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Core Beliefs
In August, the Scott Middle School staff began the process of establishing a set of core beliefs that will act as a cornerstone of an effective discipline plan. This process began at our staff development meetings prior to the start of the school year. In groups, staff members discussed a list of core beliefs taken from Jim Fay's Love and Logic program. They were then given the task of coming to a consensus on 4 to 5 of the beliefs. The school's Positive Behavior Support Committee then compiled these beliefs. The original list of 20 or so core beliefs was pared down to the 8 to 10 beliefs that received consensus from the staff. From there the 8 to 10 beliefs were taken back to the respective grade level teams for their input then brought back to the committee by each team's representative. This information was then used to create a set of core beliefs that reflect the attitude of the Scott staff.
WE BELIEVE THAT...
Preserving and or enhancing a student's self respect and dignity are essential to a successful disciplinary action.
Discipline should be considered an opportunity for personal growth, rather than a bad thing that should never happen.
Students should be responsible for solving their own problems with adult guidance, provided the solution does not create a problem for others.
Students should face consequences instead of punishment whenever possible and that the adults' emphasis should be placed on learning new behaviors instead of "paying" for past deeds.
