4100 Millbranch Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116 Robert R. Church Elementary School-wide PBIS Plan (Discipline Plan) 2014-2015 4100 Millbranch Road Memphis, Tennessee 38116

Guiding Principles A commitment to continuous school improvement is imperative in order to empower our students to become confident, self-motivated, and lifelong learners. Our school must promote opportunities for all stakeholders to work together as a community of learners. A safe and physically comfortable environment enhances student learning. Students should demonstrate essential knowledge and skills, actively solve problems, and produce quality work. Curriculum and instructional practices should vary to accommodate the different learning styles of students. Assessment of student learning should provide a variety of opportunities to demonstrate their achievement. Each individual is valuable with unique physical, social, emotional, and actual needs.

Vision We are builders of the future, promoting academic excellence, high expectations, and innovation. All Trailblazers will be prepared for college and career.

Mission The mission of Robert R. Church Elementary School is to provide a high quality education for all students through effective teaching and a meaningful curriculum. Our school will create a warm, nurturing learning environment where all children will reach their maximum potential, intellectually, socially, and psychologically. Our students will be equipped with the skills necessary to become productive citizens in a technology and information driven society.

Philosophy Statement Robert R. Church Elementary School believes that education should employ certain methods and techniques suited to develop the whole child to the extent that he or she can realize the value of learning.

Goals or Objectives To decrease the number of fights by 5% To decrease the number of office referrals by 5% Increase student attendance to 95%

SCS School-wide PBIS (Discipline) Team Worksheet 2014-2015 Name of School: Robert R. Church Elem. PBIS Team is representative of the school faculty and includes an administrator. Fill in the names of team members and designate counselor who will serve as Team Leader (TL) / Internal Coach *Indicates members mandated by MEA contract; others may be invited as needed Principal* Elizabeth Stewart Assistant Principal(s): Christye Lowe Professional School Counselor* Tamara Turner (TL)/Internal Coach School Psychologist General Education Teacher(s) : Yolanda Brown (Librarian) Rachel Harbin (PE) MEA Representative* Nikkie Parker-Dunnewold Elected Teachers (2)* Kimberly Hooper; Loretta Lyons Special Education Teacher(s)* Whitney McCraney; Joseph Edwards Related Arts Teacher(s): Students Educational Assistant(s)/ Non-Certified Staff Community Member Parents (2)* ISS Assistant (recommended) N/A Cafeteria/Custodial Staff Bus Driver External PBIS Coach

Robert R. Church Elementary Meeting Dates 2014-2015 20 Day Reporting Period Approximate Dates of Reporting Periods All data for period entered into system (A) SW PBIS Team meeting dates (B) Faculty meeting dates to report interpretation of 20 day data (C) 1 8/4/14-8/29/14 09/05/14 2 9/2/14-09/30/14 10/02/14 3 10/1/14-11/4/14 11/12/14 4 11/5/14-12/8/14 12/10/14 5 12/09/14-1/21/15 1/28/15 6 1/22/15- 2/19/15 2/25/15 7 2/20/15-3/26/15 04/01/15 8 3/27/15-4/24/15 04/22/15 9 4/27/15-5/22/15 5/20/15 Revised 7/12

Robert R. Church Elementary Data Team Members Data should be entered promptly to enable review of accurate data. Deadline for data entry is the Friday following the end of the reporting period. Principal should identify person responsible for entering behavior data. Name and title of data entry designee: Ms. Valencia Jackson (B) Committee should meet within one week of final data entry for reporting period. Enter projected meeting dates in this column. Identify team member responsible for data summary to report to SW PBIS Team. Name and title: Tamara Turner, Professional School Counselor (TL) Determine how you wish to examine your data: by location, by student, by infraction, by time of day, number of referrals per day per reporting period. Also consider office referral procedures and data integrity. (C) Faculty meeting to discuss behavior should be held within a week of the SW PBIS Team’s Meeting. Enter projected dates in this column. Identify persons responsible for sharing data trends for previous reporting period with the faculty. Name and title: PBIS Committee Members Team may wish to lead faculty in brainstorming intervention strategies based on data. Share successes and areas of continued efforts.

Monitoring Process The School-wide PBIS committee will determine progress towards our goals by monitoring the 20-day reporting periods for office referrals, suspensions, and attendance. The committee will meet once a month as a team. After reviewing the data, changes will be made if needed.

Celebration Announcements School Sock Hops throughout the year Fun Fridays Faculty/parent meetings Additional School-wide incentives such as Fall Festival Blazer Bucks Incentive Store- students with Principal’s List, Honor Roll, Citizenship, perfect attendance, and those “Caught being Good”, will have the opportunity to earn Blazer Bucks. Bucks can be saved or spent in the incentive store. (will open for the first time during the 2nd quarter.)

Robert R. Church Elementary School-wide Rules Respect Self Respect Others Respect Property

Robert R. Church Elementary School-wide Rules & Behavioral Expectation Matrix Classroom Cafeteria Hallway Restroom Bus Respect Self Students will pay attention and follow the class routine Students will walk in a single file line to retrieve their lunch; without talking Students will walk to the right side of the hallway in a single file line; and honor all quiet zones Students will properly use the restroom without horse-playing Students will sit in their assigned seat on the bus and follow all bus rules and procedures Respect Others Students will respect others personal space by facing forward and following all adult directions. Students will use kind words and actions towards peers and adults Students will follow the rules of the cafeteria monitors and face forward with hands and feet under the table Students’ hands are free of objects and to their sides Students will go into their own bathroom stall and come out immediately Students will keep their hands, feet, and objects to themselves on the bus Respect Property Students will use things that only belong to them Students will eat their own food on their tray without touching other student’s trays Students will walk in the hallways with their hands to their sides Students will properly use the restroom and exit without horse-playing

Staff & Office Managed Behavior Chart Minor Problem Behavior (Staff) Definition Minor Examples Major Problem Behavior (Office) Definitions Major Examples Inappropriate Language Any spoken, written, or non-verbal communication that insults, mocks, belittles, or slanders another person. Comments (profanity) and gestures that are not directed at an individual, harmless rumors. “All your family is dumb,” “This sucks,” “Crap,” “Butthead”, “Stupid”, “What the!” Abusive Language/ Inappropriate Language/ Profanity Verbal messages that include profanity, name calling or use of words in an inappropriate way. Profanity directed at an individual, hostile threats either written, spoken, or non-verbal Physical Contact/Physical Aggression Student engages in non-serious, but inappropriate physical contact. Silly horseplay, playful grabbing, pinching, non-aggressive punching or slapping, chasing, shoving, inadvertent physical contact, stepping on feet Fighting/ Physical Aggression Actions involving aggressive and/or serious physical contact where injury may occur (e.g., hitting, punching, hitting with an object, kicking, hair pulling, scratching, etc.). Hitting, punching, kicking, hair pulling, scratching, choking, biting, inappropriate student to student sexual contact, or any aggressive acts committed with the intent to bully Defiance/ Disrespect/ Insubordination/ Non-Compliance Student engages in brief or low-intensity failure to respond to adult requests. Talking back, not following directions, sleeping, refusal to complete assignments, ignoring request of adult Refusal to follow directions, talking back and/or socially rude interactions. Refusal to comply with established rules, leaving class without permission, overtly verbally defiant/argumentative

Is Behavior Staff Managed? Robert R. Church Elementary Flow Chart for Dealing with Problem Behaviors Observe Problem Behavior Is Behavior Staff Managed? YES NO Verbal Warning/Redirect Ensure safety Classroom Managed Counselor Managed Office Managed *Preparedness * Calling Out * Checking * Body Language * Making Noises * Cheating * Refusal to follow reasonable requests * Put Downs * Refusing to Complete Work * Inappropriate Tone/Attitude * Electronic Devices * Food/Drinks /Candy in room * Bullying * Stealing * Poor Attendance * Low Self-Esteem * At risk Academically * Poor Hygiene * Chronic Minor Infractions * Verbal Conflicts Poor Study Skills * Physical Fighting * Threats *Intimidation/Harassment of other student(s) and/or Teacher(s)/Staff * Vandalism * Possession of Alcohol * Possession of Drugs *Possession of a Weapon *Inappropriate Touching/Sexual Harassment Electronic Devices *Any other Mandatory Reporting Offenses; Category A, B, C & most of Category D Offenses One-on-One Conference with student (s) Escort student to office Implement more intervention(s) Ex. Time out in another setting Change seating arrangement, etc. Administrator Determines consequence Parent Communication/Conference (documented written and verbal) Necessary documentation will be filed YES NO Behavior Continues? File necessary Documentation Send Referral to Counselor

Teach the Rules, Expectations and Procedures Robert R. Church Elementary School-wide rules, expectations, and procedures are communicated and taught through various means: Teacher modeling Role playing Student/Parent Handbooks Parent meetings/conferences Back-to-School/PBIS Kick-off The classroom and school-wide rules are the same. They are displayed in every classroom and area throughout the building. A lesson plan has been developed and will be used during the beginning (August), middle (January) and end (May) of the current school year. The school-wide rules, expectations, and procedures will be reviewed throughout the year as needed. Students will be monitored for compliance of school rules and expectations and will be rewarded accordingly.

Lesson Plan for Teaching the School-wide Rules Goals: (1) To accelerate the academic performance of all students (2) To maintain a positive, safe, and respectful environment for all students Objectives: (1) Students will understand and follow school rules in order to build a school atmosphere that promotes citizenship and achievement (2) Students will be able to recite the school-wide rules. Activities: 1. The teacher will introduce the school rules by asking the following guided questions: Who can give me examples of rules that we need to follow? Why do you think we need to follow these rules? Do you think we need rules at school? 2. The school-wide rules will be introduced and taught to all students. Teachers will teach what each rule should look like in each setting (refer to Behavior Matrix). Teachers will emphasize to students that the school-wide rules are the same in every setting throughout the school. All students will be made aware of where the school rules are located in the classroom as well as throughout the entire school building. 3. Upon completion of teaching the school rules, students will demonstrate their knowledge of the school rules by modeling what each of the school rules look like in various settings and by having classroom discussions about the importance of the school rules. Classroom discussions may be done orally or written. Closure: 1. Close with the following question: If there were no rules here at school what would happen? 2. Review the school-wide rules again with your students and their importance. Randomly ask students to name a school-wide rule.

Annual Back-to-School/PBIS Kick-off During the first two weeks of school, teachers should begin discussing the code of conduct, school rules and behavior expectations of all students. School-wide rules are posted throughout the building. The SCS Code of Conduct and school rules was also discussed with parents during a Back to School event on August 2nd, and will be discussed again during Open House and Title I parent meeting on October 2, 2014. Faculty, staff, and students celebrated the beginning of the school with a back-to-school/ PBIS Kick-off, which was held on September 5, 2014. The code of conduct was reinforced, students modeled what our school uniforms should look like, and students modeled what behavior should look like throughout the building in various locations (breakfast, lunch, etc.). Procedures for arrival, dismissal, assemblies, etc., were also taught.

School Procedures Students may enter the building through the doors by the playground at 9:000a.m. All students should report to their classroom for Breakfast in the Classroom. Breakfast for all students end at 9:30a.m. Students entering the building after 9:30 a.m. are considered tardy and must report to the main office. When passing to and from all classes/support, students must walk to the right side of the hallway without talking. The hallways are designated as quiet zones. The total lunch time has been set for 30 minutes, which allows 5-10 minutes of serving/seating time and 20-25 minutes of eating time. Students are to walk directly to the cafeteria line and wait to be served. Students will sit at tables assigned to their class. All food and trays should be placed in the appropriate areas. Programs will usually start at 2:00 p.m. for all grades. Please have students seated before the start of the program and ensure that they maintain satisfactory behavior. Based upon scheduling, some programs may be scheduled in the (a.m.) or (p.m.) of the school day. However, you will be notified in advance. Each teacher should handle all routine classroom discipline problems in the room and follow-up with parent correspondence when necessary. Any severe discipline problem should be brought to the attention of the principal immediately. All students should begin preparing for dismissal at 3:45p.m. Bus riders will be dismissed at 4:00p.m., walkers at 4:05 p.m., and all car riders thereafter. All staff must report to their assigned duty posts at 4:00p.m.

Classroom Procedures Morning (A.M.) Students report to their classrooms at 9:00 a.m. for breakfast. Put up backpacks and coats. Turn in all homework/student planners to its designated place. Give all notes and money to teachers. All students should be prepared and seated in designated area for the morning meeting. Morning restroom break Afternoon (P.M.)/After Lunch Restroom Break End of Day/3:45 p.m. Prepare to go home Retrieve backpacks and other belongings from locker Return to seat and wait to be dismissed at 3:55 p.m.

School-wide Incentives To promote positive behavior and attendance, the following incentives are used at Robert R. Church: Honors Program Dances Fun Fridays Theme Days Blazer Bucks Incentive Store

Teacher Incentives “Who’s in the Spotlight”- spotlights a teacher every month for their service to students. Each teacher is given an hour for lunch when they are spotlighted.

Resources for Incentives AGAPE Children & Family Services Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Communication with Parents & Community A Back to School event was held for parents and students on August 2, 2014. Information about the SCS Code of Conduct and behavioral expectations were discussed. Backpacks and school supplies were given away. Our annual Title I parent meeting and Open House will be held on October 2, 2014. Conferences with community adoptors will be held at various times during the 1st and 2nd Semesters. An updated copy of the PBIS Plan will be placed on the school’s website once it is completed.

Character Education Robert R. Church Elementary School supports character education. A list of weekly character traits is given to faculty and staff by the school counselor. Each morning students from various classrooms (KK-5th) introduce our character trait of the week. A schedule of weekly classroom assignments was also given to all staff. Students displaying the character trait of the week appropriately, are recognized during the morning announcements on Fridays. Revised 7/10

ATOD Prevention Alcohol and drug prevention is covered in our Physical Education classes. These lessons are taught by our Physical Education teacher to all KK-5th grade students. Lessons are also emphasized in November/December during Healthy Choices Week.

Bullying Prevention Training with faculty regarding prevention of bullying; including defining bullying/intimidation, recognizing early stages of bullying, strategies for addressing bullying, and SCS bullying/intimidation policy will be conducted by the school counselor on September 30, 2014. Bullying Training/Harassment training for students will be conducted by the school counselor and will begin during the 1st quarter and extend into the 2nd quarter of the school year. All grades, KK-5th, will be included in these lessons. Bullying training will address the definition of bullying, bullying behaviors, feelings about bullying, students’ rights to a safe/bully-free environment, bullying prevention tips or how they can contribute to a safe/bully-free environment. Sessions will be taught using various classroom guidance lessons as well as activities used in the “No-Bullying” curriculum adopted by Memphis City Schools. The Memphis Police Department will also discuss bullying with our 4th and 5th grade classes on October 22nd and 23rd, 2014 Refresher lessons will be provided as needed

Violence Prevention Programs Robert R. Church Elementary School will use the following programs to address comprehensive violence prevention. Individual/Group Counseling (used with selected students to teach anger management, conflict resolution, and social skills. Group counseling members meet once a week for a 6-8 week period. Sessions are led by the school social worker and/or school counselor. Classroom Guidance (used by the school counselor with KK-5th grade students. Topics may include; bullying, conflict resolution, decision making, etc. Students will be seen once a month depending upon scheduling). Character Education (weekly character traits provided to teacher and staff to emphasize to all students. Each class will be assigned a day to introduce the character trait of the week during morning announcements. Students caught displaying the character traits appropriately, will be spotlighted on Fridays during announcements. No Bullying (various lessons used by the school counselor to teach bullying awareness/prevention). SCS Gang Awareness and Prevention Department The Memphis Police Department

Intervention Strategies Students who have been referred to the office 2-5 times, may be referred for the following services: Group Counseling conducted by the school counselor and/or school social worker (group topics are dependent upon the common behavior(s) shared by more than one student). Topics may include, but are not limited to ; self-esteem, getting along with others, anger management, conflict resolution, decision-making, etc. Individual Counseling conducted by school counselor and/or school social worker for those students who may need more individual attention than can be provided in a small group. Behavior Intervention Plans/Functional Behavior Assessments/Behavior Contracts to address specific problem behaviors

Secondary Intervention (Tier 2) Evaluation The following tools will be used to evaluate and determine progress of secondary interventions: Teacher Behavior Logs Parent Communication Logs Progress Reports Disciplinary Referrals Monitoring/Assessment of Behavior Intervention Plans/Functional Behavior Assessments

Tertiary Interventions (Tier 3) Tier 3 students are identified by teacher/principal referral, analysis of data in SMS Power School. For continuous or severe behavior problems, students are referred to the Student Review Team (SRT)/Student Support Team (S-Team). Parents/guardians, teacher, principal, school counselor, school psychologist, and school social worker are present in the meeting. A Functional Behavior Assessment/Tier 3 Behavior Plan is developed for the student. The team may also determine if further psycho-educational testing is needed. Success of interventions is monitored by keeping track of teacher logs, progress reports, number of disciplinary referrals, suspensions, etc. FBA’s and Behavior Intervention Plans are monitored periodically to determine if the plan is working. If the plan is not working, the SRT will meet again to make necessary changes or make further recommendations. Currently there are 0 expulsions.