Philosophy of Discipline
The staff at Mt. Washington provides each child with the opportunity for
academic success and social maturation. A child’s potential is seen as a precious
gift to be nurtured and supported by all the adults in that child’s
world. Consequently, the educational environment at our school is based on
mutual respect, an acceptance of shared responsibility and a continual communication
flow between the school and home. In sharing the responsibility for the education
of your child, the school stands ready to support and assist the academic
pursuits of your child here at school, and with you at home.
Disciplinary and Academic Interventions
Because the staff believes in the right of every child to be given the
opportunity to achieve, the focus in the classroom is on learning and not
on disruptive distractions.
Students who are frustrated with learning are gently redirected to different
and supportive approaches and methods designed for success. Students who cannot
stay focused on getting their education, or disrupt the educational climate
of others, will be offered choices designed to redirect their efforts.
These choices
may include:
• a different area in which to work within the classroom,
• a temporary assignment to a work space in another classroom,
• a phone call home to receive support and guidance from a parent/guardian,
• time out in the office and counseling from the principal.
If all of these interventions prove ineffective, the student may then find
himself/herself faced with disciplinary action
.
Positive Rewards for Good Conduct
The students at Mt. Washington are busy getting their education. Hard work
brings its own reward, but it also brings extra recognition and
opportunities at school.
Students who show kindness and consideration towards others can
earn a “Caught
Being Good” sticker. Students can also earn stickers
by being diligent workers, cooperative helpers, and positive
role models. Students may use these stickers to purchase items
in the student store during the bi-monthly visits.
Individual teachers may also have additional classroom rewards
for good conduct and consistent effort. As the positive incentive
program grows
at Mt. Washington,
we look forward to designing and offering students an array of
varied rewards for a job well done.
Character Pledge
Your
child’s education is our number one
priority. The staff and students have adopted the following pledge as a way
of expressing a deep
commitment to
the development of potential:
Mustang Character Pledge
I pledge to be a Champion for Character
I will be worthy of Trust.
I will be Respectful and Responsible,
doing what I must.
I will always act with Fairness.
I will show that I Care.
I will always be a good Citizen,
and always do my share.
Revised 8.23.2007