The counselor and at-risk teacher at the elementary level use to the Missouri Model Guidance Program to develop citizenship skills. The elementary has its five basic school rules that support good citizenship. The seven character traits are displayed in every classroom. Discipline referrals clearly state the violation, the consequences, and the consequence of any future violation. The discipline code is worded to tie the code to the positive character traits identified by the community.
Teachers post and enforce the discipline codes.
At the elementary level, the counselor works with individuals, small groups and individual classes using the model guidance resources in the areas of self-discipline, peer mediation, and conflict resolution. Character education and social skills are reinforced in the at-risk program. The district uses the Buddy System and SOCS program where applicable. Peer mediators have been trained at all levels. CPI training is available to staff members and Mandt trainers will be in-house by 2001.