2. SAFETY TIPS FOR TEACHERS

3. PRESENTEDBY: SCHOOL OPERATIONS/ ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION Dr. Steve Gallon III, Administrative Director Mrs. Rona Brandell, Director 305 995-1270

4. DO

5. Arrange classroom for ease of traffic and visibility. Make a quick reference seating chart.

6. DO Learn student names ASAP. Greet students with a positive attitude as they enter the room.

7. DO Begin class on time. Be organized.

8. DO Make rules an integral part of the curriculum. Take time to listen.

9. DO Expect positive behavior. Believe in yourself and your students.

10. THINGS TO REMEMBER

11. Things to Remember Have a clear set of ground rules. Schedule class time to allow students to discuss their problems.

12. Things to Remember Utilize parent contacts. Let students know that you care.

13. DON’T

14. Grab things from students. Become confrontational.

15. DON’T Physically block an exit. Argue with students. Demean students.

16. BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY

17. Give specific commands. Evaluate the situation. Identify yourself.

18. BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY Don’t get in the middle. Be cautious using physical force. Separate the combatants.

19. BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY Move combatants to a neutral location. Send for help!

20. BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY Confirm identification of combatants Determine extent of injuries Calm combatants

21. BREAKING UP A FIGHT SAFELY Report the incident. Write an incident report. Follow up.

22. REMEMBER

23. Don’t block an exit. Don’t grab or push a student. Don’t take contraband by force.

24. REMEMBER Use caution when breaking up a fight. Do not stop fleeing students.

25. THANK YOU