PEBS

1. PEBS PEBS is a school wide behavior plan we will all be using in every setting of the school this year. Let’s learn more about what PEBS means together…

2. WHAT DOES PEBS STAND FOR? Positive Effective Behavior Support

3. What does that mean? The teachers have come up with what is called a matrix that is specific to our school and our students. In this matrix are some guidelines which tell us all what is expected of us in every school setting

4. Why do we have PEBS? So that ALL staff can educate ALL students in ALL settings

5. Setting Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for Environment Respect for Learning All Settings *always try your best *speak, act and dress appropriately *arrive on time 8:20 and 12:50 *come prepared and ready to learn *keep valuables at home *be a good role model *take pride in École Gertrude Parker School *keep hands and feet to yourself *use good manners and appropriate language *respect the “peanut smart” and no scent policies *be considerate and cooperative *respect other’s belongings *help keep all facilities clean and undamaged *reduce/reuse/recycle *respect all property *keep an open mind and always be ready to learn something new *respect all learning materials *appreciate your learning time and settings and those of others *respect displayed work Hallways and Stairwells *walk only *walk to the right *walk single-file, facing forward *hands and feet to yourself *neatly store belongings on coat rack *enter/exit through assigned doors *appreciate the displays of others *only necessary talking in line ups Playground *be responsible for your own actions *stay within school boundaries *follow playground rules *respect personal space *respect ALL staff on duty *appropriate language *respect others’ property *take turns when others are waiting *respect school property *respect natural habitat *make your way to class immediately when bell goes *model good behaviour Here is what the matrix looks like:

6. Setting Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for Environment Respect for Learning Bathrooms (fountains *follow the classroom rules for permission to leave the room *flush toilet *wash hands using soap *follow classroom rules for getting drinks *flush the toilet *respect the privacy of others *stand patiently in line while waiting your turn *only necessary talking in the washrooms/at fountain *flush the toilet *use appropriate amounts of toilet paper/paper towel *put all paper/cardboard rolls in the appropriate place *turn off taps *unlock the doors after use *leave and enter your classroom without interruption *return directly and promptly to your own classroom *respect other classes learning time Library *follow the rules of the library *use appropriate voice in the library *attend to the volunteers *select and sign out books efficiently *use paint sticks appropriately when browsing for books *treat books with respect *complete alternate activities when library books are not returned Gym *follow the rules of the gym *be prepared-wear appropriate gym clothing and sneakers *respect personal space *food and drink in the gym only during designated times *appropriate use of equipment *return equipment to appropriate place when finished *walk when entering and exiting the gym * go directly to assigned space More of the matrix…

7. Setting Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for Environment Respect for Learning Assemblies *sit on your bottom *be an active listener *respect others’ personal space *enter and exit appropriately *show appropriate appreciation *let others listen without interruption *sit in your designated grade section *leave all belongings in your classroom *eyes and ears on the speaker/presenter *use washroom prior to or after assembly only *participate as invited by the speaker Office * take responsibility for your actions * admit mistakes and find solutions *when late, give your name and class to safe arrival *sit on the bench, wait patiently for your turn *use polite manners *speak when necessary in a quiet voice *wait for permission before using office supplies *be careful when using office supplies and return promptly *use phone pass or note to use the phone before school begins, at recess, at lunch or after school  Indoor Recess *eat your snack at your desk before beginning an activity *eat your own snack and dispose of your own waste *use polite manners and be cooperative *respect other people’s activities *respect all people on duty * respect the “peanut smart” policy *clean up the material that you have used *follow classroom routines and rules *stay in the classroom *use an indoor voice *use a computer only when supervised *use appropriate garbage/recycling/composting bins *when the bell rings, clean up immediately and return to your seat Even more of the matrix…

8. Setting Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for Environment Respect for Learning Before and After School Clubs and Programs *go directly to the location after dismissal with all belongings *leave promptly after the program is finished with all belongings *treat all program leaders with respect *be ready to participate *commit to the opportunity *respect other people’s property *leave areas as you found them *help clean up when possible *respect school property *arrive on time * keep an open mind and be ready to learn *actively listen and participate Bus/Field Trips/ Special Events *represent École Gertrude Parker School with pride *make good choices *be open to new experiences *follow safety rules *stay with your group *be courteous attentive and polite *respect your group leader *work collaboratively with your group *respect rules of the location *wait in designated areas *use an appropriate voice *be an active listener and participant *appreciate different learning environments and opportunities The end of the matrix…

9. What is the one thing that PEBS is all about? The entire PEBS matrix is based on respect for: • Ourselves • Others • Our Environment • Learning (Our own and others)

10. Where does PEBS take place? PEBS will be used in every area of our school, from the hallways to the playground, from our classrooms to the office and even when we are on field trips representing Gertrude Parker.

11. How will I know what is expected of me? Over the next few days your classroom teachers, specialist teachers, Mrs. Crews and Mrs. Sears will be teaching you about every part of the matrix so you know exactly how to behave in every area of the school.

12. How will I remember everything on the matrix? A copy of the matrix can be found in the front of your school agenda, in every classroom, throughout the hallways of the school and on our school website.

13. What about Caught Being Good? This year, Caught Being Good is going to be a bigger part of our year and will be a very important part of the PEBS program. Every morning on the announcements there will be names read of students who received Caught Being Good coupons the day before. At the end of each month there will be an assembly to celebrate our successes that month.

14. Getting Started Teachers will be reviewing every part of the matrix with their classes. We will learn the matrix, review the matrix daily and practice how to successfully meet the expectations.

15. Final Thoughts Every student has the ability to experience success. The PEBS program is designed so that success is attainable for all students in all settings.

16. Good Luck to All!!! This will be a learning process for us all. Let’s have a great year learning together and making the 2007-2008 school year at Gertrude Parker the best ever!!