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  Case: Disruptive Students
I have an influx of students who has repeatedly demonstrated acting out behaviors both in and outside of the classroom. I will describe their behavior as "very disruptive" during instructional time. I am becoming increasingly concerned because their behavior has become more aggressive as the alternative school population increase. Some of the students are having difficulty getting along with other students because of former incidents at their home school. Some students are very defiant and often fail to follow directions. Some of the parents aren't great solutions to the problem. Some of the students has been very aggressive towards other students. These behaviors have resulted in rejection and general isolation from the other children. Regarding their academic skills, some of the students are good students academically, however, their behavior hinders others. When some are redirected their behavior some often refuses to cooperate, which subsequently leads to extended periods of off-task behavior. These behaviors aren't everyday but they have often. I have gained a rapport with students, but what strategies should be put in place to help assist with this problem.
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would suggest creating some type of behavior log for the student. It may even be beneficial to include the student and the parents in the creation of such a log. Furthermore, I would write up a contract for the student and parents to sign, acknowledging that they are willing and committed to changing the students behavior in class.