Here are the things that our meeting came up with. I am sharing them because I think a couple of the ideas are very cool. DS7 did really well on his first day with this:
1. Utilize pre-testing to determine DS7's present levels of performance at the onset of a new unit. Use test data to differentiate instruction in an attempt to keep DS7 academically engaged, focused, and on task.
2. Implement a "trip stick" program in class. DS7 will be able to use 3 "trip sticks" daily for a 5 minute period of reading in Mrs. K's book nook. "Trip sticks" will be utilized by DS7 when he is feeling overwhelmed and needs to calm himself down.
3. Introduce a new behavior plan. DS7 will participate in a check in/check out behavior plan. He will be held accountable for all behaviors and will be responsible for getting his chart filled out throughout the school day across all environments. DS7 will take home a copy of each daily sheet to be signed by mom.
4. Maintain high expectations for DS7's academic performance. DS7 will complete a self-assessment rubric when completing classwork to make sure that he is always giving 100%. This will also help with DS7's self-monitoring skills.
5. Give DS7 responsibilty. DS7 will act as a class timekeeper. He will follow the posted daily schedule and provide a 5 minute warning before transitions. This job will provide DS7 with added responsibility and help to decrease anxiety over transition. Mrs. K may also allow DS7 to share a special fact at each 5 minute warning.
