Parental/Administrative Support
by Lorrie Wright
September 30, 2008
If a student is in violation of a rule, I will first give a warning. The second time the student will have to move his or her dog beside the doghouse (caution). The third time the dog will be moved on top of the doghouse, which results in a loss of recess time and/or maybe writing sentences. The fourth time the student’s dog ends up IN the doghouse, at which this time the parents will be called and a consequence will be decided by the student, parent, and teacher as a team. Any violations after this point will be referred to the principal for alternative action. I will communicate with parents often whether the situation is good or bad.
Communicates
the plan at the start of school in a firm but controlled and
friendly manner.
Does not wince
or convey disbelief in what is
being
said.
Makes eye
contact with each student while presenting the plan.
Provides an
understandable reason for the plan.
Provides a
copy of the plan for each student.
Sends home a
copy of the plan.
Enforces the
rules consistently.
Tells the
students that the administration
supports the
plan.
Reviews the
plan with new students.
Has learned
how to discipline with the body, not with the mouth.
Has positive
expectations that all of the students will abide by the
rules.
Are confident
in themselves and their
capabilities.
Teaches
student the concept of consequences
and
responsibility.
(The Fist Days of School, by Harry Wong, p.165)
