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Behavior at GMS
What are Positive Behavior Interventions?
Put simply, it is a proactive approach to school-wide-discipline. This initiative is meant to reinforce the positive behaviors of students doing what is expected of them as well as supporting students needing extra assistance to reach the school wide expectations of being responsible, being ready, and being respectful. The goal of our program is to create a safe learning environment for all students so that more time can be spent on quality instruction.
Mission Statement
As a result of implementing PBIS in District #102, we will promote and enhance our school culture of:
- Being Respectful
- Being Responsible
- Being Ready
This will make life in the home, community, and school better for all.
GMS Tigers ROAR
Through the PBIS approach, this is what we try to instill in each of our student while in attendance here at GMS. ROAR stands for:
- Respectful
- Organized
- Accountable
- Responsible
GMS Behavior Matrix
The link below will take you to the GMS Behavior Matrix. This matrix defines the types of behaviors that we expect from our students in various places throughout our building. In essence, this creates the "curriculum" that will guide the teaching of the expected behaviors. This also enhances the communication among our staff and students in regards to what our behavior expectations are of our students.
The Road to Success – Tiger Tickets
Students earn Tiger Track Tickets for following school expectations and for meeting the quarterly focus goals. Tickets can be used for:
- Small weekly prize drawings
- Larger quarterly prize drawings
- Entry to quarterly Tiger Pride Celebrations
- End-of-year prize raffle
Quarterly Celebration:
Held if 85% of the school meets the quarterly behavior goal.
Students must also have 50 or fewer demerits in the quarter to participate.
The Tiger Tracks system promotes success in school by using a three-pronged approach, keeping students on the Tiger Track by avoiding common "detours" that alter the students course...
Detour 1 – Attendance Track
Goal: Reduce chronic absenteeism through proactive support, visible tracking, and recognition.
Tier 1 – For All Students
- Homeroom Attendance Boards track % attendance and positive behavior days.
- Monthly incentives: prizes, recess, shout-outs for 95%+ attendance (≤1 absence/month).
- Top Class Attendance Trophy every 2 weeks.
- Individual rewards for perfect or improved attendance.
Tier 2 – Early Intervention
- Triggered by set absence benchmarks (e.g., 2 absences by Sept 15, 4 by Oct 15).
- Bi-weekly check-ins with social worker/support staff.
- Positive family contact.
- Short-term attendance goals with progress reviews.
Tier 3 – Intensive Support
- Triggered by 20%+ absences or 6+ unexcused absences.
- Staff mentor assigned.
- Home visits to address barriers.
- Parent meetings to create action plans.
- Weekly progress tracking and possible community referrals.
Tiger Tracks Connection:
Tickets/points for perfect attendance, improvement, and combo goals (no referrals + good attendance).
Detour 2 – Behavior Track
Tier 1 Support
- Everyday Speech Curriculum
Demerits & Detentions
- Demerits reset each Monday.
- Demerits from substitute teachers are doubled.
- 10+ demerits in a week = detention.
- Detentions: Tuesday/Thursday, 2:40–3:30 PM. Parent provides transportation.
Tier 1 Behaviors – Minor infractions (1–5 demerits):
Examples: missing homework, tardies, gum/food outside cafeteria, mild language, not charging Chromebook, minor disruptions, dress code, cellphone misuse, hallway noise, horseplay, misuse of tech, etc.
Possible Consequences:
- Detentions
- Saturday Detentions
- In School Suspension
- Out of School Suspension
- Expulsion Hearing
Tigers On Track Club:
- 0–3 demerits/week = bonus tickets
- <12 demerits/month = monthly prize drawing
- Eligible each semester = semester party/reward
Tier 2 Behaviors – More serious; office or classroom handled:
- Examples: repeated defiance, inappropriate contact, minor vandalism, cheating, verbal bullying, repeated Tier 1 violations, skipping class.
- Possible consequences: detentions, ISS, Saturday school, cleanup, restitution, loss of privileges, bus suspension, behavior contract, referral to support team.
Tier 3 Behaviors – Most serious; handled in office:
- Examples: fighting, threats, sexual behavior, drugs, weapons, theft, major vandalism, repeated bullying or Tier 2 violations.
- Possible consequences: ISS, OSS, loss of 8th grade trip, expulsion hearing.
Detour 3 – Academic Track (MTSS)
Goal: Ensure every student gets the right help at the right time.
Process:
- Referral: After STAR testing, students below the 25th percentile or struggling are referred via MTSS form.
- Review: MTSS team meets every 8–10 weeks to review data and set goals/interventions.
- Tiers:
- Tier 1: Quality classroom instruction for all.
- Tier 2: Small group help several times a week during “study hall”
- Tier 3: Intensive daily help; parent meeting by year-end if no progress.
- Teacher Role: Identify students, refer when needed, bring data to meetings, and implement interventions.
- Family Communication: Parents notified at start, updated after each review, and meet for Tier 3 cases in May.
Bottom line: We track data, try targeted supports, and adjust so no student falls through the cracks
