Classroom / PC Lab Bring all needed materials Stay on task Complete assignments Follow directions Speak politely Use acceptable language Keep self to self Walk in the classroom Keep aisles clear Use materials/ equipment properly Care for others’ objects Help your classmates Be tolerant Hallway/Breezeway Walk directly to destination Keep hallways neat and Follow directions Use conversational Use appropriate language Keep self to self Always walk Keep to the side Be aware of others Use kind words Help others Share a smile Rest Room Use bathrooms appropriately Keep bathrooms Report problems/ vandalism Respect others’ privacy Use appropriate language Wash your hands Avoid physical contact and horseplay Wait your turn Cafeteria Follow directions Keep eating area clean Dispose of containers properly Maintain position in line Speak in conversational tones Use appropriate language Remain seated until dismissed Keep self to self Always walk Help others Wait your turn Use good manners Library Return materials on time Use materials appropriately Use a quiet voice Follow directions Always walk Keep self to self Ask for assistance Wait patiently Recess Follow directions Check in/out equipment Play cooperatively Share equipment Follow the rules Keep self to self Follow playground procedures Report injuries/problems immediately Observe good sportsmanship Avenal Elementary Classroom Behavioral Matrix
Be Responsible Be Respectful Be Safe Be Kind Room Culture Use all materials appropriately Return materials to their proper place Do what you are supposed to do Respect viewpoint of others Take turns Listen and respond appropriately Be aware of surroundings Move carefully Wait patiently Follow school and classroom rules Help others when appropriate Use considerate and encouraging language Whole Class Instruction Listen carefully Take notes Follow directions Show Respond appropriately Remain seated Wait for directions Use appropriate language Try to understand all viewpoints Group Work Do your best Manage materials Focus on assigned task Take turns Listen to the speaker Respond thoughtfully Work quietly Follow all directions carefully Move carefully if needed Be supportive Be helpful Do your part Independent Work Follow directions Stay on task Do your best Check your work for correctness and neatness Work quietly Ask questions appropriately Choose a activity when you are finished Use materials and resources for their intended purpose Remain seated Keep a positive attitude Transitions Listen for and follow directions Move quietly and quickly Move carefully Watch out for others Wait patiently Resource Areas Take care of resources Return items to their proper place Report problems appropriately and immediately Leave resources and work stations in good order Move carefully Watch out for others Wait patiently for your turn School-Wide Discipline Flow Chart
NOTE: Level 1 can be assigned by the classroom teacher, aide, or any staff member Level 2 – Level 4 can be RECOMMENDED, but can only be GRANTED by an Administrator A 2-day CLASSROOM SUSPENSION can be assigned by a classroom teacher. The requesting teacher MUST make parent contact if class suspension is requested. LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 Detention Detention/Suspension Suspension Suspension/Expulsion Cell phone or Other Electronic Devices Classroom Disruption (minor) Defiance (not following directions) Dress Code Food/Drink/Gum Leaving Class/Cafe w/o Permission No Hall Pass Not Prepared Profanity (conversational) Public Affection Rough Play (minor) Tardy to/from (school/break/lunch) Vandalism (minor) (Continued Level 1) *Cheating/plagiarism Classroom Disruption (major) Cutting Class (10 min. or more) Disrespect (non-hostile) Gang Affiliation (minor, i.e., tagging) Gambling Forgery Leaving Classroom w/out Permission Obscene/Vulgar (possession of materials) Rough Play (excessive) Suggestive/Obscene/Vulgar language or gestures (Continued 2) Disrespect (hostile towards staff) False Fire Alarm/Extinguisher Use Fighting (except in “clear” self-defense) Fireworks (possession/use) ***Gang Affiliation (major) ***Harassment – Bullying (incl. racial/ethnic slurs) Insubordination Pornography (via computer or other) ***Theft ***Vandalism ($500.00 or less) (Continued 3) ***Assault/Battery ***Extortion *** Drugs, Tobacco Alcohol (possession/use) Hostile Profanity/ Gestures ***Bomb Threat/ Possession of Explosive Device **Setting Fire/Burning Materials Sexual Harassment ***Vandalism - Excessive ($500.00 or more) ***Violent Threats (attempt &/or caused injury) Weapons (possession/use) *Student will also receive a zero (%) for the assignment **Student will be assessed for damages done to school or personal property ***Student could also be sited by the authorities (police) for this act Avenal Elementary School Disciplinary Step Form