The Meadows Elementary
Parent Newsletter - December 2019
Communication & Information
● Teacher, School and District Websites
● TME Facebook
● TME Twitter Account
● Newsletters, Information and Flyers (Printed)
A phone call or an email is also an efficient way to communicate with our school or your child’s teacher. Please remember that our teachers are with students throughout the day and will return the call/email as soon as they are able.
Enjoy your holiday!
Former Student
Celebrating the Holidays
Special Thanks!
Ready…set…action!
Teaching good behavior doesn’t just mean telling children how to act. It also means showing them by being a good role model.
Here are 5 tips for being a good role model:
- Be Honest: Always be honest and don’t be afraid to admit when you are wrong.
- Use good manners. Say “please” and “thank you” often.
- Be respectful. Don’t gossip or say mean things about other people.
- Be a good listener. Don’t interrupt others when talking.
- Handle conflicts calmly. Work with the other person to find a solution. Don’t react in anger.
Praise me, please!
All children love positive, specific feedback. But just saying “Good Job” can get old - for you and your child.
Here are a few unique ways to give praise:
· That was very thoughtful of you.
- You’re really getting the hang of it now!
- How responsible of you. You’re really growing up!
- I couldn’t have done that better myself!
- I can see you really put a lot of effort into that.
- I like how you [cleaned your room, took turns, etc.]
Your [patience, hard work, etc.] amazes me.
Calling all Volunteers!!!
Volunteers are very important partners in supporting the educational programs and activities in DeSoto ISD.
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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support
PBIS is a process that teaches children how to behave appropriately by focusing on teaching, practicing, recognizing and rewarding the expected behavior. Research shows that when behavioral expectations are clearly established and taught in the home, children’s problem behavior is prevented or reduced. In order for PBIS to be successful at The Meadows, we need your help. Below is a list of suggestions of how you can help support PBIS:
- Remind your child of the Meadows Expectations on a daily basis (before leaving for school is a great time to review these) Ask what does it mean to be ready? What does it mean to be respectful? What does it mean to be responsible?
- Use the same language that is being used at school with your child. Develop a behavior matrix at home using the Meadows Expectations. List all the routines in your home and then write the behaviors you want to see in that setting. Remember to keep it positive.
- Ask your student if they received any Darden Bucks each week and how they earned them!
- Once expectations have been established, establish a reward system. That way your child can be recognized for using the preferred behavior.
HOME MATRIX TIPS:
● Clear Expectations: Make sure expectations are taught and discussed with all members of the family. (Meet as a family to discuss these.) Key to success is having contributions from everyone in the family.
● The listed expectations should fit all family members. Center the matrix around the expectations in the home, rather than focusing only on problematic behaviors.
● Use positive language. (Example: rather than “No slouching at dinner table” state “Sit up straight”)
● Role-play/practice the expected behavior