Jersey Shore Area Elementary School first implemented its School-Wide Positive Behavioral Support Plan in the 2009-2010 school year. Since then, our school has enjoyed a great deal of success with its BARK program. Research has indicated that positive behavioral support plans effectively reduce the number of office referrals, as well as referrals for special education, while creating a more positive school climate. The plan includes 4 major components, which are:
- 3-5 broad school rules
- Explicit instruction for appropriate behavior in all school settings
- A school-wide positive reinforcement plan for all students and staff
- A systematic procedure for handling chronic behavior difficulties
The reinforcement plan will encourage and reward positive behaviors on a frequent basis. There will be prizes drawn for students periodically, as well as some special surprises.
Please support our efforts by reviewing and reinforcing the following rules with your child:
BE RESPECTFUL
- Classroom
- Appropriate Voice and Language
- Listen Politely
- Be Tolerant
- Raise Your Hand/Wait Your Turn
- Hallway/Common Areas
- Move Slowly
- Be Silent
- Respect Hallway Decorations
- Cafeteria
- Appropriate Voice and Language
- Wait Properly in Line
- Use Good Table Manners
- Bathrooms
- Appropriate Voice and Language
- Respect Privacy
- Wait Your Turn
- Playground
- Share Equipment
- Take Turns
- Include Everyone
- Appropriate Language
- Bus/Field Trip
- Appropriate Voice and Language
ACT RESPONSIBLY
- Classroom
- Follow Directions the First Time
- Accept Consequences
- Be Prepared
- Hallway/Common Areas
- Follow Directions the First Time
- Stand and Wait Patiently
- Cafeteria
- Follow Directions the First Time
- Have Your Debit Card
- Clean Your Area
- Collect Utensils While in Line
- Bathrooms
- Always Flush Once
- Wash Hands
- Stay in Correct Bathroom Zone
- Be Courteous at the Water Fountain
- Playground
- Follow Rules (games, equipment)
- Line Up Quickly and Quietly
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Bus/Field Trip
- Listen to Bus Driver
- Arrive Promptly
- Wait in Line Quietly
REMEMBER SAFETY
- Classroom
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Use Materials Appropriately
- Sit Correctly in Your Seat
- Hallway/Common Areas
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Walk Single File/On the Line
- Face Forward
- Cafeteria
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Walk Slowly
- Wait Patiently in Line
- Stay Seated
- Bathrooms
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Use for Intended Purpose
- Keep Area Clean
- Keep Lights On
- Report Any Safety Concerns
- Playground
- Use Equipment Properly
- Stay in Assigned Area
- Walk To and From the Playground
- Bus/Field Trip
- Keep Hands, Feet, and Items to Self
- Keep Aisle Clear
- Remain in Your Seat
KEEP ON LEARNING
- Classroom
- Give Your Best EffortFocus
- Actively Participate
- Complete Homework
- Hallway/Common Areas
- Make Smooth Transitions
- Observe Hallway Displays
- Cafeteria
- Make Healthy Choices
- Bathrooms
- Promptly Return to Classroom or Designated Area
- Playground
- Show Good Sportsmanship
- Bus/Field Trip
- Prepare for Dismissal and Listen Carefully for Announcements