Research Suggests.....

Well-Disciplined Schools Feature:

A school wide emphasis on the importance of learning and intolerance of conditions which inhibit learning.
Delegation of discipline authority to teachers.
Have a high level of communication and partnership with the communities they serve.

Disciplined Schools Strive For:

Engage school- and community-wide commitment to establishing and maintaining appropriate student behavior in school and at school-sponsored events.
Praise students regularly and consistently for demonstrating effective learning behaviors.
With input from students, develop clear behavioral rules and procedures and make these known to all stakeholders in the school, including parents and community.
Work to improve communication with and involvement of parents and community members in instruction, extracurricular activities, and governance.
Enforce classroom rules promptly, consistently, and equitably from the very first day of school.
Create a school environment that reinforces students for being on time for class ready to learn.
Communicate easily with students and parents regarding student behavior.
Intervene quickly; do not allow behavior that violates school or classroom rules to go unchecked.