Parents,

This past week I started a new way to let the students each take responsibility for their daily behaviors. They are each tracking on a “report card” (half sheet) document which asks them 7 questions that they are to honestly answer.

These are the questions. 1.  I followed expectations (no, sometimes, yes) 2. I participated in assigned lessons (no, sometimes, yes) 3. I participated well during work cycle (no, sometimes, yes) 4. I cooperated with others (no, sometimes, yes) 5. I respected the property of others (no, sometimes, yes) 6. I did not disrupt or distract the classroom (no, sometimes, yes) 7. I am happy with my behavior (no, sometimes, yes)

At the end of the day, I ask each of the students to fill this out. I am keeping them for our PTC.  Each student has a manila folder which has their name on it. It will have some of their work they will share with you. This will include: writing, drawing, math, various assignments they have worked on.

I am really trying to help them to be accountable for their “own” behavior and the effort they put forth each day to do their “best” work.

I wanted to have you aware of this so you will know that you will be able to see this documentation when you come to visit.

Thank you for helping your student to do his/her best everyday and to be responsible as they learn to be independent in their environment.

Ms. Leslee and Ms. Susan