The impossible is often the untried. – John Goodwin

With Oppositional Students When working with an oppositionally defiant student, it’s critical that the adult remains patient and focuses on replacement behaviors that are acceptable options to both teacher and student. Responding to a challenging student requires a strong locus of control, forethought and planning. De-escalating a confrontation can be accomplished by using a number… Read more »

For all those times you stood by me For all the truth that you made me see For all the joy you brought to my life For all the wrong that you made right For every dream you made come true For all the love I found in you Ill be forever thankful baby You… Read more »

Gene Bedley Students who have a tendency or need to move more than others can be taught to replace inappropriate movement that distracts others with non-distracting movement that is acceptable to the teacher. You Can: 1. Replace traditional chairs with “Beach Ball” chairs. Many younger children learn better when bouncing. Make sure you take a… Read more »

Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the ark. Professionals built the Titanic. – Author Unknown

“He who labors diligently need never despair; for all things are accomplished by diligence and labor.” – Menander

Cedar Park Elementary School The Cedar Park Elementary School has included their core values in their Behavior Code. 1. Play Safely Physical roughness is not allowed. Follow bicycle rules. 2. Be Respectful *for self *for others *for your environment 3.Be a Friend Share. Talk things out. Treat everyone as you wish to be treated. 4…. Read more »

An effective technique for decreasing discipline problems is to devote more time in role playing procedures. In such a training, a teacher demonstrates step by step how to follow their instructions prior to the time they actually are expected to follow directions. Preparing clear steps and reminders to students for classroom procedures enables them to… Read more »

I use 2 monkeys in my classroom as a target behavior or used to symbolize the differences of appropriate and inappropriate behaviors. Responsible Monkey is a monkey who represents appropriate behavior. He sits at his own desk, is ready to learn, and loves to enjoy the company of the children who are following directions. However,… Read more »

There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, learning from failure. – Colin Powell