•   Listen when someone is talking.

• ·         Follow directions the first time they are given.

• ·         Treat everyone with kindness and respect.

• ·         Take care of your school and classroom.

• ·         Work and play safely and quietly.

In your child's folder, there will be a 9 weeks calendar.  We will use this as our daily communication tool.  Maintaining a safe and well managed learning environment is one of my top priorities as a teacher. 

Over the years I have used several different techniques.  I started using Practice Academy to provide a better way of learning the desired behaviors for our classroom.  Practice academies are used for these type behaviors: good listening, workstation behavior, independent work time, carpet time, walking in line, talking at appropriate times, showing respect, etc... I want to give our children the opportunity to practice and learn the desired behavior on their own and give them the chance to monitor and change their behavior as needed.  This technique also teaches children to take responsibility for their actions and the rewards or consequences that will follow their choices.  

If your child has had a great day, the square on their calendar will be blank.  I may place a happy face or sticker from time to time.  If there is a concern, I will write a note with details about their choices on the calendar on that specific date.  

·         Every Student will start the day Ready to Learn.  They will earn "Golden Tickets" throughout the day for good choices.  They will be in charge of keeping up with these in their supply box.  When they have saved 10, they may trade them in for a fun coupon choice (ex: hat pass, sit by a friend, bring a stuffed animal, etc...).

·         If a student makes a poor choice there will be a verbal Warning about his/her behavior, and a reminder of the classroom expectations.

·         Students who continue to display poor choices will bring me their student folder and will participate in a Practice Academy.

·         If the behavior continues, the next action will be a Parent Contact along with an additional practice academy.  A folder sign, parent phone call; or an in depth discipline note will be sent home to discuss the behavior choices.  If needed, we will come up with an individual behavior plan for your child. A visit to the Principal’s office might also be in order.  

**The students have the opportunity to earn their folder back and not have it signed if their behavior changes and they begin making better choices throughout the day.  If it is an ongoing behavior, I will always notify you!   If you have questions…always feel free to ask me.  We are a TEAM and I want to work together to make this the most AMAZING year for your kiddos! J

*Parents please initial your child’s calendar each night and return

to school the next day.