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PHILOSOPHY Our
teaching philosophy in Room 212 is that children need lots of structure and
love. Our students feel safe because they
know what to expect at almost every turn, from the daily schedule to
consequences for behavior. We do not
(or very rarely) suspend students from school. The way we see it is, our children have
behavior disabilities, and if we send them home, we are not helping them
improve their behavior. When a student
in room 212 does something inappropriate, disrespectful and/ or dangerous,
he/she is put on I.S.S. (in-school suspension). I.S.S. means that the student continues to
come to school, but has few privileges.
He/she cannot go to recess, walk or play with Jack, or play video
games when finished with schoolwork.
We have found this to be a far more effective behavior management
system than suspended children outside of school. Our
students are also very loved, and they know this. It is evident to them as well that we
staff enjoy ourselves, and love doing what we do. Fun is a big part of the Room 212
experience. But it doesn’t come
free. Our students who go on those Fun
Friday Field Trips and enjoy movie/ pizza parties have worked hard to earn
them with daily behavior points and avoiding I.S.S.! Everyone
in Room 212, students and staff alike, loves being here. We truly are like a family. Like any family, we have our struggles, but
these are important in challenging each individual to practice being a part
of something greater than him/herself and grow. We tell our students that our class and our
school are miniature versions of the world. With love, structure,
consistency, (and fun J) we work to help each individual to find their inner smile
and how he/she is an important member of the greater community. |