Creating a Positive School Culture

Nicholas·

School Community

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SubjectSchool Community

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WEEK 1: Welcome & School Values Objective: Students will identify and understand school-wide PBIS expectations (Respect, Responsibility, Safety) and reflect on the kind of school culture they want to help build. Materials: Whiteboard or projector, PBIS poster or school values chart. Procedure: Warm-Up (5 min): Ask: “What makes a great school community?” List responses. Discussion (15 min): Introduce PBIS core values. Discuss how students can demonstrate each value in class, halls, and onlin...

This lesson focuses on fostering a positive school culture through the principles of PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), emphasizing the core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Safety. The 30-minute lesson includes a warm-up activity to discuss what makes a great school community, an introduction to the three core values, and structured discussions about how these values manifest in various contexts such as classrooms, hallways, and online environments. Students are encouraged to reflect on their personal responsibilities and to collaborate in small groups to contribute ideas for building an ideal school community. The session culminates in a class pledge aimed at reinforcing the commitment to these values, fostering a sense of belonging and support among students.