Positive ConsequencesMy siblings experienced a similar system when they were in elementary school to keep track of their behaviors. Overall, it was an effective system. Every day a student receives a color grade based on their individual behavior and each color corresponds to a specific exhibited behavior. At the end of the week a prize, treat, or privilege is rewarded to the student depending on how well they behaved for the week. I think that I would incorporate this in with the assignment books so parents can see the behavior reports and that way there is never a surprise at conferences about their child's behavior.
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Negative ConsequencesWhile this chart is designated for secondary students I think it still provides an example of negative consequences. Time outs and loss of recess are not consequences I see myself implementing very regularly with my class. For one, it takes away from the planning time I have and creates the task of me babysitting a disgruntled, restless student. And they don't learn anything. I believe that by intervening in poor behavior early on, we can avoid having to take away valuable free time from students. If there is an instance where a student needs to be kept inside or not allowed to participate in any given activity, it is important to give them a task that keeps them engaged and reminds them that whatever behavior they were displaying is not acceptable.
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