Behavior Scenarios

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During small group instruction, a student continually interrupts, makes noises, and distracts their peers despite multiple redirections. They refuse to follow the classroom social contract and ignore proximity or non-verbal cues.

Back

Classroom Managed

Front

A student refuses to follow teacher directions multiple times throughout the day (e.g., refusing to complete work, not lining up when asked, or walking away from the group). The behavior disrupts learning but does not pose an immediate safety risk.

Back

Classroom Managed

Front

A student aggressively hits, kicks, or bites another student or staff member with intent to cause harm. The student is out of control and is a danger to themselves or others.

Back

Referral

Front

A student, in frustration, throws a classroom object (such as a pencil, crayon, or small toy) but does not aim at or attempt to harm anyone. The student quickly calms down and resumes expected behavior after teacher redirection.

Back

Classroom Managed

Front

After being asked to clean up, a student throws a chair out of anger/frustration. The chair hits a table and not a person. What is the appropriate action?

Back

Referral

Front

A student impulsively hits another student (e.g., out of frustration or during play) but immediately stops when addressed by the teacher and follows directions to apologize or correct their behavior.

Back

Classroom Managed