Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Go Back                 Case Posted on September 30, 2022 2:27 am Add to Favorites qeSyJu Reps: 45 Student Doesn't Care I have a student in my class who doesn't seem to care about punishments or phone calls with parents. They are an issue in class; when they don't get their way, they resort to getting physical with others. I don't know how to handle them in my class. I want them to try to utilize other options, like using their words or taking a deep breath when they feel upset, but I want to know if anyone has any other suggestions.                 Submit a Possible Solution Please read response(s) below (if any) before posting your solution.                 Solution 1 Posted October 5, 2022 11:31 pm ajeHaM Reps: 40 One approach would be to start by reaching out to the student, build that rapport with them. Are there any activities that they appear to enjoy? Compliment them on some of their abilities. Try to slowly change your perception from a punisher to someone who wants to help. Then, when the student opens up you can understand their causes of their misbehavior. Based on what you stated--the student not caring about phone calls with their parents--could potentially suggest that there could be something a problem beyond what you see in class. Perhaps there is conflict at home. But you won’t know until you try to get close to the student. If you still have trouble with the student, consider contacting someone in the office like a counselor, who can try to get close with the student. Votes: +12 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 2 Posted October 10, 2022 10:54 pm Sophia Sunyak Reps: 200 Questions you may want to ask: What is this student's home life situation? Does this student have any siblings that you could talk to? Do they have an IEP or 504 Plan? Are there accommodations that could help the student "blow off steam" such as Brain Breaks, carpet square, fidget toys, etc? Do you have a social worker at your school that is able to do a home visit? Don't give up. These are the students that seem to need us the most. Votes: +9 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 3 Posted October 13, 2022 5:59 pm Andrea Reps: 100 I think that the best solution would be to reach out to the school social worker or counselor and seek guidance. Try talking to the student privately and see if you can come to a conclusion as to why the student is having so many issues in your classroom. If this does not work, try setting up a meeting with the parents, this might indicate possible reasons for why the student is acting this way in class. Student's behavior sometimes stems from the people they live with and how they act, meeting the students parents may lead to a conclusion on that. Votes: +5 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 4 Posted October 11, 2022 3:41 am Pearl Reberkenny Reps: 205 I think by having some personal one on one time with the student to see when these misbehaviors happen, you can notice the signs. I would maybe initiate like a calm corner/safe space for the student so that if they need to calm down they have space comfortable and welcoming to them. I think one way to calm down the child is to maybe have a set time of how long they need to have a calm body. I worked with kids over the summer with similar circumstances and making them have a complete 2 minute calm period may take a while to achieve but it is successful in bringing down that behavior. Votes: +4 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 5 Posted October 14, 2022 12:04 pm GebyXu Reps: 203 I suggest meeting with the student privately and begin building a positive relationship. Focus on the student's strengths. Many times as educators we are unaware of what are students' home lives are like. Also, address the student's behavior privately and not in front of the class. Votes: +3 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 6 Posted October 14, 2022 12:01 pm eSysyv Reps: 213 Depending on the age, I would try what you suggested and have the student do things like breathing exercises to calm them down or tell them to remove themselves from around others when they start to feel mad. If this is in an elementary school setting and they are getting physical with their peers I would explain to them that we do not put our hands on others making sure they know that those are classroom rules that come with consequences for breaking them. I would also try to reach out to the parents and try to work on a plan together on how you both can help this student or reach out to the guidance counselor and principal if issues still occur. Votes: +2 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 7 Posted October 14, 2022 5:03 am naJyGa Reps: 46 Not having parental support in situations such as these makes it more difficult to correct the behaviors. I would suggest identifying a figure (ideally within the school) whether it be a teacher or another faculty member that the student is receptive to and respects. Conversing with them to gain a better understanding of the student and how to communicate with them could be beneficial even though improvements might take time to notice; it is an investment. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 8 Posted October 14, 2022 12:46 pm GebyXu Reps: 203 A suggestion I have is to recognize the antecedent and incorporate the 3-2-1 strategy. This technique gets the individual to focus on sight, sound, and feel. First, ask the student to name three things they hear, see, and feel. Then repeat with two, and they can not be the same as the others they mention. Then repeat with one. By the end of the exercise/ technique, the student will be calm. This may be a struggle to get the student to do at first, so you may need to model for the student. Also, slowly approach the student in a non-threatening way when modeling if the student is resistant. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution yDyMyj Reps: 100 This would be a great approach for younger students! My mind immediately went to middleschool where this may not be as age-appropriate. But for Pre-K to 3rd, this is great!   Posted on: October 17, 2022 12:06 am Add a Comment                 Solution 9 Posted October 17, 2022 12:03 am yDyMyj Reps: 100 In addition to building rapport with the student like others have mentioned, I suggest using a Check-In and Chekc-Out system with another staff member or mentor. This gives them an adult outside of your class who cares for them. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 10 Posted October 17, 2022 1:00 am hyLeqe Reps: 101 There should be a conversation with the student that is just getting to know them. Especially their goals and fears. Also, look for those antecedents and take note. Data collection is really important. Votes: +1 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 11 Posted October 14, 2022 12:25 pm Byhuzy Reps: 204 Maybe you can talk with the student and figure out what they DO like or what DOES interest them. In figuring this out you might be able to adjust assignments to make them more interesting for them, or adjust their punishment to be taking away something that they like. Votes: +1 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 12 Posted October 17, 2022 3:43 am RamaPy Reps: 206 Try doing a parent-teacher conference in which the student is present for the discussion. Explain to the student what you expect of them and how they can redirect their frustrations when feeling angry, instead of being physical. Work with the student and parents to develop a plan that outlines goals and appropriate behavior expectations for the student while at home and in school to help correct the misbehavior. If possible, do a home visit to meet the parents and develop a better relationship/understanding of the child and their homelife. If the issue persists and the student does not meet their behavioral goals, I would consult a school psychologist to speak with the student further. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 13 Posted February 22, 2023 10:16 pm Andrea Cavic Reps: 102 I would give that student responsibility in the classroom that way their bad behavior will transform into a more positive mindset. I have learned that students with bad behaviors need to be given the attention they are looking for but in a good way. For example, you could have he/she transition the class from their seats to the door when it is time to go somewhere. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 14 Posted February 23, 2023 11:12 pm Nataly Rovira Reps: 100 If the student doesn't seem to care about consequences try to get to the root of the problem. Why do they not care about consequences? As teachers we wear many different hats such as a counselor, a guardian and an educator. A possible solution is to try to get the know the student on a personal level and see about their homelife as well as continuing to talk to the parents about the child's behavior Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 15 Posted February 26, 2023 12:54 pm yHyZuL Reps: 101 I would definitely let the administration know about this. There is no place for that kind of behavior in the classroom. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 16 Posted February 26, 2023 7:49 pm adeSah Reps: 201 One thing that may help is to try a change in approach. Some students feel like the world or school system is out to get them, and in that way struggling against the punishment, or a punishment for a misbehavior could actually encourage and cement their world view. I would give an attempt to pull the student aside and give an empathetic breakdown. That you, despite being a "teacher and adult", are on their side and do genuinely care for their success. It may not feel like it now, but these behaviors are going to harm them in the long run. Not just in education, but even socially too. It will probably be a coinflip, but it's a shot worth taking Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 17 Posted February 27, 2023 2:05 am atyraQ Reps: 203 As a student who used to not care I would try to relate to them. Talk to them and ask them why they do not care, tell them why it is important to care, and see what you can do to try and make them care more by making lessons more engaging and fun. Votes: +0 / -0 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 18 Posted October 10, 2022 4:09 pm yHuJyG Reps: 100 I suggest asking the student ways they like to calm themselves down, or why they result to the behaviors that they do. I think that helping the student rationalize whats going on and letting them come up with their own solutions helps a ton Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Solution 19 Posted October 16, 2022 1:43 am miraya perri Reps: 200 My suggestion would be to maybe talk to their parents and see what gets them excited. you could use something they enjoy as a reward for good behavior. Remember to start small with students like this especially. Votes: +0 / -1 This Solution Is Useful   This Solution Is Not Useful   Comments posted for this solution Add a Comment                 Submit a Possible Solution Please read response(s) below (if any) before posting your solution.