Establishing clear safety-drill procedures helps schools respond quickly, calmly, and consistently during an emergency. When staff and students already know what to do, where to go, and who is responsible for each step, there is less confusion and more time to focus on keeping everyone safe.
Well-defined procedures also:
Support an orderly response across classrooms, common areas, and transitions.
Reduce panic by allowing people to practice before a real emergency occurs.
Identify gaps in the school’s safety plan so they can be corrected early.
Matrix templates - Safety Drill, Fire Drill, Lockdown Drill, Secure Lockout Drill
Supporting Assembly Bill 367 - Menstrual Products
Supporting Assembly Bill 367 - Menstrual Products
In order to comply with California Assembly Bill 367, public schools serving grades 6 - 12 in California must make free menstrual products available. Students in need are encouraged to use these free products as intended.
Template: Menstrual Products Expectations
The most effective teachers don't assume students know classroom procedures—they teach, model, practice, reinforce, and reteach them throughout the year.
Adopting Procedures/Routines
Adopting Procedures/Routines
SBCUSD has adopted the 16 Classroom Social Skills to provide consistency across the district and create a common language to teach students 'What to do' to support academic engagement.
SBCUSD has adopted the 16 Classroom Social Skills to provide consistency across the district and create a common language to teach students 'What to do' to support academic engagement.
If you find yourself giving the same direction every day - "Line up quietly" - that's probably not a reminder problem—it's a procedure that's waiting to be taught, practiced, and reinforced!
Establishing Game Rules
Establishing Game Rules
Game Rules are the curriculum staff use to teach students how to successfully interact while engaging in site approved games. Establishing a set of agreed-upon rules allows for better supervision practices and helps to create safe outdoor spaces for everyone.
Game Rules are the curriculum staff use to teach students how to successfully interact while engaging in site approved games. Establishing a set of agreed-upon rules allows for better supervision practices and helps to create safe outdoor spaces for everyone.
Additional Resources
Additional Resources
Missouri PBIS Handbook Excerpt:
Missouri PBIS Handbook Excerpt:
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