Many schools have discipline management systems. Teachers are expected to have a management system, as well. Teachers must wait long periods of time before a problem can be brought to the office.
Most administrators expect teachers to handle simple discipline problems.
Many teachers believe that the more times you visit the office on discipline matters, the lower your evaluation will be at the end of the year. However, we at UEA have discovered that it is a good idea to inform the office and parents of problems as early as possible. This can be done through a simple FYI notice to the office, with a copy mailed to parents. Remember, the notice should be designed in such a way as to make it clear that the problem is being handled and that no action is expected to be taken by the office at this time. Many times an early notice will correct the misconduct.