After the round table discussion we had on Tuesday I began to realize that most of the discipline plans I have read and heard about a more directed to upper elementary. As I mentioned in class i am in a 5th grade, and have witnessed a successful behavioral plan. The class has its own currency called "Hinze bucks" and are able to buy activities or prizes during their Friday Free time. The amount of time they get for the free time is based on how much time the class wasted on the timer. (20mins at the beginning of week) The students keep each other accountable for the time but getting money is based more on individual behavior. I liked how this works because unlike the marble jar mentioned in class, students are responsible for their own money. In the marble jar idea I felt like many arguments and hostility could arise by making everyone suffer from one student.
Since next year I will be working with first graders I want to begin thinking about a plan similar to my current teacher. I believe the money concept might be a little too much for them to comprehend but want to find something similar. I have not spoke to my CT next year but heard through the current intern that her behavioral plan is name on the board then a check for no recess then a call home. I really do not want to ever take away resource unless it is an absolute must. So I am wondering if there is anyone out there that seeing a great behavioral plan in lower elementary that doesn't include taking away recess?
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