Description

This lesson describes the first step in developing a social behavioral curriculum, identifying three to five overarching schoolwide social behavioral expectations that will be defined and agreed to by all staff. These expectations are valued social skills and behaviors for success at school and eventually in life. Examples include: respectful, responsible, safe, cooperative, kind.

Outcomes

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Select three to five schoolwide expectations that define success for all students and are applicable in all settings (e.g., respectful, cooperative, safe, kind).

Prerequisites

This lesson is designed for Tier 1 SW-PBS Leadership Teams that have secured administrator and staff support for implementation of Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support (SW-PBS). For additional information on that topic, please see the Leadership Course.

Reflective Questions

  • What is your vision for a perfect student?
  • What valued behaviors and attitudes would you see and/or hear from that student?