Tips for Effective Classroom Discipline

Have a Plan Be organized Minimize classroom rules (positive) Have rules clearly displayed Include both positive and negative reinforcement

Communicate Communicate with students – Communicate expectations – Develop a rapport – Develop trust Communicate with parents – Before there are problems – When positive things are occurring – When there are problems

Hierarchy of Discipline Cue student Change environment Issue detention Office referral ***** contact parents at every stage

Discipline Options Teacher Detention Lunch Detention Administrative Detention After School Restriction Inschool Restriction Out of School Suspension Long term options – Long term suspension – Alternate placement at DMMS/ Other – NREP

Important Notes Be Positive Develop Trust Be Consistent Have fun

Additional Sites great resource site School Improvement Research Series (SIRS)(SIRS) Research You Can Use Schoolwide and Classroom Discipline 11 Techniques for Better Classroom Discipline The English Teacher Methods and Practices of Classroom Discipline General Classroom Pledge, Getting Down to Business: Tips for Starting the Day Getting a Headstart: Classroom ChoresClassroom PledgeGetting Down to Business: Tips for Starting the DayGetting a Headstart: Classroom Chores Behavior & Discipline Mrs. Schneider H OW I A CT Discipline System (Example of a plan)