Improving Discipline - Positive Consequences
Students who violate the rules must always receive appropriate consequences. There should also be positive consequences or rewards for students who abide by the rules, even for older students. Below are examples of positive and negative consequences. These suggestions apply to a wide range of ages. Some may be better for one age group than another. The consequences found below are in no particular order of priority.
Positive Consequences:
"Good News" notes sent to parent| | Smile-O-Gram for pupil | | Happy face/rubber stamp/sticker award on a good piece of work | | "Citizen of the Day" award | | Pat on shoulder | | "I'm proud of you!" statement | | Special "free time" allotment | | Stars on chart for daily/weekly award | | "Special Helper of the Day" award | | Healthful food treat--if allowed | | Tokens or chips to be traded | | Time at learning center/computer | | Row, line, or class leader job | | Extra "free-choice" time | | Selection from "Goodie Bag" | | Lunch with the teacher | | Extra media center time | | Assistant to school secretary, librarian, or custodian | | Visit to principal for special acknowledgement | | Tutor or assist other students | | Selector of group activity or project | | Exchange card for extra points | | Free homework pass | | Call to parent(s) with good news | |