Positive Reinforcement
Genius Bucks- Positive behaviors such as following classroom rules, completing jobs, coming to class prepared, completing homework assignments, helping a classmate, etc. will be rewarded with Genius Bucks. Genius Bucks can be redeemed for additional school supplies, snacks, restroom pass, drink pass, homework pass, free choice times, etc.

Gumball Machine- While the Genius Bucks reward individual students, the gumball machine rewards the class as a whole. When the entire class is on task and following directions, a gumball will be added. When the gumball machine is full (50 gumballs) the class will earn an extra recess!

Hot Seat- Each morning I will randomly (and secretly) select a student to be in the "Hot Seat."  If the selected student works hard and follows directions all day a small treat will be earned. If the student does not work hard and follow directions their identity will not be revealed.

Verbal Praise- Verbal praise is given frequently!


Negative Reinforcement
While I prefer to use positive reinforcement, occasionally negative reinforcement is necessary. Students are ultimately responsible for their own behavior and the following steps will be taken as needed:

1. Warning
2. Check on clipboard (lose 5 minutes of recess)
3. Second check on clipboard (note home/lose entire recess)
4. Third check on clipboard (sent to principal)