Policy 4373 – Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools.
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Transcript of Policy 4373 – Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive Schools.
Policy 4373 – Expected Behavior in Safe and Supportive
Schools
West Virginia Board of Education Goals
1. All students will meet or exceed state, national and international curriculum standards that incorporate the acquisition of 21st century skills through engaging opportunities in (all subjects)...
2. All students will develop the personal skills and dispositions of wellness, responsibility, self-direction, ethical character, cultural awareness and good citizenship in an environment that is caring and safe.
3. All student will graduate from high school prepared for post-secondary education and career success through personalized pathways and guidance that focus students on productive and satisfying lives.
Policy 4373Revision Process - 2011
Stakeholder Involvement
• More than 1,000 individuals participated in presentations
• Google docs site – participant feedback
• WVDE stakeholder group
Policy 4373 Revision TimelineCompletion Date Policy Tasks Professional
Development TasksJune 1, 2011 Complete draft Initiate creation of
training modulesUp through September 1, 2011
Circulate draft to stakeholder groups for feedback through summer meetings
Continue development of training modules with flexibility in areas that may changeSeptember 2011
Board MeetingPlace policy on public comment for 60 days
December 2011 Board Meeting
Approve policy with effective date of July 2012
Finalize on-line training modules
January 1, 2012 Post on-line training modules; provide on-site assistance to counties to support policy implementation
Spring 2012
Change in Policy Perspective
Change in Policy Format
Chapter 1 (pg. 7-17)Expected Student Dispositions
• Self-awareness and self-management• Social awareness and interpersonal
skills• Decision making skills and responsible
behaviors
Note: These are addressed in multiple content standards (page 8)
Grades 2-4 Self-awareness and self-managementObjectives Students will:2-4.1.01 Describe a range of emotions and the situations that cause them.
2-4.1.02 Describe and demonstrate ways to express emotions in a socially acceptable manner.
2-4.1.03 Describe personal skills and interests that one wants to develop.
2-4.1.04 Describe the steps in setting and working toward goal achievement.
2-4.1.05 Describe and demonstrate ways that healthy habits contribute to goal achievement.
Example Behaviors that Document Mastery of Self-awareness and Self-management
Individual Behavior:Complete work on timeInternalize class routinesMaintain good groomingMaintain healthy habits
Initiative Interaction:Make relevant remarks during classroom discussionExpress emotions in non-violent waysChoose activities that express one’s interests and strengthsAsk peers for helpMake invitations
Responsive Interaction:Listen when others speakParticipate in group activitiesHelp peers when askedAccept ideas different from one’s ownInteract appropriately with adultsExpress sympathyFollow verbal and written directions
Chapter 2 (pg. 18-21)Student Rights & Responsibilities
Updated content from Policy 4372• Rights • Inquiry and Expression• Student Groups• Extracurricular Activities• Privacy• Searches and Seizure• Child Abuse Prevention
Chapter 3 (pg. 22-42)Planning for Policy Implementation
Distinct responsibilities (WVDE, RESA, County BOE and school)•Policy Development•Partnership Development•Training and Technical Assistance•Policy Dissemination and Training•Implementation Plan (County and School)•Evaluation of Effectiveness
Note: Specific West Virginia Code requirements are listed at the end of each section.
Chapter 4 (pg. 43-63)Inappropriate Behavior and Meaningful
Interventions and Consequences• Safe and supportive schools respond
immediately and consistently to all inappropriate behaviors
• This policy classifies and defines four levels of inappropriate behaviors
• Out of school suspensions is not an optional consequence for Level 1 behaviors or Level 3 Substance Abuse behaviors
• County policies may reclassify Levels 2 and 3 inappropriate behaviors
Chapter 4 (Continued)OSS Data for 2009-2010
Total OSS Proposed Level 1 OSS
Level 1 OSS Breakdown
46,303 8,834 Failure to attend/complete detention 2,213
Profane language/ gesture 1,812
Possession/use of tobacco products 1,187
Skipping class/school 1,131
Leaving school grounds 733
Antisocial conduct 660
Tardiness 447
Inappropriate personal property 411
Display of affectionate behavior 132
Inappropriate wearing apparel 46
Cheating 38
Trespassing 14
Vehicle parking violation 10
Chapter 4 (Continued)
• Use of physical punishment prohibited• Use of restraint • Alternative education for disruptive students• Collaboration with law enforcement
Chapter 5 (pg. 64-66)Procedures for Addressing Allegations of
Inappropriate Behaviors • All school employees are responsible for
assuring a safe and supportive school climate• All inappropriate behaviors observed by
students or public guests must be reported to the appropriate personnel
• County BOE’s shall develop procedures for reporting complaints , investigating allegations of inappropriate behaviors and preventing reprisals
• Special considerations
Chapter 6 (pg. 67-71)Procedures for Taking Action on
Substantiated Inappropriate Behaviors• Proactive and preventive in determining
meaningful interventions and consequences• Provide definitions and guidelines for
exclusion, suspension and expulsion• Clarification on suspension and attendance• Special considerations• Reporting procedures• Appeals procedures
Chapter 6 (cont.)Reporting
• Redesign of WVEIS Discipline Reporting System
• Teacher, principal and superintendent entry• Quick report capabilities