September 2009

Chisago Lakes High School

Wisdom Integrity Leadership Dedication

Lesson #1: Wisdom

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Objectives: Students and teachers will be able to identify behaviors that demonstrate the expectation of Wisdom in the different school settings as outlined in the Go WILD teaching matrix. In addition, students and teachers will be able to identify and explain possible outcomes for positive behavior.

Materials: TV tuned into 73 for Wisdom video, Discussion Questions, Go WILD Matrix, Incentive Examples

Procedure:

• Introduce your advisement to the day’s topic by asking students to define the word “Wisdom” in their own words. Refer to the objectives listed above to further outline the day’s topic for students.

• Tune TV to 73 at 9:10 AM.

• Lead the class in a discussion regarding the video using the discussion questions listed on the following page.

** Note: Students may indicate that the Go WILD is unnecessary, since students

already know how to behave in school. This is a good springboard for discussion

and student input regarding the general behavior of students in the school. A

discussion may begin like this:

Student: Why are we doing this? We already know how we’re supposed to

act in school.

Teacher: I understand what you are saying, and I agree that many students know how to act in school. But let me ask you: Do students really act this way? For example, has your class ever been disturbed by loud noise or vulgar language as other students change classes? How did that affect your class’ lesson?

Entertain students’ ideas and questions. One of the key purposes of PBIS is to

build dialogue and relationships between students and teachers, and a discussion

such as this may give students a chance to express their opinions about how they

believe students should act.

• Show students copies of the different incentive cards (WILD Card, Cafeteria Coins, Bus Bucks). Explain how one might earn an incentive card and what they should do if they receive one.

** Note: Some students may find the incentive cards juvenile or unnecessary, and may vocally object to them. Again, this is an opportunity to discuss their opinions and suggestions. Several talking points here include:

  • Point out that the rewards associated with the incentive cards may be of interest to them, such as gift certificates, Wildcat gear, free beverages, and money off purchase in the cafeteria.
  • Discuss other rewards that may be used, such as a letter of acknowledgement for students who achieve a high number of incentive cards. Letters of commendation are vital for college or job applications, so all students can use them to further their future careers.
  • Remind students that they set the tone for the school. Ask them what type of school they would like to attend – one in which the focus is punishment or rewards. Perhaps a general setting of teachers acknowledging good behavior would be a better place to go to everyday than a place of constant negativity and punishment.

Chisago Lakes High School

Wisdom Integrity Leadership Dedication

Lesson #1: Wisdom

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Please use the following questions to guide a discussion about the video with your advisement students. Feel free to tailor the questions to draw on specific video scenes as you see fit.

  1. Have you seen behaviors similar to those on the video (either positive or negative) in our school? What messages do these behaviors send? What impact do negative behaviors have on our school as a whole?
  1. What other positive choices could have been made in the video when (specify a specific scene)? Remind students that in every situation there are a few negative choices they can make and oodles of positive ones! However, a positive choice is not necessarily the easiest to make. Why is that?
  1. What challenges do you face in meeting the “Wisdom” expectations or in helping others meet the “Wisdom” expectations?
  1. Why do you think we have behavior expectations in our school? What are the advantages of having these expectations and having them positively reinforced?
  1. Using the Go WILD teaching matrix as your guide, lead a discussion on how “Wisdom” may look in different school settings (especially those not covered in the video).

September 2009

Wisdom / Integrity / Leadership / Dedication
Classrooms /
  • Arrive quietly and on time
  • Be prepared with planner
  • Be organized
  • Stay on task and be attentive
  • Be reliable and consistent with assignments completed on time
/
  • Respect self, others and
property
  • Accept differences and include everyone
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Participate cooperatively
/
  • Help others
  • Stand up for others
  • Share materials
  • Be honest with
teachers, students and
guests in the classroom /
  • Come to class prepared
  • Complete homework
  • Stay on task
  • Follow directions
  • Be an active learner
  • Work to potential

Cafeteria /
  • Take only what you will eat
  • Clean off table
  • Bus and stack tray
  • Remain in cafeteria unless you have a pass
/
  • Wait your turn
  • Respect property and personal space
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Be patient
  • Only use your pin #
/
  • Help others
  • Sit by a peer who sits alone at lunch
  • Pick up a tray left behind by someone else
  • Be polite; say please and thank you
/
  • Bus and stack tray
  • Clean off table

Hallways /
  • Be in the right place at the right time
  • Walk
  • Be patient with those around
you /
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Keep traffic areas clear and allow space for others to pass comfortably
/
  • Help others
  • Be kind
  • Model courtesy and self
control /
  • Know and comply with school policies at all times
  • Go to class when the warning bell rings

Media Center and Computer Labs /
  • Use technology appropriately
  • Return materials in good condition
  • Stay on task
/
  • Respect property, self and others
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Be quiet and courteous
/
  • Help others
  • Share resources and materials
/
  • Observe Media Center and computer lab rules
  • Stay on appropriate sites and applications

Restrooms /
  • Flush toilet/urinal
  • Wash your hands
  • Use restrooms between
classes
  • Be quick
/
  • Respect the privacy of others
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Share sink, mirror and dryer
/
  • Report to an adult should someone be ill or need assistance
  • Be kind to others
/
  • Keep restroom clean and tidy

Extra Curricular
Activities /
  • Know and adhere to code of conduct
  • Practice good sportsmanship and audience courtesy
  • Be honest with coaches, teammates and officials
/
  • Respect self, others and facilities
  • Arrive on time to events
  • Use appropriate language, volume and tone
  • Keep comments positive
/
  • Encourage others
  • Share the spotlight
  • Help others achieve
success /
  • Be prepared
  • Be at all practices/events
  • Work hard and do your best

September 2009

Directions for advisement teachers: Please review the following Go W.I.L.D. Incentives listed below with your students following the Wisdom video and discussion questions. Students will need to know what these are, where and from whom they can earn them, and how to redeem the prizes. If you have any questions, please contact Shannon at ext. 2514.

Incentive Card / Location / From Whom? / How to Redeem
W.I.L.D. Card / Any location / Any staff member / Go to front office and spin Go WILD wheel for prize
Bus Bucks / Bus Line, Bus / Bus duty staff, bus drivers / Take “Bus Buck” to front office to enter in weekly raffle for prizes
Cafeteria Coins / Cafeteria / Food service staff, lunch room supervisors / Hand in cafeteria coin to food service staff to receive discount on lunch room purchase
Reserved Student Parking Raffle / Parking Lot / Ginger / Take ticket to front office to enter in weekly raffle for prizes

Go W.I.L.D. Student Incentives