Community Expectations Guide PowerPoint
- 1. SLCSCommunity Expectations Guidefor grades 7-12 2008-2009
- 2. School Improvement Planning TeamWe began last January with one goal: To improve student behavior and create a structured, district-wide behavior management plan.All teacher feedback that was brought back to SIPT, was discussed, and assisted the team in creating a plan that we felt best fit the district’s needs.After many SIPT meetings, multiple BOE meetings, a consultation with the district’s lawyer, and a public hearing, the BOE voted to adopt the Community Expectations Guide.
- 3. The 4 Levels of the Community Expectations GuideLevel 1: Any misbehavior that disrupts the operation of the school and its educational process.The classroom teacher, for most Level 1 infractions, will handle the initial discipline.
- 4. Inappropriate languageMinor class disruptionsTeasing/name callingFailure to bring required materials to classUse of inappropriate electronic devices, including cell phones, Ipods, etc.Other behavior that disturbs the learning environment. Inappropriate dressMisuse of pass privilegesEating, drinking in an unauthorized areaInappropriate cafeteria behaviorInappropriate public displays of affectionPossession of lighter or matches on school property or during school-related activitiesLevel 1 Infractions:
- 5. 7-12 Teachers:Regarding Infraction “Failure to bring required materials to class”:We suggest you explain to your classes what your “required materials” are on the first day.
- 6. All Staff:Regarding Infraction “Use of inappropriate electronic devices, including cell phones, Ipods, etc.”:Students must not be permitted to use these devices at any time during the school day, unless it serves as a direct educational resource.
- 7. You MAY give a verbal warning (up to 2) 1st Offense: “Conduct Referral” form sent homeConsequences:
- 8. 2nd- 4thOffense: “Detention Notice” sent home (lunch or after-school) plus a parent phone call must be made by the teacher5th Offense: Parent Meeting
- 9. Have another parent meeting,Remove the student from class, orUse the “Student Behavior Referral” form to refer the student to the officeAn administrator will contact the parent and meet with the student to develop a written plan of action to correct the behavior.If misconduct persists you may:
- 10. The administration will keep track of all forms that are submitted.If a student is violating the Expectations Guide in excess, and/or in multiple classrooms, the student will be disciplined at a higher level by the administration.
- 11. Level 2: Any misbehavior whose frequency or seriousness tends to disrupt the learning climate of the school and/or the student’s own education.Infractions: Persistent violations at Level 1
- 12. Not in assigned area
- 13. Cutting teacher detention
- 14. Cutting office detention
- 15. Persistent disrespectful and disruptive behavior
- 16. Insubordination / blatant refusal to follow directions
- 17. Harassment and intimidation
- 19. Leaving school without permission
- 20. Forgery
- 21. Gambling
- 22. Shoving/HorseplayLevel 2 Continued…All infractions must be submitted to the office using the “Student Behavior Referral” form.
- 23. The administration will hand all level 2 consequences.Infractions:ExtortionAssault, fighting, physical abuse in school or on school propertySexual, racial, religious harassment (Informal stage)Theft, trespassingVandalismDangerous behavior, such as throwing objects, shoving, and reckless driving, leaving school with intention to fight, etc.Purposeful, aggressive, grossly obscene / vulgar language, behavior or possession of this materialPossession, sale, use, purchase, sharing drug paraphernaliaPossession of tobacco / tobacco products on school groundsLevel 3: Any misbehavior that may pose a serious threat to the health and safety of others in school or has a lasting effect on the individual.
- 24. All infractions must be submitted to the office using the “Student Behavior Referral” form.The administration will hand all level 3 consequences.Level 3continued…
- 25. Infractions:ArsonBomb threat / false alarmDrug-alcohol possessionWeapon / explosives (including fireworks)Serious vandalismIn any way deliberately endangering the welfare of othersLevel 4: Any misbehavior whose consequences pose an immediate threat to the health and safety of others.
- 26. All infractions must be submitted to the office using the “Student Behavior Referral” form.The administration will hand all level 4 consequences.Level 4 continued…
- 27. How can we make sure this will work?Consistency Communication
- 28. The SIPT Committee will continue to meet throughout the school year.By mid-year, our goal is to have evaluated the guide to ensure it has become what it was intended to be.Any issue that arises during the year related to the Expectations Guide should be brought to the attention of a SIPT teacher representative. Your representatives are:SIPT Committee
- 29. Jeff Cutting Laura Corey Kristy WilsonTHANK YOU AND HAVE A FANTASTIC YEAR!