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Disruptive Behavior: Constant Tardiness (A student with this problem might…
Disruptive Behavior: Constant Tardiness
Tier 1 Interventions (Broad, classwide)
Tier 2 Interventions
Tier 3 Interventions
Strategy:
If tier 2 interventions fail, it's time to dig deeper. Arrange an in-person meeting with the parents, and really try to understand where the source of the problem is. Emphasize the severity of the problem, and try to work out a mutually agreed upon action plan.
Develop a clear, individualized schedule with the student, coordinating with other teachers as necessary. Make sure the student's day is completely structured, and that they understand this structure. This can be integrated into a "Check in Check out" intervention, outlined here:
http://www.pbisworld.com/tier-2/check-in-check-out-cico/
Keep in close contact with parents. Introduce a daily behavior form system (
http://www.pbisworld.com/tier-2/daily-behavior-form/
), and make sure the parents sign the document every day.
If the sources of the tardiness are emotional/mental in nature, and
if
parents/relevant authorities agree to it, refer the student to a counsellor for support to tackle the root of the problem.
Data Tracking:
Daily behavior chart, clear schedule with check in points
Strategy:
If a student is persistently tardy, it's crucial to understand
why
. Is it depression? No reliable transport to school? Laziness/boredom? Coordinating with the proper administrators, organize a one-on-one meeting with the student, or even simply chat with them after class. Let them know you're concerned and want to help. Maybe it's a simple problem that can be easily rectified. It's also worthwhile having a generic chat with the whole class about the importance of punctuality, if it's a group of students who have a tardiness problem.
At this point it's worth involving the student directly in monitoring their tardiness. A simple measure might be to use the "X Effect", outlined here:
http://drew.agilelearningcenters.org/how-to-make-or-break-a-habit-in-50-days-with-the-x-effect/
Keep the X-Effect sheet on hand in class and make sure the student fills it out appropriately every day. Depending on age/motivation of the student, have a small prize arranged for filling out an entire card successfully. This adds an element of self-initiative/responsibility on the part of the student.
If multiple students have this issue, this strategy can be easily scaled to account for small groups of kids.
Data Tracking:
The X-Effect card is essentially self-monitored data tracking and provides an easy visualization of what's going on.
Strategy:
Establish clear, classwide expectations from the get-go. Make sure everyone is familiar with the daily routine and stick with it. Let the class know what "the plan" is, and make a schedule. This ensures there are no excuses for not knowing what's expected or planned.
There may be a school-wide "tardy slip" system, which allows students X amount of tardy arrivals before harsher measures kick in. Make sure students are aware of this system and that you will be enforcing it.
Let students know you understand that sometimes tardiness and absences are unavoidable (bad weather, sickness, etc). Handle situations on a case to case basis and be lenient if there is a
legitimate
reason.
Data Tracking:
A school-wide tardy slip system is the best way to document this and monitor if a student is developing a habit of tardiness.
A student with this problem might...
Take frequent bathroom breaks
Be disorganized, irresponsible
Frequently arrive late
Be easily distracted, absent-minded
Disruptive Behavior: Failure to Turn in Work
Tier 1 Interventions (Broad, classwide)
Tier 2 Interventions
Tier 3 Interventions
Strategy:
For students who are consistently disorganized or never turn in work, mentoring is not a bad idea. A personal mentor can establish a personalized plan for staying on top of homework and coordinate directly with parents after regular meetings with the student. Mentoring also establishes a sense of accountability while helping students feel like someone "has their back".
Keep in close contact with parents. Introduce a daily behavior form system (
http://www.pbisworld.com/tier-2/daily-behavior-form/
), and make sure the parents sign the document every day.
If the sources of the tardiness are emotional/mental in nature, and
if
parents/relevant authorities agree to it, refer the student to a counsellor for support to tackle the root of the problem.
Data Tracking:
Daily behavior chart; perhaps other measures introduced by the mentor.
Strategy:
Again, try to understand the
why
. What's going on in the background that is preventing students from turning in work? Speak with them and try to find out. If they are unmotivated, try to understand why and make the necessary changes in class to mix things up. If they simply need a bit of one-on-one time to better understand the material, set aside some office hours for students to come in and hash out material they have trouble understanding.
Introduce organizational tools to the class to help absent-minded/frazzled students stay on top of their busy schedules. Depending on context, this may be as simple as a pair of To Do/Done folders, checklists, planners, or more organized containers for them to place their school things.
All these strategies could also be a tier-1 intervention and apply to the whole class.
Data Tracking:
Give students/parents access to clear checklists/deadlines with all the assignments the student needs to do. Update the checklists frequently and keep in contact with parents.
Strategy:
As always, establish clear, classwide expectations from the get-go. Set up straightforward deadlines and put up visual reminders in the classroom (e.g. calendar showing when assignments are due). Make sure all materials students need to complete assignments are easily accessible.
Stress in class that the important part is that everyone is making progress. Emphasize that as long as
something
is turned in, and that something is an improvement over last time, that's all that matters. Students should be willing to go to you for help, while understanding that there are consequences for not putting in their best effort.
Data Tracking:
A transparent homework grading/turn-in system can go a long way in tracking who's on point and who's falling behind. If the school implements some sort of system such as Turnitin, or even an educational equivalent to monday.com, that would be best. TeachNow seems to have a system somewhat like this.
A student with this problem might...
Have a disorganized locker/bag
Have little initiative/trouble following through
Not turn in assignments
Disrupt class in order to avoid work