Middlesex Elementary School

P B ositive ehavior I ntervention S upport Plan

2013-14

MES Goal: Teachers will create, utilize and maintain a classroom behavior management plan, which
correlates with the school-wide PBIS plan. Teachers/assistants will work with students, parents, MES
staff and administrators to provide a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
Intervention strategies/consequences will consistently be used with students who engage in
inappropriate behaviors in an effort to help students make better choices. Positive reinforcement will
be used to empower our students to strive to “be the best that they can be.”

Classroom Disciplinary Procedures/Guidelines:

 Teachers will display PBIS rules/procedures and frequently review them.
 A behavior management plan will be written by the teacher at the beginning of the school
year and submitted to the principal for approval. Revised plans may be submitted throughout
the school year. Parents should receive 2 copies of the plan- one to keep at home, and a
signed copy returned to school to file. Parents should be notified of any revisions or changes
to the plan during the year.
 Teachers will be given a copy of the Middlesex Elementary School Discipline Plan, which
outlines the leveled behaviors and suggested consequences for each level of offense.

Helpful Hints/Suggestions:
 Refrain from scolding or disciplining a child in front of students or other adults. Talk with
them in a private setting or walk over to them and whisper your expectations to them.
Remember to model what you expect from them. Use eye contact or hand signals.
 Parent communication is essential in building a relationship that will ensure the success of the
student. Call parents to tell them “good stuff”…not just the “not so good” stuff !! This is good
customer service !!! (DON’T FORGET TO DOCUMENT ALL COMMUNICATION WITH
PARENTS VIA TELEPHONE, E-MAIL OR PERSONAL CONFERENCING.)
 Allow students who are not getting along with each other to talk in a private setting, with the
teacher or assistant serving as the mediator. Give them the floor to air their frustrations to
each other. This strategy is beneficial, because they take ownership and work toward solving
their own problems.
 Always ask them….. “What can you do to make things better OR what could you have done
differently? Tell me 2 things you are going to change, starting today.” You may want to use
the behavior reflection sheet that is included in this packet with older students.
 Most of the time, when students use profanity or disrespectful remarks, it is because they
are accustomed to hearing it in the home. Please refrain from using consequences other
than a verbal warning for the first offense. Talk with them about inappropriate language
and give them a chance to change their vocabulary habits. Role model the proper way to
express feelings. Many times, they do not know that it is unacceptable until we tell them and
show them !!
 If they apologize, then have them tell the other person(s) what they are apologizing for.

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 PLEASE FOLLOW THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES
WHEN HANDLING DISCIPLINARY ISSUES:
For Level 1 behaviors:
 The consequences are to be handled by the classroom teacher.
(See PBIS list –MES Discipline Plan sheet for suggestions)
 Teacher should have a system in place to document the behavioral issues.

For Level 2 behaviors:

 An immediate verbal correction (privately) should be implemented, as
well as a logical consequence (see PBIS list of suggestions), which should
always include a call to the parent.
 In most cases, an administrative referral should not be issued, unless
the parents have been contacted beforehand concerning prior issues.
 Documentation of actions and communication is required by the
classroom teacher.

For Level 3 behaviors:These should be referred to the administrator for corrective action
by doing the following:
 The teacher/assistant should always contact the principal/assistant
principal before the student is brought to the office- DO NOT SEND
STUDENTS TO THE OFFICE WITHOUT NOTIFICATION.
 If a student needs to be removed immediately, then they should be
accompanied to the front office and may wait to see an administrator.
 AN E-MAIL (STATING THE FACTS ABOUT THE INFRACTION) IS
REQUIRED FOR DOCUMENTATION PURPOSES for all ADMIN
referrals
 Parents will be notified of the consequences by telephone or personal
conference and will receive a paper copy of the referral.
 A copy of all referral decisions will be placed in the teacher’s box.

 Remember to refrain from talking about student’s individual issues in any public setting.
All behavioral and/or academic issues are strictly confidential.

 ALWAYS document when you contact a parent and make notes about the conversation.
DO NOT ASK A PARENT TO COME AND PICK UP THEIR CHILD UNLESS APPROVED
BY ADMINISTRATORS.

 Regardless of the circumstances, demonstrate restraint and respect for all students by
disciplining the student in private (away from peers and other adults).

 RELATE THEIR ISSUES TO REAL LIFE SCENARIOS. MAKE EACH MOMENT A

TEACHABLE MOMENT. After all , isn’t that our ultimate goal - “ REAL LIFE”
LEARNING FOR “REAL LIFE” LIVING. Help them understand why we have rules and
how it will help them in their everyday lives.

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 MIDDLESEX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DISCIPLINE: PBIS PROGRAM
LEVELED BEHAVIORS AND SUGGESTED CONSEQUENCES

LEVEL 1 behaviors are minor rule violations that will result in an immediate
verbal correction (privately) by the teacher/assistant with a possible
consequence assigned by the teacher/assistant

EXAMPLES OF LEVEL I BEHAVIORS:

 Running in hallways/walkways
 Unsafe/rough play
 Uncooperative behaviors (issues with students; back-talking staff)
 Negative body language (rolling eyes, verbal gestures, etc…)
 Inappropriate displays of affection
 Use of cell phone or electronic device without prior permission
 Non-compliance/Failure to follow rules/procedures/Not doing homework
 Classroom disruption
 Bullying(name-calling, put-downs, etc….) FIRST OFFENSE-warning
 Disruptive transitions (to/from specials, lunch, playground, dismissal
time, etc…)
 Inappropriate attire
 Spitting
 Littering
 Out of assigned areas
 First offense of using profanity or vulgar language
 Minor bus infractions

LEVEL I CONSEQUENCES: (HANDLED BY TEACHER/ASSISTANT)

STUDENTS WHO ENGAGE IN LEVEL I BEHAVIORS WILL BE ASKED TO IDENTIFY

THE INAPPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR AND DESCRIBE THE APPROPRIATE
REPLACEMENT BEHAVIOR (Teacher asks: What should you have done
differently?) Students may receive a mild consequence designed to discourage
the inappropriate behavior from occurring again in the future. Consequences
for LEVEL 1 behaviors may include, but are not limited to:

Verbal correction/Warning Peer mediation between students

Loss of privilege Reflective P.E./Silent Lunch
Change student’s seating Apology/Conference
Note to parent in agenda Bus Driver Warning letter to parents

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LEVEL 2 behaviors are more serious in nature, resulting in an immediate
verbal correction, a logical consequence and a written behavior report sent
home to the parent/guardian, accompanied by a phone call to the
parent/guardian.

EXAMPLES OF LEVEL 2 BEHAVIORS:

 Repeated Level 1 behaviors
 Cheating
 Verbal abuse / profanity /vulgar language
 Repeated disrespect toward others
 Not remaining with class while on school property
 Damaging student or school property
 Bus Infractions ( has been issued a previous warning)

LEVEL 2 SUGGESTED CONSEQUENCES:

(TO BE HANDLED BY THE TEACHER WITH THE SUPPORT OF OTHER COLLEAGUES)

Students who engage in Level 2 behaviors will be asked to identify the

inappropriate behaviors and describe the appropriate replacement behavior.
Consequences for Level 2 behaviors may include but are not limited to:

 Counselor Referral ( form in Discipline Folder)

 Time Out in another classroom - no more than 30 minutes
 Loss of privileges (revoke extra computer time or other privileged activities)
 Student/Teacher conference with parent/guardian
 Reflective recess- 1 or more days
 Peer mediation ( if conflict is between students)
 Reflective writing ( form in Discipline folder)
 Warning letter and call to parents (after 2nd warning)

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LEVEL 3 behaviors include serious fighting, verbal or physical harassment,
bullying, possession or usage of drugs, and possession of a weapon are in strict
violation of our school board policy and violate the dignity, well-being and safety of
self or another person. These behaviors will not be tolerated and will result in a
serious consequence.

 Repeated offenses of Level 1 or Level 2 behaviors

(parents have been contacted-students received multiple
warnings)
 Verbal abuse to staff/students or repeated usage of profanity
 Fighting/ Aggressive behaviors ( pushing, shoving, kicking, biting
resulting from anger)
 Intimidation/ verbal threats/bullying behaviors
 Chronic disrespect toward adults ( body language or verbal)
 Leaving school property/grounds
 Possession or usage of drugs/alcohol
 Possession of weapons/dangerous objects
 Harassment
 Stealing
 Vandalism or destroying school property
 Repeated bus offenses (after 3rd warning)

Level 3 Consequences (to be handled by school administration)

Students who engage in Level 3 behaviors will be referred to the administrator

( AP) for immediate corrective action. In the event of an emergency wherein a
student in endangering themselves or others, the staff member will call the
front office for administrative assistance. Otherwise, a written
referral/statement (no specific form) will be sent to the administrator via e-
mail documenting the details surrounding the offense. Administrator will
conduct an investigation and issue consequences. The administrator will
complete the NRMPS Disciplinary Referral Form. Copies will be given to
parent/guardian, teacher and one will be forwarded to the Data Center for
recording purposes.

 In-school suspension (partial day or full day based on circumstances)- in

a separate classroom or in the administrative unit
 Parental escort during the school day
 1-10 days suspension ( determined by the severity and frequency of the
offenses)
 Expulsion ( extreme cases of school board violations)
 Suspension until parent conference can be held
 Behavioral Contract/Plan –temporary plan until behavior improves
 Referral for Alternative School Setting
 Law Enforcement assistance
 Behavior Specialist referral
 Peer mediation ( Guidance Counselor or Administrator)

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