New Prospect Elementary uses the Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports program (PBIS). PBIS is a school-wide, proactive approach to discipline that creates and maintains a safe and effective learning environment. The process focuses on improving a school’s ability to teach and support positive behavior for all students. With PBIS, instructional time is more effectively used for teaching, and the overall school environment is calm and conducive to learning.
Teachers and staff help students reach these behavioral expectations with our school-wide PAWS program (Pride, Attitude, Wise Choices, and Safety).
• Pride: I care about my work and my school.
• Attitude: I think positively.
• Wise Choices: I use my words and actions carefully.
• Safety: I protect myself and everything around me.
Using PAWS expectations, teachers and staff model appropriate behaviors and then reward these behaviors in all areas of our building, and throughout the school day. PAWS Points are given by teachers and staff to students who have exhibited positive PAWS behaviors. PAWS Points can be cashed in at the class level (weekly) or school level (last Friday of each month).
Another way our school encourages positive behaviors and community is through our school-wide Houses. All classrooms are a part of either the Earth House, Air House, Fire House, or Water House.
Not only can individuals earn recognition for great behaviors, but classrooms and Houses earn recognition as well. Houses are recognized for positive behavior during our PBIS Pep Rallies…and it’s a LOT of fun!
What Can You Do to Help Your Child Stay on the Path to Positive Behavior?
Teachers and staff help students reach these behavioral expectations with our school-wide PAWS program (Pride, Attitude, Wise Choices, and Safety).
• Pride: I care about my work and my school.
• Attitude: I think positively.
• Wise Choices: I use my words and actions carefully.
• Safety: I protect myself and everything around me.
Using PAWS expectations, teachers and staff model appropriate behaviors and then reward these behaviors in all areas of our building, and throughout the school day. PAWS Points are given by teachers and staff to students who have exhibited positive PAWS behaviors. PAWS Points can be cashed in at the class level (weekly) or school level (last Friday of each month).
Another way our school encourages positive behaviors and community is through our school-wide Houses. All classrooms are a part of either the Earth House, Air House, Fire House, or Water House.
Not only can individuals earn recognition for great behaviors, but classrooms and Houses earn recognition as well. Houses are recognized for positive behavior during our PBIS Pep Rallies…and it’s a LOT of fun!
What Can You Do to Help Your Child Stay on the Path to Positive Behavior?
- Ask your child about his/her day at school every day.
- Make sure your child is ready every day. Ensure a good night’s sleep.
- Provide a quiet time and space for your child to read and/or do homework nightly.
- Keep in touch with your child’s teacher.
- Encourage your child to use appropriate language and tone.
- Practice positive phrases with your child, such as, “Thank you,” “Excuse me,” “Please,” and “I’m sorry.”