P.A.W.S.

Positive. Attitude. Work Ethic. Success

Discovery Lab School

Greetings Discovery Lab Community,

The Discovery Lab community is committed to educational excellence!

Recently the PBIS team has attended trainings addressing school climate. Our district is

committed to PBIS( Positive Behaviors Interventions and Supports.)

A few foundation stones of an excellent learning environment consist of; clear

expectations, mutual respect and compassion. These characteristics support a thriving

learning environment. In order to promote respect and compassion it is essential that we

teach and model these concepts and have common clear expectations for all.

We will continue to teach common expectations using an element of our mascot, Cougar

PAWS.

PAWS

P. The P stands for a Positive Learning Environment. Where students and staff arrive

each day, ready to learn, and support each other to achieve the learning objectives that are

stated in each classroom. The expectation is that each person be supportive and ready to

learn….this may look different for each grade level or each class but the common

expectation can be seen everywhere at the school.

A. The A is for Attitude. Our attitude about being here is reflected in everything we do

and say. We sometimes have to check our attitude and adjust our sights to have a positive

and respectful attitude. “I can do hard things” is the mindset we want to foster.

W. The W is for Work Ethic. Be responsible. A high work standard says “I will take

care of our work environment in every way possible”, from the desk I sit at, to the lunch

room and the school campus. You will see our work ethic reflected in the things we

produce. We will do our best.

S. The S is for Success. My efforts create quality work and a safe learning environment.

I create success for myself, my classmates and my teachers by doing my best everyday

and in everyway! I am a team learner! I am a successful learner!

“PBIS” is short for Positive Behavioral Intervention and

Supports. This language comes directly from the 1997

reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities

Education Act (IDEA).

PBIS is used interchangeably with SWPBS, which is short

for “School-wide Positive Behavior Supports.”

PBIS is based on principles of applied behavior analysis

and the prevention approach and values of positive

behavior support.

• PBIS makes decisions from data that impacts our school.

• PBIS is about creating safer and more effective schools. Growth Mindset. Paradigm shift.

• PBIS is about teaching and supporting positive behavior for all students.

• PBIS takes 3 – 5 years to implement at all levels, with on going support.

• PBIS is a SCHOOL-WIDE design for discipline.

• PBIS is team-based systematic planning.

• PBIS is for (and by) ALL students, ALL staff, and in ALL

settings with parent/family support and input.

• PBIS provides a clear structure for a positive school climate.

• PBIS is a living part of our school and evolves with us based

on data and need.

DLS Cougars……

P. We are positive learners…

A. We strive to have a positive attitude…

W. We have a high work ethic…

S. We are successful and safe…

Discovery Lab School Core Values

Stated in a simple acronym PAWS

How we do things at the Lab the PBIS way

With respect for all at all times…..

We model what we say and what we want from

students always and everywhere.

We teach what we expect in all school domains,

we acknowledge efforts with recognition, cougar

bucks and PAWS. We have drawings and

assembles.

We teach, we coach, we re-teach we display in

posters and videos…

We celebrate…we reward, we expect and hold

acontable

DLS PBIS Expectations Matrix

PAWSClassroom Assembly Bathrooms Transition Areas

Positive Learner

is Responsible

Listen and follow teacher instructions

Use expected voice level Come to class ready to learn Be on time Participate

Respond to: May I have your attention please?

Be a positive audience member

Hats off Throw away gum

Knock before entering the Bathroom if the door is closed

Use the bathrooms when appropriate

Be where you are supposed to be Benches and Tables are for sitting,

with feet on the ground Keep hands, feet, and objects to

yourself

Attitude of

Respect

Give it your best! Have a growth mind set. “I can

do hard things” Be a team member, support a

positive learning environment Be respectful at all times

Treat others with respect

Voice level 0 during presentation

Respect the privacy of others

Be respectful at all times

Follow directions Use Level 2 voice Return equipment to cart

Work Ethic

Do Your Best

Take care of your classroom Come to class prepared with

learning tools (pencil, book, homework, etc)

Never give up!

Stay seated on your bottom

Criss cross, hands in your lap

Sit with your grade level

Be sure to flush Hand towels are disposed

in the garbage can Wash your hands after

using the bathroom

Throw away trash Line up quickly and quietly

Successful and

Safe

I am a DLS student I have pride in all I do I am a valuable member of the

DLS learning community I will do my part

Be safe Walk Enter and leave in an

orderly way

Be safe at all times Obey speed limit – WALK Keep personal space Stay where a para can see you

DLS PBIS Expectations Matrix

PAWSLunchroom Office Playground Bus

Positive Learner

is Responsible

Follow directions and listen to adults

Raise your hand for help Level 2 Voice All food is eaten in the Gym

Have a pass to be in

the office

Check in the office if

late or leaving early

Use voice level 2

Follow all game rules Play fair, play fun,

everyone plays with everyone

Return all playground equipment

Remain in designated pick up

areas

Attitude of

Respect

Treat others with respect Stay seated on your bottom at

your table, feet on the floor

Always be respectful

Efficiently take care of

business

Treat others with respect Follow directions of adult

supervisors

Follow directions

Work Ethic

Do Your Best

Keep your area clean Empty and stack your tray Sit with your grade level

Wait your turn

Stay in designated

wait aera

Use words to solve problems

Stay in designated play areas

Use equipment appropriately

Treat school property with

respect

Successful and

Safe

Walk Keep hands and feet to yourself Enter and leave in an orderly

way

Enter and leave in an

orderly way

Stay in your own

personal space

Play safe at all times Pay attention to whistle

signal

Use the cross walk and follow

directions of supervisor

DLS PBIS Expectations Matrix

PAWSPE Library Music Food Serving Area

Positive Learner

is Responsible

Listen to instructions Follow directions of the Activity

Follow directions at

all times

Use expected voice

level

Be ready to

participate in library

activity

Always do your best

Come to class prepared

Follow the directions of

the teachers

Follow the directions of the

supervisors

Use a voice level 2 unless

directed to use other voice level

Be ready to move through the

food line

Attitude of

Respect

Give it your best! When music stops, freeze

Always have a

respectful mindset

Be a team member

Always respect your

instrument

Always respect others

Be respectful of the food

Be respectful of others

Keep hands and feet to your

self

Work Ethic

Do Your Best

Use equipment responsibly Clean up materials

Use equipment in a

responsible manner

Clean up after

yourself

Be ready to participate

practice

Use both hands to carry your

tray

Wait to eat when you get to the

eating area

Pick up any dropped food or let

an adult know

Successful and

Safe

Keep hands and feet to yourself Treat others the way you would

want to be treated

Keep hands and feet

to yourself

Enter and leave in an

orderly way

Always be safe with

your instrument and

others

Follow the rules at all

times

Wait you turn

Be ready to provide check out

information if needed

Why?

Encourage our students to consistently demonstrate DLS PBIS core values.

Who?

All staff (teaching, office, building service, cafeteria, bus driver and substitute teachers) should be awarding PAWS to students.

Discovery Lab Cougars

Caught doing the right thing

Name:________________________Grade_____

P.A.W.S

I am a Positive Learner. I am Prepared.

I have a Positive Attitude. I help others.

I am a Positive Worker. I do my best.

I am ready to learn!

I can solve problems!

I am Successful!

Discovery Lab Middle School Cougars

Caught doing the right thing

Name:________________________Grade___

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