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Embedding PBS Values in Your School’s Organisational Framework. Illawarra and South East Region Positive Behaviour for Success. AGENDA. PBS regional update Embedding values in the school environment Network meeting ideas Question & Answer. Values/Rules Revision. 3-5
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Embedding PBS Values in Your School’s Organisational Framework Illawarra and South East Region Positive Behaviour for Success
AGENDA PBS regional update Embedding values in the school environment Network meeting ideas Question & Answer
Values/Rules Revision • 3-5 • Positively stated • General, over-arching • Are the conceptual framework for school wide behaviour expectations • Describes the ethos of your school community • Easily remembered and understood by students, staff and parents
PBS Mission Statement - Revision • First step in student behaviour policy review • Statement of the school and PBS team’s intent • Provide an inspirational goal for school wide implementation
Statement of Purpose Make a list of ideas you would like to see in your statement; Example: • We have to make a commitment • We must work together • The school needs to be safe • Everyone needs to know how it all works • The result must assist student learning • There must be an atmosphere of trust and co-operation From “7 Steps for Developing a Proactive School-wide Discipline Plan”Geoff Colvin
Statement of Purpose Use the points to generate a purpose statement in narrative style; We the staff and students at abc school, commit ourselves to working together to provide a positive, safe and predictable school environment, that encourages learning, co-operation and respect.
Statement of Purpose Use the points to generate a purpose statement in Point style; At ABC High School students and staff will: • Place highest value on academic, social and personal success • Strive for proactive and safe learning and teaching environments • Foster partnerships with students, families and communities and; • Emphasise what works
Fairy Meadow Demonstration School School Vision / Mission: To support children to maximise their potential The school community will work together to enable each individual to develop their maximum potential socially, emotionally, physically & academically. This growth will be fostered in a supportive environment within a culturally diverse setting where the self-worth of each child will be encouraged. The school community will support all children to become responsible, self directed, co-operative individuals who will be able to participate & make effective decisions in a changing society.
UNANDERRA PUBLIC SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT • “Meeting the challenges of tomorrow, bylearning together in a caring community” is supported by the following values. • ·We believe ALL children can LEARN and SUCCEED. • ·We believe in EQUITY. • ·We believe in QUALITY. • ·We believe in PARTICIPATION. • ·We believe in a CARING COMMUNITY. • ·This core set of values is underpinned by a cultural ethos of “PERSONAL BEST” where everyone is encouraged to achieve their potential in the cycle of life long learning.
Values Visibility ·Increases profile of PBS in the school ( SET assessment feature – values signage and knowledge of values) - Parents - Students - Staff ·Increases positive focus for behaviour issues ·Clearly states school’s expectations and goals for all members of the school community
Starting the Values Conversation • PBS Presentations • Staff Meetings • P&C Meetings • School Events • Education Week, • Naidoc Week, • Harmony Day, • World Environment Day
Starting the Values Conversation • Documents • School Newsletters (on banner at top) • Publish and distribute matrix to increase parent knowledge • School letterhead • Excursion notes • Student Diaries & handbook ( phrase and values in header – values in footer)
School Newsletter • Dedicated PBS newsletter (biannually) • Celebrate success • Student awards • School improvement data • Behaviour tips for parents, home matrix • Outline progress and initiatives of the PBS team • Student work reflects school and values
School Environment • School sign • Murals • Embed in existing school motto
Murals Nowra East PS
Banners Shoalhaven HS
School Website • Values on School Website banner • Values mini poster for parents to download and print • Matrix • Home matrix • Information about PBS in the school • School policy documents • Student agreements • Reward celebrations • Photos/PowerPoint displays of student work related to PBS
Embedding the Values • Information folder/booklet for casuals • Information brochure in foyer for visitors • Assemblies, school events, speeches (mention values) • Value of the week
School Promotional Materials ·Uniforms ·Wrist bands ·Lanyards ·Fridge magnets ·Student hats ·School diaries ·Book bags ·Staff, visitors’ badges ·Principal’s business cards
Student Participation • Have values signage, banners visible at: • School performances • Swimming, athletics, cross country carnival • Education week • Multi-cultural days • School song • Celebration days • Student choice e.g. crazy hair day
PowerPoint Displays , i-Movies • Students involved in creation • Can be replayed frequently for re-teaching purposes • Used as a screensaver in classrooms • On school’s website • Played for visitors and casual staff Catch and Release
Our Values are … “The words on everyone’s lips” • Widely communicated • Student, Staff and parent Involvement • Highly visible • Clearly understood • Creatively embedded
Your Values are … “The words on everyone’s lips” • Known by the whole school community • Underpin organisational frameworks in all areas of the school • Reflect and promote an environment of good organisation, concern and care for all members of the community • Core business of our school
Attachments Positive Behavior Support PBS Aurora Central Catch and Release [www.keepvid.com].flv