The Positive Effects of Conscious Discipline Implementation in ECSE Presented by Jackie Smith (ISD 191), Katie Keller (ISD 191), Laurie Hume (ISD 197) and Ann Siebenaler (ISD 197) May 11th, 2017 Introduce ourselves

What is Conscious Discipline? Conscious Discipline is a social emotional learning (SEL) program that aims to modify teacher and child behavior in order to create classrooms based on safety, connection, and problem solving instead of external rewards and punishments. Jackie- Appropriate K-12, prisons----ECSE is one of the most effective because of brain development

Conscious Discipline Conscious discipline is based on current brain research, child development information, and developmentally appropriate practices. Conscious discipline has been specifically designed to make changes in the adults lives first. Is a relationship-based program It is not ...
 • Punishment/reward-based • Power/fear-based
 • Praise-focused
 • About fixing “bad” kids problem solving connection safety Who is doing this slide? Jackie? Talk about how can be used along side PBIS,

What is Conscious Discipline? Conscious Discipline’s goal is to create a system wide, relationship-based, community model for behavior management, called the “School Family.” Jackie

My School Family Song

Seven Skills of Conscious Discipline Composure Assertiveness Consequences Encouragement Problem Positive Intent Choices Empathy Katie- 7 powers-visual The program includes seven sections that correspond with an SEL behavior. Each section aligns with one of the core Conscious Discipline skills and is taught through associated activities (called Structures, Rituals, or Routines

Evidence Based Conscious Discipline is named in the SAMHSA’s (Substance abuse and mental health administration) National Registry of Evidence- based Programs and Practices. Laurie

Implementation Is an adult first model, requires support and ongoing progress monitoring Is sustainable with internal champions Is evidenced based Laurie

Implementation Continued The Conscious Discipline program is a multiyear, multicomponent, school-based intervention that teaches administrators, teachers, and other staff the SEL skills to change the school culture, including discipline strategies and self-regulation skills for children, parents, and other adults. Laurie- 5 year plan- Personalize implementation

Sustainable Implementation •Administrative buy in: •Conscious Discipline is part of the strategic plan •Program wide structures •Team of teachers (and administrators) with additional CD training (CD 1 week long) •Ownership at the school level Jakie

Staff Buy-In •Conscious Discipline is an adult first model and cannot be forced onto staff. •Focus should be on those that are more interested and willing to use CD in their personal and professional life. Jackie-Adding tools-not taking away to start something new.

How We Started Our Conscious Discipline journey- 2014-15 Anne Hoff certified trainer provided all staff training for the Early Learning Programs in Dakota County Learned about the research behind Conscious Discipline Brain state models Focus on adult responses Each share how we started - 1 passionate person

Internal Training and Support •Those teachers that are trained teach others. •Training for para -professionals and support staff. •Outreach to parents and community (parent nights, community education). •Share info on CD with advisory committees in the district. Ann/Katie-individual stories

The Seven Powers of Conscious Discipline Skill: Composure Power of Perception Being the person you want others to become. Smile
Take a Deep Breath And
Relax Power of Perception No one can make you angry without your permission. Katie: Hand out squish ball STARS!!

S.T.A.R. program Pinwheel breathing, breathing cube, breathing folder, breathing ball

S.T.A.R helper

Structures - Safe Place

Structure - Safe Place

Ritual - safe keeper

Structures - Friends and Family

Skill: Assertiveness The Power of Attention What you focus on, you get more of. Did you like it? Go tell ________,
“I don’t like it when you ________. Please ________. (Tell them what you’d like them to do instead.) Katie

Routines in Pictures M.A.P

Routines & Transitions in pictures Snack routine, line up routine,

Skill: Encouragement Power of Unity We are all in this together. You ________ so that ________. That was helpful! Katie

I Love You Rituals

Structure - kindness tree

Structures-Jobs Staff jobs

Skill: Choices The Power of Free Will The only person you can “make” change is yourself. You may ________ or ________. What’s best for you? Katie

Structures - Picture Rules Rules on sticks, picture rules on a ring

The Power of Acceptance Skill: Empathy The Power of Acceptance The moment is as it is. You seem ________. Something must have happened. Katie

We Care Center

Skill: Positive Intent The Power of Love See the best in others. You wanted ________.
You may not ________. ________ hurts. When you want ________
say or do ________. Katie

Wish Well Program

Mistakes are opportunities to learn. Skill: Consequences The Power of Intention Mistakes are opportunities to learn. You may ________ or ________.
If you ________ again, you will ________. Tell me what will happen if you ________ again. Katie Pencil stretches with YMCA

Time Machine

The positive effects of Conscious Discipline Created a staff culture that we work together to help all students Use of consistent language and visuals in all classrooms and learning areas (gym, motor room, cafeteria) Students with behavior issues are staying in their classrooms longer and making progress using strategies Students demonstrate empathy and an understanding of kindness Laurie & Jackie Adult first model

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