Welcome to the world of behavior calendars, the perfect tool to encourage positive behavior and stay on top of student expectations. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or parent, a behavior calendar is an essential resource for managing daily school life.
Overview
A behavior calendar is a visual representation of a behavior management system that allows you to track and communicate important information about a student's behavior. It is a straightforward way to document and communicate student behavior and is particularly useful for teachers who have a self-contained or departmentalized classroom. The calendar is an editable document that can be customized to fit your unique classroom needs.
Features
Customizable
The beauty of a behavior calendar is its ability to be customized to fit your specific classroom rules and expectations. You can add your own text boxes to remind yourself of important information, such as holidays or field trips, and you can even change the behavior codes as often as needed.
Easy to Use
The behavior calendar is easy to use. Simply print a copy of the calendar for each student, and they can color in the calendar to match the color they reached on the previous day's behavior clip chart. A quick numeric code is provided for the teacher to document the reason for a change on the clip chart.
Effective Communication
With a behavior calendar, you can effectively communicate daily behavior expectations to both students and parents. The calendars stay in a folder or binder and can be used to document behavior, making it a valuable tool for tracking student progress and ensuring that you are meeting the needs of your students.
Benefits
Positive Reinforcement
A behavior calendar can be a powerful positive reinforcer for good behavior. When students see their hard work recognized with colorful days on their calendar, they are likely to continue their positive behaviors.
Parental Involvement
A behavior calendar also promotes parental involvement. Parents can watch their child's progress and contribute to a positive learning environment by initialing each night.
Improved classroom Management
Ultimately, a behavior calendar can improve classroom management. By providing a clear record of behavior, it can help you make informed decisions about how to address any challenges that arise in your classroom.
How to Use
To use a behavior calendar, start by printing a calendar for each student. Review the calendar together with the student and discuss any changes in behavior, celebrating successes and gently reminding of expectations. Encourage the use of the calendar as a tool to self-reflect and take ownership of one's actions.
##, a behavior calendar is an essential tool for anyone involved in managing school behavior. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or parent, a behavior calendar provides a visual reminder of important information and enables you to effectively communicate and reinforce positive behavior.
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For more detailed information and instructions on how to use the behavior calendar, as well as examples of how it can be customized to fit various classroom settings, visit our comprehensive guide available here.
