Panther Pride and the PBS (Positive Behavior Support) program exist to promote pro-social behavior. This is accomplished by consistent wording of expectations for all staff to use when reinforcing positive behaviors. Focusing on positive behaviors creates a safe school environment for all types of students to thrive.
Parents are a crucial part of the Panther Pride program. Through their support and reinforcement at home, each student will be successful. A few of the skills your child will be learning and practicing are:
- How to listen
- How to follow instructions
- How to accept consequences and apologize
- The appropriate way to get attention
- Respect for learning, self, property, and others
Another tool in the Panther Pride program is the consistent use of the school planner. Students are expected to use their planners every day. Daily planner use shows respect for learning, responsibility in keeping up with school assignments, and is a great tool in helping parents and teachers communicate with one another. All teachers post class assignments on their boards for students to write in their planners. Planners are a great way for parents to know what is happening in each class.
Panther Pride Positives
- Panther Paws praise notes
- Passport Activities
- Individual and school-wide recognition for positive behaviors
- Staff training on teaching PBS program
- Student role playing and practicing of positive behaviors
- Staff and student Panther Pride T-Shirts
- Friday Panther Pride Spirit Days
- Consistent home communication through daily student planner use
2007-08 Panther Pride Calendar
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1st Term Topic: Respect for Learning
School Expectation: Completely fill out planner 80% of the term.
Rewards: Kick-Off dance and students will vote for either ice skating or roller skating. |
2nd Term Topic: Respect for Our School
School Expectation : Completely fill out planner 80% of the term and no D's or F's.
Rewards: Movie (students vote for movie, either G or PG rated). |
3rd Term Topic: Respect for Ourselves
School Expectation: Completely fill out planner 80% of the term and no D's or F's.
Rewards: Students will vote for either activity day or the skating option not chosen during 1st term. |
4th Term Topic: Respect for Others
School Expectation: Completely fill out planner 80% of the term and no D's or F's.
Rewards: Field Day |
Mt Nebo Junior High School Positive Social Behaviors:
How to Use Your School Planner
- Bring your planner with you every day to class.
- Record your homework for each class in the space provided.
- Check your planner every day after school and complete assignments.
- Check off assignments when your complete them.
How to be Prepared
- Be on time to class.
- Bring needed supplies. (e.g., pen/pencil, paper, planner and books)
- Bring all assignments to class.
- Turn work in on time.
How to Follow Instructions
- Look at the person.
- Say, "O.K."
- Do the task immediately.
- Check back, if necessary.
How to Show Respect at School
- Safety first.
- Walk on the right.
- No stopping in intersections.
- Pull to the side of the hall to talk.
How to Accept Consequences
- Make eye contact.
- Listen to what is being said.
- Think about what is being said.
- Make arrangements to discuss it later if you have a disagreement.
How to Make a Decision
- Define the problem.
- Gather information about options.
- Consider the pros and cons.
- Make the best decision.
How to Show Appreciation
- Look at the person.
- Say "thank you".
- Tell the person what they did that you appreciate.
- Tell them why you appreciate it.
How to Apologize
- Choose a good time and place to apologize.
- Make eye contact.
- Using a pleasant voice, state specifically and sincerely why you are sorry for what you did.
- Ask if the person will accept your apology.
