The following presentation was made to parents on the Aldine Coordinating Committee along with administrators on December 1, 2004. It identifies common behavior problems found at different grade levels in the Aldine Independent Schools. The presentation has been modified for viewing on this site. Hopefully it will assist you in working with your child to “Produce the Nation’s Best.”
Behavioral Strategies Presentation 3: Middle School and High School Session
Session Assumptions All of us have something to learn. All of us have something to teach. Everyone has a preferred pathway to excellence.
Session Assumptions We are all in this learning experience together. We are all resources to one another. When it comes to people there are few simple answers.
Most Common Misbehavior Disrespectful to Authority Examples Defiance Back Talk Refusal to Comply
Food for Thought It takes one fool to backtalk…… It takes two fools to make a conversation out of it…. Fred Jones, Tools for Teaching
Food for Thought If a young person wants to backtalk, at least make them do all of the work. Fred Jones, Tools for Teaching
Top 5 Misbehaviors Disrespectful behavior towards authority Profanity Classroom Disruptions Dress code violations Tardiness
Character & Social Skills We Teach in Aldine ISD Respect Citizenship Self-Control and Self-Discipline Attitude Truthfulness Responsibility
Character & Social Skills Hard Work Perseverance Cooperation Courtesy
School Strategies Room Arrangement Visual Instructional Plans Responsibility Training Nonverbal & Verbal Correction
School Strategies Policies and Procedures Suspension Alternative Education
Home Strategies Time Management Rules, Routines and Standards Responsibility Natural Consequences
Skills that Employers Look For….. Decision making skills Problem solving skills Planning Oral communication Negotiating
Skills Employers Look For…. Adapting Leadership Business awareness Research Flexibility
Skills Employers Look For…. Technology Literacy Numeracy Team Work Ability to Prioritize Time Management
Together We can and do make a difference!