Consequence Verbal Warning Description of Consequence Student is spoken to about their behavior either in private or during the class. A verbal warning is given when student actions affect their ability to work independently or in a group. Students should get 2 warnings (preferably non-verbal) before they are directed to TAB. Examples of Student Actions Arriving to late Calling out Delaying starting work Disrupting work Head on the desk Making noises Sitting in seat Side talking Throwing objects Unprepared for class Expectations for Student Behavior Abide by the Social Contract Explain their difficulty or challenge Resume work being spoken to by teacher Administrator Responsibilities including Principal, Assistant Principal, Wellness Coach and Guidance Counselor None, unless teacher has difficulty and/or student becomes defiant/disrupts the classroom Teacher Responsibilities Address student actions as soon as possible Explain why student is being given a verbal warning Engage student in reflective conversation (using Developmental Designs language [Appendix A]) about school expectations for student conduct, classroom expectations and consequences Detain class if needed and have student practice the procedure again Identify students who are causing behavior issues and proactively make accommodations for specific needs, especially students with disabilities (SwD). If student becomes defiant/disrupts the classroom, call an Wellness Coach or AP Talk with Principal, AP or Guidance Counselor about Best Practices in classroom management and professional development opportunities Other Staff Responsibilities including Paraprofessionals and School Aide Depending on the student’s actions, get the teacher’s attention and explain what you observed If the student’s actions pose a safety threat, get the Wellness or AP or SSA Consequence Take a Break (TAB)
Mediation Description Students can choose, be referred or be required for mediation before or after an incident. Mediation will be conducted using the guidelines outlined in Appendix L 1-3). Expectations for Student Actions Abide by the rules of mediation Sign the agreement form Desist with conflict If other party does not uphold the agreement inform the mediator Expectations for Dean /AP Assist teachers and students with learning the mediation process Conduct mediations Maintain records of mediations in student discipline portfolio Expectations for Community Associate Assist Wellness Coach/AP with mediation training Assist peer mediator with mediation sessions Communicate with families when child is involved in a mediation Expectations for Guidance Counselor Assist teachers and students with learning the mediation process Conduct mediations File all mediation documents with Wellness Coach/AP student behavior portfolio Expectations for Mediation Supervisor Review the mediation protocol before through the process Ensure that disputants arrive at a resolution and sign the mediation agreement File all mediation document with Wellness Coach/AP student behavior portfolo SAVE Description Students who are serving a principal’s suspension will receive instruction in an alternate location the supervision of a teacher. Their day will be spent completing assignments given by their teachers and/or meeting with the Wellness Coach or AP or Guidance Counselor. Expectations for Student Actions Attend school each day of the suspension period Remain in the SAVE room unless escorted by the supervisor Complete all assignments Complete homework Attend AIS Expectations for Wellness Coach /AP Escort student to and from the SAVE room at arrival and dismissal Update the Suspension Log and inform Principal so Daily Notes can be updated Collect assignments from teachers and turn it over to the SAVE supervisor Expectations for Community Associate Add student to the check-in schedule Communicate future check-in schedule with student’s parent/guardian Document each session with student Expectations for Guidance Counselor Meet with student before the end of the suspension period Determine whether further counseling is needed. If so, inform Principal and AP Communicate future counseling schedule with parents Document each session with student Update counseling in OORS Expectations for SAVE Supervisor Keep student in the room unless they are using the bathroom Do not leave the student alone at any time Student must complete all the assignments given by their teachers.
Show me a better way to do/say that. Find a different place to sit. Reflecting Language Open-ended, without judgment How did you solve the problem? about ways you could do this differently. Can you name some things that went well(wrong)? What did you enjoy(dislike) most? In what ways did(didn’t) we follow our rules? Think about last time. What worked and what did we say we wanted to change? Others I learned Appendix B: Observation Sheet Validus Preparatory Academy Daily Observation Sheet Class: ______ Grade ______ Date _________________ Subject/ Teacher Overall Behavior: Outstanding (O) Satisfactory (S) Needs Improvement (N) Comments Student Sign-Out: Bathroom (B) Nurse (N) Main Office (M) TAB Out(T) Cutting (C) Subject___ Teacher(s) _____________ O S N Subject___ Teacher(s) _____________ O S N Subject___ Teacher(s) _____________ O S N Subject___ Teacher(s) _____________ O S N