Positive Behaviour for Learning Alison M Scicluna College
Positive Behaviour for Learning Alison M Scicluna College Prefect of Discipline B. Psy (Hons), MA. ISSS
The College Prefect of Discipline (CPD) shall endeavour to; uphold discipline as a POSITIVE VALUE, promoting the EDUCATIONAL and SOCIAL engagement of ALL students within the College schools.
Parenting Styles Authoritarian • Very strict • Absolute obedience to authority • Children have no say • Insecurity Permissive Authoritative • Very lenient • Set limits and Rules • No limits • Take children’s views into account • Children do what they want when they want • Unable to set boundaries • Communication & Control • Encourage independence
Discipline Tips Safe Environment Consistent Consequences Routines & Expectations Think ahead Set Limits & Rules Be flexible Do not give in Learn to ignore Immediate action Do not argue
Encouraging Good Behaviour Praise Pay Positive Attention Choices Fun Reward system
Ages 0 - 2 Avoid temptations Say ‘NO’ calmly and distract with another activity Time-Outs in a designated area No spanking or slapping Your behaviour must be Role-Model material.
Ages 3 - 4 Explain to the kids the expectations Structure, Routine and Boundaries Time-Outs free from distractions Recognise good behaviours Behaviour charts Do not use ‘Don’ts’
Ages 5 - 7 Time-Out Credibility Consistency and follow through Do not make unrealistic threats of punishments Huge punishments may take away your power as a parent
Ages 8 - 10 Do not let the kids on the loose Greater eye on the peers Natural consequences Eye on technology
Collaboration with the School Behaviour Policy • Set rules and guidelines that ensure order and safety • Clear expectations • Positive attention and Consequences
Collaboration with the School PUNCTUALITY APPEARANCE KEEPING THE SCHOOL INFORMED BRIDGING HOME & SCHOOL; TALKING TIME
Thanks so much for your ATTENTION Contact number: 21808527 Contact email: alison. scicluna. 2@ilearn. edu. mt
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