Success Plans
When would you initiate a Success Plan for a student?
When a student consistently struggles with behavior or academic performance despite previous interventions.
When should a Safety Plan be put in place?
When a student has demonstrated unsafe behavior, such as self harm, aggression or threats, and requires a structured response to keep themselves and other safe.
How is a 504 Plan different from an IEP (Individualized Education Plan)?
A 504 Plan provides accommodations, while an IEP provides specialized instruction and services.
BONUS: 504s are under the Office of Civil Rights
What role does data collection play in behavior management?
It helps track incidents and progress to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
A student frequently disrupts class and is disorganized with spotty attendance. What type of plan might address this issue?
A Success Plan to establish goals around self-regulation and appropriate behavior in class.
This may then include ongoing interventions with the SEA and documented in MTSS.
Name two key components that can be included in a Success Plan.
Clear goals and specific interventions or supports.
Who should be involved in developing a Safety Plan?
The student, family, school counselor /SEA, assistant principal, and sometimes external professionals (e.g., community partners).
Who determines whether a student is eligible for a 504 Plan?
A team including the 504 coordinator/school counselor, teachers, the family, and administrator after evaluating the evidence of the student’s barrier(s) to major life functions.
How can restorative practices be used to address student behavior?
By involving the student in repairing harm done and focusing on accountability and relationship building.
A student has made threats against others. What type of plan should be put in place?
A Safety Plan to ensure the student and others are protected while addressing the behavior.
After the "Threat to Others" screener is applied.
How can collaboration with community partners be used in a Success Plan?
Community partners provide support in physical needs, emotional and behavioral health and be included in the student’s progress.
How often should a Safety Plan be reviewed?
Regularly, especially after any incidents, and at least once per quarter to ensure its effectiveness. Definitely prior to a CBST meeting.
Give one example of an accommodation that may be included in a 504 Plan.
Extra time on tests, preferential seating, or modified expectations for proficiency.
Name a proactive strategy that can reduce the likelihood of student behavior issues school-wide.
Tier 1 Social-emotional learning for all students. And teaching behavior expectations consistently throughout the year.
A student with depression and self-injurious behaviors and often self-medicates has difficulty attending class regularly. What plan can help?
A 504 Plan with accommodations like extra time, trusted adult, on-site counseling arrangements or assignment modifications.
Parents and student will also need to understand they may go into a 5th year of high school.
How should a Success Plan be communicated to the student and their family?
It should be discussed in a meeting with the student, family, and key school personnel to ensure understanding and commitment to the plan.
Name one strategy commonly included in a Safety Plan to prevent unsafe behavior.
Clear guidelines for safe spaces or time-outs when the student feels overwhelmed. Trusted adult check in. Follow up with parent on community agency referrals.
How should you respond if a parent requests a 504 Plan but the student doesn't meet the eligibility criteria?
Explain the eligibility requirements and offer alternative supports such as a Success Plan.
What is the importance of consistent discipline and behavior management through clear expectations and appropriate consequences?
A safe and positive school culture and climate!!!
A student has begun acting out after a significant traumatic family event. How should the school respond?
Engage the student in a Success Plan, working with the counselor and family to provide emotional support and monitor behavior.
A student is caught vaping on school grounds. How can a Success Plan be used in this situation?
A Success Plan can include counseling support, education on the risks of vaping, and a goal to refrain from using substances while at school and make referrals to outside agencies.
How can a Safety Plan address a student found bringing alcohol to school?
The Safety Plan would include close monitoring of the student's actions, establishing boundaries, and ensuring the student does not bring prohibited substances to school. It may also involve referrals to external resources for substance abuse counseling (Teen Intervene meetings).
Can a 504 Plan include interventions for a student who has been caught smoking or using substances?
Yes, if the student’s substance use is related to an underlying disability, a 504 Plan can include accommodations such as access to counseling or behavioral interventions.
How should an assistant principal handle repeated instances of vaping on school grounds by the same student?
The assistant principal should consider adding to the Success Plan, increase counseling, and possibly escalating disciplinary actions.
A parent reports that their child, a student with diagnosed ADHD and a 504 Plan, has started vaping outside of school. How should the school support this student?
Meet with the student, family, and staff to discuss adding substance abuse prevention (Teen Intervene) to the student’s 504 Plan. Consider providing additional counseling support and monitoring behavior to address underlying stressors.