Classroom Discipline/Rewards
I believe in using positive reinforcement to promote good behavior. In my classroom I use a “Clip Up” behavior management system. This systems allows students to move up the behavior spectrum throughout the day.
Outstanding- student made a good choice
Great Job- student made a good choice
Good Day- student made a good choice
Ready to Learn- all students begin each day here
Think About It- teacher’s warning and/or redirection; an email to
parents may be needed based on the incident
If students “Clip Up, even once, throughout the day, they are allowed to put a star on their stamp chart. Once they have received 20 stars they are allowed to choose a prize from our prize box.
I also do a whole class reward system. When I see the WHOLE class working together or showing good behavior in some way I reward them with a large paperclip that we hang from our classroom clothesline. When the paperclips touch the floor we have a student-selected party to celebrate their good behavior.
Finally, our specials teachers are always looking to give my students compliments. Once students have spelled out the word, COMPLIMENT, a small token of appreciation is shown.