PBIS News: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
August 16 - SOAR Expectations
Success through GCA's SOAR Expectations means students are expected to demonstrate safety, staying on task, having an awesome attitude, and demonstrating responsibility in all areas of school life. By following these guidelines, students create a positive environment that supports their learning and the success of others. Consistently meeting these expectations leads to academic and personal growth. Let's SOAR Champions!
Expectations |
Classroom |
On Camera |
Academic Integrity |
Asynchronous Class Time |
Testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Safe |
Use teacher-approved tools & websites. Protect private information. Have a learning coach close by. |
Use camera appropriately. Follow the GCA Dress Code. |
Only use teacher -approved tools & websites. | Only use teacher-approved websites. | Use school/testing approved learning device and resources. |
On Task |
Follow teacher directions and remain in class until dismissed. | Find a quiet, distraction-free workspace. |
Complete assignments on your own with the reference materials provided by your teacher. Complete assignments using your own words. |
Stay on the assigned task. Email teachers with questions. |
Close other tabs & browsers. |
Awesome Attitude |
Use kind words and respect others' culture, opinions, and views. | Use kind facial expressions and gestures. |
Acknowledge the source of material used on an assignment (citing sources). Follow assignment instructions. |
Take you time & do your best on assignments. Use greeting & signature in all emails. Respond to teacher emails. |
Put forth your best effort. Take your time. Complete assessments independently. |
Responsible |
Join class on time and use camera, whiteboard, tools, chat & polling tools appropriately. | Stay on camera for the duration of the class. |
Follow the GCA Code of Conduct. Turn in all assignments on time. |
Turn in all assignments on time. | Answer all test questions without outside help (LC, internet,etc.). |
August 9 - SOAR with PBIS
PBIS for Learning Coaches
What is PBIS?
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support
- Recognizes student behaviors identified as those leading to student success.
- Fosters a positive learning environment for all students and staff.
- Acknowledging students for positive behaviors.
GCA CHAMPIONS SOAR
S- Safe
O - On Task
A- Awesome Attitude
R- Responsible
WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILD SOAR WITH POSITIVE BEHAVIOR
- Review SOAR expectations with your student.
- Make sure your child is in attendance and ready for class everyday.
- Encourage your child to be on camera and an active participant in class.
- Use weekly to do lists to make sure assignments are completed by the due date.
- Decrease distractions so that your child is able to SOAR during class instruction.
GCA's ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SYSTEM
- PBIS Rewards is an engaging program used to acknowledge GCA students for their SOARing behavior.
- Teachers give students points for their positive behaviors. In return, students are able to purchase classroom store items.
- Be sure to download the PBIS Rewards Family App on your mobile device.
