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This agenda belongs to: Homeroom Teacher Grade
920 E. 7th Street
Plainfield, NJ 07062
Phone: 908-731-4301
Fax: 908-731-4306
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Table of Contents
District Mission Statement & Student Pledge……………………………………………………………………..…..3
Welcome. Letter………………………………………………………………………….………………………………………....4
Phone Directory…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….5
District Calendar………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…...6
Emergency Closing Information…………………………………………………………………………………………..….7
Student Achievement Rubric……………………………………………………………………………………………….....8
Bell Schedule……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….9
Policies & Procedures
Attendance…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….10
Dress Code…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….....11
Cafeteria………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..11-12
Visitors……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...12
Nurse Station………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……...13
Lockers………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....14
Student ID Cards…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...14
Lost / Damaged Books…………………………………………………………………………………………………………...14
Cell Phones…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....14
Student Responsibility……………………………………………………………………………………………………….16-17
Parent Responsibility…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….18
Teacher Responsibility…………………………………………………………………………………………………………....19 PBSIS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..20
Library/Media Center……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...21
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Plainfield Board of Education
Ms. Anna-Belin Pyles - Superintendent
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Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to Maxson Middle School. We are excited to begin the school year with PBSIS, Positive Behavior Support in Schools. The main goal of Positive Behavior Supports in Schools (PBSIS) is to create a positive learning environment in schools via methods developed using cur- rent research and practices. One of the objectives of PBSIS is to create an encouraging atmosphere at Maxson Middle School through changes in attitude and behavior. The PBSIS Team has loads of events planned for the school year, all created to encourage positive behavior and cooperative attitudes amongst student, teachers and staff.
Our school theme, “Soar to Success,” identifies our school’s expectations. Our Falcon Code of Conduct strives for students to: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, and Aim High. Further, we have defined the meaning of good behavior in ways that exemplify those expectations for all areas of our school.
At the start of the school year we will teach our students the behavioral expectations and throughout the year we will recognize them for living up to our ideals. As we proceed, you will be able to ask your child, “What are the expectation at Maxson Middle School?” and “What happens when a teacher sees you fol- lowing the expectations?” Teachers and staff members will be on the lookout for students following the Falcon Code of Conduct. When they catch a student following the code, they will receive an MMS Falcon Feather coupon. All coupons will be placed in a grade level bin for a chance to receive a variety of weekly and monthly prizes.
By establishing and teaching behavioral expectations and recognizing our children’s appropriate social behavior, we will provide common language for everyone in our building: students, teachers, secretaries, custodial staff, paraprofessionals and parents. We believe that by helping children practice good behavior, we will build a productive school community where all children can learn and grow. Each month we will highlight a different character trait to ensure that our students will develop and adopt the values we endeavor to exemplify ourselves and instill in our children.
Your support with uniform compliance, punctuality in terms of attendance and setting high
academic expectations for your child will make a tremendous difference in our success. We
share a collective responsibility to support and uplift this generation of students spiritually,
emotionally and academically. We have to develop future leaders in order to secure our future. I
know that with y our support, we can and we will. We look forward to our best year ever!!
Sincerely;
Maxson Staff
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Phone
Directory
Principal Principal 731-5110
Rose Davis Admin Secretary 731-5115 [email protected]
Mercedes Hazuri Secretary 731-4301 [email protected]
Joanne Brown Guidance Secretary 731-4303 [email protected]
Lisa Armstead Guidance Counselor 731-5121 [email protected]
Joe Masi Social Worker 731-5113 [email protected]
Lori Estefa School Nurse 731-4304 [email protected]
Bradley Brown Head Custodian 731-4305 [email protected]
Child Study Team 731-5546
Security Office 731-4307
SRO 731-5114
Cafeteria 731-5116
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1200 Myrtle Avenue Plainfield, NJ 07063
(908) 731‐4200
www.plainfieldnjk12.org
27‐31 New Teacher
Orientation
3 Labor Day
4‐5 Staff Professional Development Days
6 Students Report
2‐4 HSPA Math/LAL Testing
8 Columbus Day
9‐11 HSPA Makeup
TBA Parent Conferences
Student Days 17 Teacher Days 19
Single Session Days
Student Days 22 Teacher Da s 22
6 Staff Professional
Development Day 8‐9 NJEA Convention 21 Single Session Day
22‐23 Thanksgiving Recess
21 Winter Recess ½ Day 24‐31 Winter Recess Student Days 15 Teacher Da s 15
Student Days 17 Teacher Days 18
1 New Year’s Day
14 Staff Professional Development ½ Day
21 Dr. MLK Day
15 Staff Professional Development Day
18 Presidents’ Day
Student Days 18
Student Days 21 Teacher Days 21
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TBA Parent Conferences Single Session Days
29 Good Friday
1‐5 Spring Recess
15 Staff Professional Development ½ Day
Student Days 20 Teacher Days 20
Student Days 17 Teacher Da s 17
27 Memorial Day
20 PHS Commencement 20 Last Day for Students
20 Last Day for Teachers
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Here is a list of broadcast station and outlets that the school district uses to announce
Emergency school closing due to inclement weather:
Announcements begin at 5:30 a.m.
Plainfield Public School Hotline 908-755-9566
Plainfield Website www.plainfieldnjk12.org
Television Stations WCBS- Channel 2
WABC -Channel 4
Fox 5 -Channel 5
WABC– Channel 7
News 12—Channel 62
Radio Stations WOR—710 AM
WCTC—1450 AM
WMGQ—98.3 FM
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A rubric, a scoring tool, is used to measure what is important to learn relative to a subject. The purpose
of the student achievement rubric below is to provide a common language for discussing student progress
as it relates to the objective of a0 unit or course.
Exceeds Standards 93-100=A
The student has a complete and detailed understanding of the important information related to the
objective without significant errors and the fluency. The student understands the key features of the
skills or processes necessary to achieve the objective.
Meets Standards 93-92=B
The student has a complete understanding of the important information related to the objective but not
in great detail. The student can perform the skills or processes important to the objective without making
significant errors. The student understands the key features of the skills processes.
Approaching Standards 73-82=C
The student has an incomplete understanding of the topic and/or misconceptions about some of the in-
formation related to the objective. However, the student maintains a basic understanding of the
objective. The student makes some significant error when performing the skills or processes important to
the topic but still accomplishes a rough approximation of the skills or processes.
Below Standards 65-72=D
The student has an incomplete understanding of the topic and has misconceptions about most of the in-
formation related to the objective. The student is unable to perform the skills or processes necessary to
complete the task.
Significantly Below Standards 0-64=F
The student fails to attempt the completion of the task. This may be due to an incomplete understanding
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Period
Entry
Bell
Regular Day
8:12
Half Day
8:12
Delayed Opening
9:57
HR 8:15-8:30 8:15-8:30 10:00-10:12
1 8:32-9:12 8:32-8:57 10:14-10:42
2 9:14-9:54 8:59-9:24 10:44-11:13
3 9:56-10:36 9:26-9:49 11:15-11:44
4 10:38-11:18 9:51-10:14 11:46-12:15
5 11:20-12:00 10:16-10:36 12:17-12:46
6 12:02-12:42 10:41-11:07 12:48-1:17
7 12:44-1:24 11:09-11:36 1:19-1:48
8 1:26-2:06 11:38-12:03 1:50-2:18
9 2:08-2:50 12:05-12:30 2:20-2:50
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Attendance
All students are required to report to homeroom every day no later than 8:10 a.m. After 8:15a.m., students
are considered late. If a student is late, he or she must arrive with a note from his or her parent . The note
must be given to the guidance office.
If your child( ren) are going to be absent, you MUST call the attendance office (908) 731-4303
immediately to inform the school of the impending absence. Upon returning to school, the student
Must give note to the guidance office.
Whenever a student is absent, you will receive an automated call noting the students absences.
If a student is absent more than 18 days in a school year, they may not be promoted to the next grade.
On or after the 6th cumulative absence, parent will be required to meet with school social worker . The
intent of this meeting is to apprise parents of the importance of consistent attendance and the
consequences for not having students in school.
On or after the (12) cumulative absence, a referral will be made to the building principal regarding the
possibility of legal action. On or after the eighteenth cumulative absence, the principal will initiate the
filing of court papers and additional actions may be taken.
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Dress Code
The Plainfield Public School District has adopted a school uniform policy #5132.1. Consistent with
this policy, listed below you will find the dress code for Maxson Middle School
White, Light Blue, Dark Blue Collared Shirts
Dark Blue, Khaki Pants / Skirts
Dark Blue Sweater (Winter Months)
Physical Education Uniform
Red shirt & Shorts
The following items are prohibited:
No exceptions!
Headgear—hats, hoods, head bands, bandanas, do-rags, rollers, or any other head covering, are
not to be worn by male or female in the school building, with the exception of a religious or
cultural headdress which must have administrative approval.
Footwear—flip flops, slippers, sport sandals, open toe footwear of any kind
Sunglasses
All students are expected to maintain their personal hygiene including clean and well-groomed
hair.
Cafeteria
The cafeteria offers a well-balanced menu of hot food, salads, desserts, beverages and milk. These
food items are available at low cost to all students.
The New Jersey Department of Education has issued a school lunch policy that states, in part:
Every student is required to file an application for free and reduced price meals under the
National School Lunch Program.
Eligibility will be determined based on an income criteria as established by the US Department
of Agriculture.
Applications will be disbursed within the first few days of school and must be returned during
the month of September.
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Cafeteria Rules
1. Students should report to the cafeteria only during their assigned lunch period.
2. Student ID’s must be visibly worn around the neck with the correct color coded lanyard.
3. Students must take a tray for food and must dispose of tray is trash barrels after eating. Nothing is to be left on
the tables.
4. Students are responsible for keeping their areas clean. Items that fall should be picked up and disposed of
properly.
5. All food and beverages must be consumed in the cafeteria. Food can not be taken out of the cafeteria.
6. Students should remain in their seats until they are dismissed buy the administrator in charge.
7. Student are expected to behave appropriately at all times.
8. There will NOT be any food brought or delivered into the cafeteria from outside. (i.e., parents, siblings, etc.).
Students can bring food from home via, brown bag lunch.
9. FOOD FIGHTS WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. Students found to be in violation of the above regulations will
be subject immediate administrative disciplinary action.
All parent and members of the community are always welcome at Maxson Middle School. However, the
following guidelines must be adhered to in order to maintain the safety and security of all students and staff.
Any person who is NOT a Maxson faculty member must enter the building through the main door located on
East 7th Street. (by the marquee). All other entrances are off limits.
Once in the main lobby, a security officer will greet the visitors they will be asked to sign an and will be is-
sued a visitor’s pass. The security officer will then direct visitors to the main office to have appointments con-
firmed or to their designated location.
Maxson Middle School students are the only students permitted on the premises during school hours.
Any person in the building without having signed in and received a visitor’s pass will be considered a tres-
passed and subject to local ordinances regarding trespassing.
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Nurse’s Station
Every student MUST have an emergency card with the names and
telephone numbers of those individuals filed in the Nurse’s Office.
(Parents, please know that having accurate information on the
student’s emergency card is crucial for contacting you in case of emergency).
A student who has an accident or becomes ill during the school day should request a nurse’s pass
from the teacher and report to the Nurse’s Office. (At no point in time, should the student use his/
her cell phone to contact a parent to come and pick them up.)
No student will be allowed to leave school for health reasons without permission of a parent or
adult relative.
If a student has been injured at home, the injury is not considered the responsibility of the school and
does not constitute an emergency. Diagnosis or treatment beyond first aid procedure is not the
responsibility of the school.
All students enrolled in the Plainfield Public School must comply with the New Jersey State
Sanitation Code, Chapter 14, “Immunization of Pupils in Schools”.
Medication
All medication that students are required to take during the school day must be dispensed by the
school nurse. Students are required to have a doctor’s note for any medication, prescription or over-
the counter. (Inhalers for asthma are considered medication and will be kept in the Nurse’s Office as
well). Students are not permitted to have with them or use medications during the school day.
School Accident Insurance
School accident insurance forms are distributed to students in September. A student can be insured
against injuries that occur during school hours, while traveling to and from school, and while
participating in school sponsored and supervised activities either away from school premises or after
school hours. This includes all physical education, playground or other school activities except inter-
scholastic athletics, which are insured separately.
Students must report any injury immediately in order to have a claim under the insurance policy.
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Each student will be assigned a hall locker and a gymnasium locker. Lockers are supplied for the convenience of
students and protection of their property. The Board of Education and school authorities can assume no
responsibility for the loss of any articles by a student.
For security purposes, your combination that will be issued to you should be kept confidential and should not be
shared with anyone.
Students are urged to be extra careful with personal property. Money or jewelry should never be left in lockers.
Students are permitted to go access their hall lockers (4) times during the school day:
Before reporting to homeroom
At the start of an assigned lunch period
At the end of an assigned lunch period
At the end of the school day
Lockers are the property of the Plainfield Board of Education. School officials have the right to inspect lockers
without notice. Locker inspection may be held at least once each semester and at other times when deemed
necessary. No item or instrument which is unlawful or against school polity is to be housed in lockers.
DO NOT share your locker with anyone. The lockers (hall & gymnasium) assigned to you are for your
individual use only.
Students who are habitually late to class may have their locker privileges removed
NO LOCKER USE AFTER 3:00 P.M.
Any locker violation will result in that locker being “pad-locked” by security.
All students MUST exit building by 3:00 P.M. Except for students under the direct supervision of a teacher,
advisor or coach.
Late students are not permitted to go to their lockers. They are to sign in and report directly to their class.
Reasonable Searches
With reasonable and probable cause established that illegal materials or activities are/or will occur, the princi-
pal and his/her designees may properly and legally search individual students, their lockers and book bags.
Even without an individual suspicion, the principal and his/her designee my still reasonably search the entire
student population when probable cause has been established that illegal or dangerous activity is imminent.
Board Policy 5142.12; State in interest of T.L.O. 94 NK 33 (1938)
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Student ID Cards.
Students must have student ID cards at all times. All ID cards should be visible for inspection upon entering the
building and throughout the day. The ID must be placed around the students’ neck, using the appropriate school
supplied lanyard.
ID cards must be worn for all sports, special programs and other events held at Maxson Middle School after the end
of the regular school day.
There is a $5.00 replacement fee for lost or stolen ID’s. $1.00 for replacement lanyards.
Damaged, Lost Instructional Material
Fines shall be charged to students who, whether through misuse or deliberate actions, damage or lose school prop-
erty. Under the law, a student who defaces or otherwise injures school furnishings or other property may be disci-
plined and student parent/guardian will be fined the amount of the damage.
When a student loses or excessively damages a textbook which is the property of the school district,
the school shall fine the student amount appropriate to the damage
Band and other instruments must be returned in appropriate condition or fines shall be levied for
damages.
Cell Phones -Electronic Devices
Cell phones are prohibited during the school day. Student must turn their phones off and put them in their locker
upon arrival. School phones are available for use in case of an emergency. Confiscated phones, Ipods etc. will only
be returned to parents. Maxson Middle School is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones, or other electronic
devices.
Fire – Crisis Drill
Instructions
In case of an emergency,, the following procedures must be followed by students and staff:
Students should walk directly to designated exists in a quiet and orderly manner.
Do not use elevators during fire emergencies
There should be no talking during fire drill in order to hear directions that may be given via
intercom
Each classroom will line up at a designated meeting location a safe distance from the building
with their teacher
Everyone must vacate the building during fire drills/emergencies
Students not in class must proceed outside by the nearest exit and report to the nearest teacher.
At the administrations’ direction, students and staff may return to the building
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Students
Responsibilities
Although student achievement is a primary factor on which grades are
based, it is important to provide continuous feedback to students on other
variables which support learning such as the self management of learn-
ing, responsible behavior, and attendance. It is also critical that students
understand their role in providing the effort necessary for learning.
Self Management of Learning
In order to be responsible for the quality of their thinking and learning, students must develop and
regularly use a toolbox of strategies for managing their learning. These self management strategies
include being aware of when one doesn't understand new information and taking the appropriate
steps to remedy the situation. Additionally, students are expected to seek understanding by asking
questions and formulating hypotheses. Students manage their won learning by evaluating the
feedback they get from others; making connections to their background knowledge; and evaluating
their progress toward a learning goal. Consistent use of these strategies supports students in
reaching or exceeding the standards.
Teachers should consider self-management of learning and other variables when reporting on
student progress which reflect not just the learning product, but the strategies students use to be
successful learners (Resnick2003). Students must make a conscientious effort to develop and
display self-management and responsible behavior.
Self-Management factors include:
Asking questions
Making connections
Evaluation Progress and setting learning goals
Keeping informed concerning assignments
Completing assignments in a timely manner
Going above and beyond minimum competencies
Coming to school ready to learn with the necessary assignment’s and materials
Becoming a proficient reader, problem solver and critical thinker
Develop habits of mind
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Responsible behavior factors include:
Working effectively in groups-following established and agreed upon rules
Being respectful to others
Attending classes daily unless ill or legally excused
Delivering home school notifications to their parents/guardians
Self Management of Learning:
The student uses a variety of strategies which are supportive of learning
The student asks questions and makes connections to background knowledge without
prompting
The student asks questions when prompted to clarify understanding
Responsible Behavior:
The student works toward the attainment of group goals without being asked
The student works well independently
The student follows classroom rules and procedures
The student works well independently
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Parents Responsibility
It is a joint responsibility of the school and home to develop and maintain an effective system of
communication which encourages parental involvement in student achievement and in academic
district concerns as well. Specific parents/guardians responsibility include:
Send students to school physically, emotionally and socially prepared to learn;
Make sure students are in uniforms at all times
Be aware of the testing schedule and assist your child by taking the necessary steps to send
him/her ready to do their best during this period;
Discuss progress reports and report cards with your child
Attend parent conferences
Develop daily routines which support an environment conducive to completing home-
work assignment
Monitor the time spent watching television and playing video games
Watching and discussing educational programs
Discussing and checking school work
Attending PTO meetings / Respond to communications from school
Reading aloud (all ages enjoy listening to books)
Get to know your child’s guidance counselor and periodically schedule meetings to discuss post secondary options
Celebrate the academic success and progress which your child’s making
I have read all sections of the student handbook, and understand my responsibilities to adhere to
the rules and regulations at Maxson Middle School .
Student Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:
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Teachers Responsibility
A highly qualified teacher knows what to teach, how to teach and has a
full understanding of the subject matter being taught. Without a doubt,
assessment is also a critical component of instruction. Therefore, a highly
qualified teacher must know how to develop, administer and interpret
the results of formative and summative assessments and to report students’ progress. As the person most directly responsible for providing instruction, it is the teacher’s responsibility to:
Implement the district curricula with integrity using teaching strategies that are effective
for all students;
Implementing grading procedures following the grading guidelines;
Maintain a grade book (electronically / hard copy) with appropriate minimum number
(10) of grades per marking period;
Enter grades electronically in a timely manner adhering to the due dates established by
the district;
Make instructional decisions based on an analysis of data from multiple types of assessments;
Communicate with families in a timely manner regarding student progress;
Begin the appropriate intervention steps as soon as possible and maintain documentation;
Develop Individual Academic Plans as needed;
Be will prepared to provide daily rigorous instruction that meet the needs of all students;
Design knowledge work
Organize the environment for knowledge work;
Facilitate knowledge work
Participate in ongoing professional learning to ensure full understanding of subject(s)
and teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students
Assess students regularly in a variety of ways and use the results to give students
feedback and to plan instruction
Ensure that every opportunity has been provided to support student achievement and
success
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POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT IN SCHOOLS School-Wide Positive Behavior Support is not just another initiative. It is a lifelong change in how schools plan for and deal with discipline and problem behaviors. Over a thousand schools across the country have been successfully using School-Wide Positive Behavior Support to reduce occurrences of discipline and problem behavior. Schools in states such as New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, Oregon, Alabama, and many others have seen dramatic improvements in overall discipline and behavior problems as a result of using this approach What is School-Wide Positive Behavior Support?
-social student behavior
and discipline problems
ocess that uses a multi-level approach to intervention development How can School-Wide Positive Behavior Support impact our School?
chronic patterns of problem behavior
discipline and behavior problems
an increase in socially appropriate student behavior
behavior How do we implement School-Wide Positive Behavior Support?
eam
Step 5: Monitor and modify interventions What activities occur when Implementing School-Wide Positive Behavior Support?
and parents
ment to determine building priorities and planning needs
design interventions to remediate targeted concerns nt intervention components that include:
1) modeling and teaching concrete behavioral expectations 2) modifying discipline and management practices
3) implementing a school-wide student recognition system Lohrmann, S. (2005). New Jersey Positive Behavior Support in Schools: Participant Manual
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Soar to Success Falcon Code of Conduct
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Aim High Everyone (students and staff) at Maxson Middle School is expected to Be Respectful, Be
Responsible, Be Safe, and Aim High. Every September and periodically throughout the year, students and staff will participate
in activities to learn and review what the Falcon Code looks like. What Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Aim High means and how we should
behave will vary across different settings. If you need a reminder, just look around for a Falcon Code poster that will tell you exactly
what is expected of you in that setting. Teachers and Staff are always on the lookout for students following the Falcon Code.
When they catch you following the Code, you may receive a Falcon Feather that looks like this:
Teachers and staff will hand out Falcon Feathers many times each day to students who are demonstrating the Falcon Code. You’ll never know when a Falcon Feather is coming so you should always remember to be Respectful, Safe, Successful and Aim High
When you get a Falcon Feather put it in your grade level’s bin located in your homeroom.
Each week, five names will be drawn from the grade level bins and the names of the
winners will be announced during homeroom. If your name is drawn you will get to choose one of the prizes offered that week. Prizes will vary each week and will include things such as: free admission to a dance, fast passes to the front of lunch lines, gift certificates, and many other interesting items.
REMEMBER: We are looking for POSITIVE BEHAVIORS.
Remember, to receive a MMS Falcon Feather you need to
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, and Aim High throughout your day!
SOAR TO SUCCESS
Be Respectful Be Responsible
Congratulations you have earned a
MMS FALCON FEATHER!
To:________________________
From:______________________
Date:______________________
Be Safe Aim High
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Maxson Middle School “Soar to Success” - Recognition System
Use of Falcon Feather Ticket:
1. Staff will recognize students for meeting school-wide expectations and for exemplifying positive behaviors in the school setting
a. Staff member gives a ticket (signed legibly) with verbal recognition of the behavior observed. i.e., “Molly, thank you for being prepared today,” “Jimmy, it is good to see that you have your homework.”
b. Verbal recognition is also a positive reinforcer. Remember the 3:1 rule – 3 positive statements for every negative or critical statement.
2. Students will be responsible for signing their slips and placing them in appropriate grade level container in their homeroom class.
3. Reward tickets placed into the bins will be used for weekly, monthly, and quarterly drawings. The winners will be announced over the PA system.
4. When students earn rewards, the staff member(s) that recognize students earn rewards and become eligible for our monthly/quarterly drawings
“Soaring Staff” Days 1. Selected days will be announced that students will be given opportunity to acknowledge
staff members who “Soar to Success.” 2. All students will receive “Soaring Staff” certificates on designated days throughout the
year. The student will write a statement to a teacher/staff person of their choice related to the four expectations (Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, and Aim High)
3. Staff will then receive rewards for exemplifying positive behaviors.
Examples of the Rewards for Students
Weekly
Homework Pass
Office Helper
Video game lounge (during lunch)
Lunchtime movie with two friends
Monthly
Principal for the day
Classroom Movie
Gift Cards
Examples of Rewards for Staff
Early Dismissal Gift Cards (Dollar Tree, Dunkin Donuts)
Extra Prep No Staff Meeting
School Supplies Technology, Music or Books for Classroom
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Expectations By Location
School wide:
Respect yourself, others, and school property at all times.
School Uniform and ID should be worn at all times.
Keep electronic devices off and away.
All outerwear is to be stored in the lockers. Auditorium:
Enter and exit quietly, in an orderly fashion, with your teacher.
Remain seated during performances.
Be a quiet listener and observer.
Use appropriate audience responses. Bathroom:
Have an appropriate pass.
Flush the toilet and wash your hands.
Keep bathrooms clean.
Return to class quickly and quietly. Cafeteria:
Arrive on time.
Ask permission to leave your seat.
Line up in single file
ID worn around neck at all times.
Clean up your area.
Remain in your designated area until dismissal. Classroom:
Arrive to class on time and enter quietly.
Be prepared and ready to learn.
Follow the routines and rituals established by your teacher. Hallway/Stairwell:
Keep moving and WALK to the right.
Go directly to your destination.
Go to your locker at the designated times. Office:
Have a pass to enter.
Say “Hello,” “Goodbye,” “Please,” and “Thank-you.”
Sit quietly in designated waiting chairs.
Respect the privacy of others.
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Our library media center is open to all students everyday before school,
during lunch periods and after school.
Please check out maxsonbattlebooks.blogspot.com
Mrs. Celia Bouffidis—Librarian