BIP
Behavior Intervention Program
Mr. Dwyer
2012-2013
Dear Student,
Welcome to what I believe will be a successful school year for you. My main goal for
you to be successful in general education classrooms. This can happen by your choice to
increase appropriate behavior. As your teacher I will treat you with respect. This means not
yelling at or embarrassing you. I can’t make you do something you don’t want to do. I will
however, offer choices that give you the opportunity to be successful. You have a clean slate
and a fresh start this year. You can make this a positive experience!
As we go through this orientation I hope to learn more about you and I want you to
get to know me as well. This will be my 13th year of teaching and my 7th at Baytown Jr. I used
to live in South Dakota where I taught and coached high school wrestling. I’ve taught
Language Arts, PASS, and nearly every subject including working at a juvenile detention
center. I love sports, video games, and going to the beach! I’ve been married for 14 years and
have 3 boys ages 9 months, 6, and 1.
This power point presentation will guide you in the expectations and procedures of
the behavior program. You will also be introduced to the level system along with
consequences and incentives. You have the opportunity to improve your behavior at BJS.
Good luck!
Sincerely,
Mr. Dwyer
Ms. Ferrell
Today’s Orientation Schedule:
2012 BIP Daily Schedule:
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8:25-8:45 (Breakfast)
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8:45-9:51 (period 1) School announcements
and information.
• 8:25-8:45
a) Begin reporting to the BIP classroom.
b) Wait for staff to give you your breakfast.
c) Empowerment Conference
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9:55-10:58 (period 2) Introduction
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8:45-9:51(1st period- Language Arts)
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11:02-12:05 (period 3) History and Science
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9:55-10:58 (2nd period- Science)
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12:09-12:39 Lunch
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11:02-12:05 (3rd period- Social Skills/Elective
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12:43-1:46 (period 4) Math
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12:09-12:39 (Lunch)
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1:50-2:53 (period 5) Language Arts
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12:43-1:46 (4th period- History)
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2:57-4:00 (period 6) Social Skills Class
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1:50-2:53 (5th period- Math)
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4:00 Bus Dismissal/Review Point Sheets
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2:57-4:00 (6th period- Socials Skills/Elective
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4:00-Bus Dismissal/Review Point Sheets
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Entering the class- You enter the class like you would enter a class that’s already in progress.
Quietly! The door will almost always be locked so knock three times and wait patiently for a
staff member to open the door for you.
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Breakfast- A staff member will meet you at the bus stop and escort you to the BIP
classroom. You should tuck in your shirt and sit at your work area until a staff member gives
you breakfast. If your shirt is not tucked in you cannot leave the classroom to go to class
after breakfast. Raise your hand when you’re done eating and get permission to throw your
food away.
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Announcements & Pledge- When eating breakfast it should be quiet enough to hear
the announcements. When it comes time to do the pledges you need to stand up and
face the flags. If you do it you’ll earn points and if you don’t you may have to lose points
as a consequence.
• Bell work- Bell work is the first 10-15 minutes of class were you do a short
assignment social skill asignment on your own. You will earn points and an
A grade for sitting quietly and making an effort to do the bell work on your
own.
• Grading- Nearly half of your grade is based on effort. Your appropriate
behavior will earn you good grades! In the BIP classroom you will have a
mixture of work packets and computer based curriculum. Packets need to
be completed with a grade of 70% and above or they will be returned to
correct missed answers. The general ed. teacher and I will be giving you all
of your grades.
• Classes- If you are on the 1st level you will be in the BIP classroom all day or
specific classes. Students on the 2nd level will have earned classes outside of
the BIP classroom with monitoring and inclusion support. 3rd level students
will eligible to purchase tangible and edible rewards from the school store.
Your grade in “out classes” will be given by the “out class” teacher and I. If
you break your contract in the BIP classroom or general education
classroom you will move back 1 or 2 levels.
Pencil sharpening- Staff members will give you 2 sharpened pencils before 1st period. You are
responsible for these pencils and will need to purchase them with your points if you
misplace them. To sharpen your pencil you need to raise your hand and get permission.
Supplies- Most of your supplies will be provided by the BIP staff. A binder with paper and
assignments will be in your work area. You are responsible for damaged or lost books and
computers.
Restroom breaks- You may have to be escorted to the restroom. You can only use the restroom
at the designated times posted on your schedule. The hallways will be clear when you use
the restroom. You have 5 minutes. In case of an emergency you will get 3 passes per 6
weeks. Each pass used may cost points and a reward for not using the passes will be
provided. You need a doctor’s note if you have to use the restroom more than the times
provided.
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Leaving the classroom- If you are scheduled to go to an out class you need to be on
time! If you leave the room without permission you submit yourself to the school wide
rules and consequences from a principal or police officer. When leaving an out class you
need to be back to the BIP room before the bell rings. At the end of the day you need to
stay seated until you have permission to go. Staff will dismiss you not the bell.
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Movement in the BIP classroom- You need to stay seated in your work area at all times.
Students on the 2nd and 3rd level need to follow this rule in the BIP classroom. If you
have a question or need anything raise your hand and wait for a staff member to
respond. You need to raise your hand and get permission for everything.
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Turning in assignments- You will have a place at your work area to turn in assignments.
In out classes you can turn your assignments in and the teacher will record your grade
and give it to me at report card time. You’ll be given work by staff members that should
take the entire class period or day. If you don’t work the entire time you will need to
take it home for homework. Work that’s not completed or 70% and above will be given
back to you to finish that period, during your breaks including lunch and Social Skills.
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Work area use- If you damage your work area by writing on, climbing on, and pushing you
may get a ticket. Remember rule #5. You should never be in another student’s work area for
any reason. If you are we can only assume you’re cheating, stealing, or damaging the
property. I’ve taken pictures of each work area so I will know if you’ve damaged it!
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Absences- If you’re absent you will need to make up work for the day you missed and
turn it in by the ending of the following day. You can receive points for the day you’re
absent by turning in incomplete work. Missed work will be in your binder the next day.
You need to make up work any time you miss class including being late to school. This
includes being removed from the general ed. classroom. I need you to give me a signed
excuse to turn into the office. Remember if you miss too many days of school you may
have to repeat your grade over again or go to summer school.
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Walking in the hallways- When escorted in the hallways for any reason the staff
members will try to stay about 10 yards behind you so you won’t be embarrassed. If
you’re disruptive or walking/running too far in front of a staff member you will not be
allowed in the hallways unless they are empty. You will lose points and may not be able
to go to the cafeteria, gym, or out classes.
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Dress Code- You are expected to be in dress code at all times at Baytown Jr. Especially
when you leave the BIP classroom. Other teachers will sign your card and might not
allow you to attend their class if you’re not in dress code. Keep your shirt tucked in and
wear a belt! I have belts if you need them.
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Snacks: No gum, candy, pop or food allowed. There may be times where snacks are
allowed for the whole class during social skill activities. Level 3 students may get food
and drinks as a possible reward on Fridays. No one is allowed to store anything in the
staff refrigerator. You need a note from your doctor if you want to eat a snack during
our break times. Keep your area clean!
What happens if you don’t follow the
BIP procedures?
• Most of the time you’ll practice them until you
improve and are successful.
• For example, you may walk into the BIP classroom
talking or laughing.
A staff member will have you practice by stepping
outside and coming in the room again quietly.
• We don’t want to embarrass or punish you for not
following procedures
Rules and Consequences
GCCISD BIP Classroom Rules
High 5 for Success
1. Follow directions
2. Complete assignments as
instructed
3. Raise your hand and ask
permission to speak
4. Keep hands, feet, and
objects to yourself
5. Respect others and their
property
Possible Consequences:
• Loss of points which will hurt your
grades and keep you from advancing
to the next level.
• Having to do work while others
participate in activities.
• Restitution
• You won’t be able to go to out classes
or lunch in the cafeteria.
• Mediation Essays
• Verbal reprimand
• Sack lunch/d-hall
• Cool down time
• Social skill assignments
• School wide discipline
This is the
1st
ORIENTATION LEVELlevel of the 3 level system. This level is designed to teach the rules, the goals of the level
system, and the procedures of the BIP program.
Duration
• One to five days if you earn 75% of all possible points.
Guidelines
• Remain in study cubicle for all instruction and meals.
• Interaction only with staff members. You are not allowed to interact with other students at this
level.
• Supervised by staff members at all times including restroom breaks.
• Social skills and classroom lessons will be introduced.
• Point system and procedures introduced.
Point System
• I’ve included an example of a daily point sheet. You earn positive points for demonstrating
appropriate behavior and negative points for inappropriate behavior. These points can be used to
purchase rewards from the school store and other privileges and activities. If you earn negative
points you will practice replacing the negative behavior with the appropriate skills. The main way to
earn points is by being in your classes. You will have targeted behaviors and will meet with a staff
member before and after school every day to review and practice target behaviors.
PROGRESS LEVELThe goal of the 2nd level is to develop appropriate behavior and skills needed to
be successful in the general educational setting. Social skills and classroom
lessons continue while attending “out classes.”
Duration
Individualized in the Bridge Contract or plan. Behavior mastery of 75% or more
required.
Guidelines
*Lunch in the cafeteria.
*You can participate in classes outside the BIP classroom.
*You can go to all your classes including elective and after school programs.
*Students are still escorted most of the time.
*Interaction with other students should only occur when group activities are being
implemented by the teacher or other staff members.
*Bridge contracts will be introduced and set up at this level.
Bridge contracts:
We will sit down together and make some goals for you to achieve in your out classes.
Developing bridge contracts gives you an opportunity to prepare to return to the
regular ed. classroom. This could include visiting the classroom and meeting the
teacher to make and sign a contract.
MERIT LEVELThe goal of the 3rd level is for you to be in all “outclasses” without monitoring by behavior staff.
Duration
With appropriate behavior you can remain on the level indefinitely. Your contract, discipline referrals, and
teacher input will be used to review your progress weekly.
Guidelines
*You must earn 75% of your possible points per “out class” and in the BIP classroom or you’ll go back to level
1 losing classes for up to 5 days until you can try again.
*Progress level guidelines must continue to be followed in the BIP classroom.
*You will receive school wide discipline and self monitor.
*Preferred Activity Time (PAT) on Fridays can be earned at this level with rewards given for appropriate
behavior in “out classes.”
Preferred Activity Time
Computer time
Office/teacher aide
Games (outside, play station, board games)
McDonalds, Coke and other edible rewards
Listen to music
Watch a movie