Aspire Expectations
True or false: Behavior slips indicate which expectation point(s) a student has lost.
True!
When considering a consequence, what is the first thing you should do?
Stop and think first
True or false: It’s a good idea to take away all of a kid’s free choice the first time they make a mistake. That's how they'll learn.
False! They've lost it all. They'll be the most. Start in smaller increments.
Give an example of a way a student might use their lost free choice time productively.
Write a reflection
True or False: Let your kids sit anywhere. This is a democracy.
False. Assigned seats are required.
When should you fill out your expectation chart?
A child says they hate you and hate Aspire. Should you cry about this? What is the correct response?
No; they're just little kids having a big feelings moment. The appropriate response to this situation may vary depending on context. Stop, consider the situation, and determine a consequence, or whether a consequence is even necessary and act accordingly.
Why is it important to incorporate parents into behavior contract meetings?
They can implement rewards and consequences at home as well to make it consistent and more impactful
List two nonverbal ways to manage student behaviors.
Sit next to them, give them a gentle tap on the shoulder, literally just look at them, etc.
Name three types of anchor charts you should have in your classroom.
What is the purpose of filling out the expectation chart?
To keep track students' social emotional growth, to be able to use as a positive behavior management strategy (e.g. students with a certain number of expectation points earn tech tickets in the summer), etc.
What should you avoid asking students when they are misbehaving?
"Why?" or any variation of "why are you doing that?" They will not have a good answer. It's unnecessary.
Why is it important to always execute the consequences you give to students?
If you fall into the habit of forgetting to give out consequences, the students will not take it seriously and will assume that they can get away with things.
What is an example of positive reinforcement?
Why is it important to write the schedule on the board every day?
Students feel safe with consistency and knowing what is coming next. It also helps the teacher ensure they cover all parts of program.
Where can you and the students find the expectation chart?
There should be one on a wall in every classroom!
How can we change the instruction "clean up the classroom" for students to actually follow it?
Make it more concrete. Example: "Jacob, please pick up all the pencils on the floor," "Sarah, please put all the books in the library," etc.
Name three positive consequences from the ladder.
1. "Good job!"
2. Two stickers
3. Small reward from treasure chest
4. Positive phone call home
Name two tools you can use for student behavior management.
Behavior slips, consequence ladder, expectation chart, stickers, etc.
Name two things you must do during program prep to set yourself up for a successful program time.
Go over the day's lesson plans, tidy up spaces, organize library, skim through read aloud books and pick out vocab words or think about comprehension questions, etc. There is always something to do!
What are the five Aspire expectations?
Be Respectful, Follow Directions, Try Your Best, Be Responsible and Safe, Have Fun and Be Positive
What are the five major steps discussed in the PowerPoint when it comes to managing reactions and expectations?
1. Stop and think first
2. Be positive and clear
3. Be fair
4. Circle back
5. Acknowledge success
Name three of the negative consequences on the consequence ladder. Bonus points if you can name them all.
1. Verbal warning
2. Cool down space/silent reflection
3. Written reflection/apology during free choice
4. Phone call home
5. Dismissal
How should you deal with power struggles?
Name two tools you can use to organize your classroom effectively.
Color coded caddies, phone hotel, a bookshelf that's organized by genre, student chore chart, etc.