Discipline and Conduct

Good student behavior is necessary if a school is to achieve educational goals. Students will learn at a higher degree if classrooms are free from disruptions. Student conduct on the school bus must also be excellent in order to ensure a safe atmosphere for all on the bus. Our school utilizes PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) to proactively encourage positive behavior. It reduces discipline issues and distractions and increases student learning.

Our students are taught the school-wide expectations and procedures for various areas within the building. All students are encouraged to SOAR by example and model strong work ethic and behavior. This contributes to a productive and respectful culture and atmosphere for all of our Bluebird students, staff, and families.

Our staff consistently praises students for their positive behaviors. Students are encouraged by earning:

• ​SOAR Stars:​ Classes work together to earn SOAR Stars while in common areas of our school such as the dining room, hallways, and restrooms. These earned SOAR Stars contribute toward a class goal. When this class goal is met, they are rewarded with a special class reward. This also helps build teamwork as the class is working together to meet their goal.

• Positive Office Referrals:​ Our students can receive positive office referrals for going above and beyond. Students who earn them will have the opportunity to sign a bluebird in the main hallway and make a phone call home. We enjoy getting to make contact with families and let them know the great things that are happening at school.

• Bluebird Bucks:​ K-2 students will be working toward Bluebird Bucks. These will be given out to students who are following the SOAR guidelines both in the classroom and out of the classroom. They will cash them in for rewards in the classroom.

• Positive Bus Referrals​: Our students can receive positive bus referrals for going above and beyond. Students who earn them will have the opportunity to earn a bus token and a certificate explaining how they earned their positive bus referral.