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Describe one or two discipline policies in place in your classroom or at your school that adhere to the model discussed in this lesson. Have they been effective?
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One such rule, unfortunately broken from time-to-time, would be plagiarism. Such an infraction carries a hefty penalty. While the assignment, project, or assessment is graded a zero. The parent is notified, and a detention, or suspension (multiple offense) is then served. The student is informed that stealing is not to be tolerated and out of bounds for the Believer.
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I try to discipline through positive encouragement as much as possible. Teenagers are easily embarrassed, and treating them with dignity and respect goes a long way. When there are more serious discipline issues to address, I try to handle that privately and begin by asking what’s up. Giving students a chance to talk first often eases the tension and provides information that is important for deciding on next steps.
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Students at my school are often allowed to try again – missing homework means missing recess to complete the homework you have not finished. Managing it and holding students accountable can be a challenge, but students are able to see the connection within their free time. Students are often verbally corrected and given the chance to try again. In some cases, I see myself extending grace and patience to students who know better and are testing the limit, yet as learners, they need to be reminded of the standard and given the opportunity to try again to reach the goal.
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We have a social contract for each course that they come up with themselves. If they violate their contract their are consequences. We usually pray with them as well for when they are really struggling.
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If a student breaks a rule, they will copy a Bible verse that is related to our rule. Students earn rewards for positive behaviors.
