Reward

So, we planned our first reward. The fourth grade teachers were SO EXCITED! We have so many students who are working hard, making responsible choices, and being successful. We had our plan in place, we were walking to Trimble Park in Milaca.

We checked the weather, and rain was forecasted for the afternoon. We looked at our schedule, shifted around some details, and contacted the staff involved.

It was a foggy, humid day, when we arrived at school. Ms. Leom was hopeful. She brought her walking shoes ...

Then there was a rumble, a flash, and ...

rain.

We needed a back up plan.

Ms. Prose showed the movie, Brave. Mr. Lundeen showed the movie, Wreck it Ralph. Mr. Greninger showed the movie, G-Force. Students who had their Responsibility Cards, had all their learning completed, and had no Stop and Think 10s or Referrals were invited to choose a movie.

Students who were unable to attend a movie, were invited into Mrs. Arens or Mrs. Leom's classrooms. We helped students find copies of the necessary materials, provided a quiet place to work, and reteaching or other academic support so students would be on track to participate in the new reward opportunity. Missing a reward to work with Ms. Leom or Mrs. Arens is not a punishment. We are aware all of our fourth graders are "good kids". The students working in our rooms were unable to complete the work at home or during the school day for various reasons. They need time and support, and this is an opportunity to provide the tools of time and help they need to be successful.

Our next reward period begins immediately. New Responsibility Cards were handed out to students. All students have "clean slates" and a new opportunity to earn the next reward. Missing work that was not completed during this time, was changed to a zero, so they don't continue to fall behind (the students in Ms. Leom's room all finished their work during the time today).

Congratulations to the success of all of our fourth grade learners!!