1. Middle School CHAMPS & CHOICE

2. Conversation Level 0 Voice = Silence Level 1 Voice = Whispering
Level 2 Voice = Small Group
Level 3 Voice = Read aloud/Discussion (whole class)
Loud 4 Voice = Outside only

3. Help
Raise your hand and wait to be called on according to Boy’s Town Rule #5.
#5 Getting the Teacher’s Attention
1. Look at the teacher.
2. Raise your hand. Stay calm.
3. Wait until the teacher says your name.
4. Ask your question.

4. Activity Class Instruction Level 0 Voice
Independent Work Level 0 Voice
Peer Work Level 1 Voice
Group work Level 2 Voice
Full Class work Level 3 Voice

5. Movement
There will be no movement in the classroom unless specifically stated by Ms. Joiner or Ms. Savage.
You must raise your hand and get permission to get out of your seat.

6. Participation Be engaged in learning
Contribute to classroom discussion
Complete assigned task
Turn in work on time

7. Successful Students
YOU, when you follow
C.H.A.M.P.S. and Boy’s Town.

8. Boys Town Classroom Social Skills
Boy’s Town Rules
Boys Town Classroom Social Skills
#1 Following Instructions #6 Making a Request
1. Look at the person Look at the person.
2. Say “Okay.” Use a clear, pleasant voice.
3. Do what you’ve been asked right away Explain exactly what you are asking for. Say “Please.”
4. Check back If the answer is “Yes,” say “Thank you.”
5. If not, remember to accept “No” for an answer.
#2 Accepting Criticism or a Consequence
1. Look at the person. #7 Disagreeing Appropriately
2. Say “Okay.” Look at the person.
3. Don’t argue Use a pleasant voice.
3. Say “I understand how you feel.”
#3 Accepting “No” for an answer Tell why you feel differently.
1. Look at the person Give a reason.
2. Say “Okay.” Listen to the other person.
3. Stay calm.
4. If you disagree, ask later. #8 Giving Criticism
1. Look at the person.
#4 Greeting Others Stay calm. Use a pleasant voice.
1. Look at the person Say something positive or “I understand.”
2. Use a pleasant voice Describe exactly what you are criticizing.
3. Say “Hi” or “Hello.” Tell why this is a problem.
6. Listen to the person. Be polite.
#5 Getting the Teacher’s Attention
1. Look at the teacher.
2. Raise your hand. Stay calm.
3. Wait until the teacher says your name.
4. Ask your question Copywrite © 1995 by Father Flanagan’s Boy’s Home

9. #9 Resisting Peer Pressure #13 Accepting Compliments
1. Look at the person Look at the person.
2. Use a calm voice Use a pleasant voice.
3. Say clearly that you do not want to participate. 3. Say “Thank you.”
4. Suggest something else to do Don’t look away, mumble, or deny the compliment.
5. If necessary, continue to say “No.” Do not disagree with the compliment.
6. Leave the situation.
#14 Volunteering
#10 Making an Apology Look at the person.
1. Look at the person Use a pleasant, enthusiastic voice.
2. Use a serious, sincere voice Ask if you can help. Describe the activity or task you
3. Say “I am sorry for…” or “I want to apologize for…” are offering to do.
4. Don’t make excuses Thank the person.
5. Explain how you plan to do better in the future. 5. Check back when you have finished.
6. Say “Thanks for listening.”
#15 Reporting other Youth’s Behavior
#11 Talking with Others Look at the teacher or adult.
1. Look at the person Use a calm voice. Ask to talk to him or her privately.
2. Use a pleasant voice Describe the inappropriate behavior you are reporting.
3. Ask questions Explain why you are making the report.
4. Don’t interrupt Answer any questions the adult has.
6. Thank the adult for listening.
#12 Giving Compliments
1. Look at the person. #16 Introducing Yourself
2. Smile Look at the person. Smile
3. Speak clearly and enthusiastically Use a pleasant voice.
4. Tell the person exactly what you like Offer a greeting. Say “Hi, my name is…”
4. Shake the person’s hand.
5. When you leave, say, “It was nice to meet you.”

10. Having the last word…
It has to be “Okay”.

11. CHOICE CHOICE – Behavioral Expectations Campus-Wide Character Honesty
On-Task
Integrity
Control of self 
Expectations

12. Hallway CHOICE expectations:
Show you can meet Expectations – Remain quiet, stay to the right
Show your Control of Self – Line up off the walls using good posture
Show your Character – Lead by example, encourage others to do the right thing

13. Restroom CHOICE expectations:
Show your Character – Keep it clean and report any graffiti
Show your Integrity – Report any graffiti or any safety concerns to staff
Show you meet Control of Self and Expectations – Go, flush, wash, leave

14. Classroom CHOICE expectations:
Show you are On Task – Be prepared, be engaged in learning
Show Control of Self – Be present, be on time
Show you can meet Expectations – Learn and know expectations (Boys Town and CHAMPS)
Show your Character – Exhibit appropriate behavior, use eye contact, give positive responses

15. Earning CHOICE Tickets
Perfect attendance each week = 3 tickets
All green days = 2 tickets
Helping in the classroom (DO NOT ask if there is something you can do to earn tickets)
Going above & beyond expectations

16. LEVEL WHITE Changing classes with the other students
Eating lunch in the lunchroom
Students must earn 1200 points per day (green days) for 5 days on a 30 day placement and 10 days fora 60 day placement to move to the next level.  

17. LEVEL YELLOW Changing classes with the other students
Eating lunch in the lunchroom
Using the vending machines and microwaves during lunch
Students must earn 1200 points per day (green days) for 5 days on a 30 day placement and 10 days fora 60 day placement to move to the next level.  

18. LEVEL GREEN Changing classes with the other students
Eating lunch in the lunchroom
Using the vending machines and microwaves during lunch
Talking to other Level Green students during lunch
Wearing the shirt of their choice, without graphics, on Fridays.  Remember, the shirt must be school appropriate and tucked in at all times.  

19. EARLY RELEASE – LEVEL BRIGHT GREEN
Have no unexcused absences
Have all successful (green) days
Have no referrals
Be passing all subjects

20. Point Sheets
Students have the opportunity to earn 200 points per class period
Students my lose up to 300 points per class period.
An office referral may be written with the loss of 300 points.
A student will be given 2 warnings to correct minor misbehavior before losing points.
When the adult considers the behavior severe it may result in immediate loss of points or an office referral.
Boy’s Town Rules #2 & #3
#2 Accepting Criticism or a Consequence
1. Look at the person.
2. Say “Okay.”
3. Don’t argue.

21. Going Over Procedures (GOP)
Students have the opportunity to go over procedures after losing points.
GOP must be requested in the same class period the points were lost.
If the student refuses GOP during the class period, the opportunity is lost and will be noted on the student’s point sheet.

22. Dress Codes