Developing a Code of Behaviour Tuesday 22 nd of June 2010
Principles Underpinning C.O.B. Ensure: A climate that encourages and reinforces good behaviour. A positive and safe environment for teaching and learning. Positive relationships of mutual respect and support among students, staff and parents. That behavioural expectations are known and understood. (NEWB p.22/23)
Balancing Needs Whole school Legal requirements Individual
Consultation Staff Students Parents Board of Management
Level 1 - Whole School Whole school proactive, preventative strategies to promote positive behaviour Level 2 – S tudents identified as at- risk of academic or social challenges due to behavioural issues Level 3 - Students with intensive/chronic behaviour challenges based on comprehensive evaluation and/or formal assessments 80-85% of Students 5-15% 1-5% Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Elements of NEWB Guidelines Vision Mission Statement Standards of student behaviour expected Positive Re-enforcement Responding to inappropriate behaviour Communication Implementation & Monitoring
Legislation Education Act 1998 Education (Welfare) Act 2000 Equal Status Act 2000 Epsen Act 2004
Topics to be discussed 1. Is the code user-friendly? 2. Can the code be implemented with consistency? 3. Does the code offer student support? 4. Are the rules clear and fair? 5. Are the sanctions / rewards clear and fair? 6. Any suggestions/alternatives before it is presented to parents/students/BOM/VEC.
Next Step ? Policy on Suspension Policy on Expulsion
Contact Details Dr Brendan Lydon Assistant National Co-ordinator Tel: (087)