CLASS RULES
Follow directions the first time given
Use equipment safely and in the appropriate manner
Stop quickly upon signal
Be respectful of others
Play hard, play fair, play safe, and have fun!
Good behavior rewarded with happy grams and
shoelace tokens.
Discipline rationale
Educational research has shown that when a teacher spends class time
managing discipline problems, less teaching and less learning occurs.
Disruptive behavior is a primary reason for poor student achievement.
No student has the right to interfere with my teaching or another student's
learning. Having said that, I do believe that every student is capable of
proper behavior! Behavior is certainly a choice and all students at Dickson
will be taught and encouraged to make appropriate behavior choices.
My procedure for rules violations is to issue a warning first and then use a
"time out" if a second violation occurs. The exception to this would be a
"time out" immediately if the violation is flagrant such as disrespect.
A child may be invited to rejoin the class if I feel they are "ready". There
will be no re-entry if the original violation was flagrant. I give our students
the benefit of doubt unless I'm convinced of inappropriate behavior.
I will notify the child's parent if repeated disruption is occuring. An administra-
tion referral will be used for chronic misbehavior and issues of physical
violence. Further, an administrator will be invited to parent conferences re-
garding behavior issues. Your support in these matters is valued and critical.
I always welcome your insight and feedback.