State Board Policy

DESCRIPTOR TERM: Behavior Modifications
CODE: 4002
ADOPTION DATE: January 25, 2005
REVISION:

Section 37-13-92, Mississippi Code of 1972, requires the State Board of Education to establish the definition and components of a behavior modification program.

Definition:

Policies, procedures and research-based strategies that teach students the skills needed to make positive decisions concerning behavior and learning.

Components:

• The program will contain procedures and research-based strategies that:
• Include a (proactive) prevention component for all students;
• Include interventions designed to deal with common disciplinary problems;
• Provide an intensive intervention program for low-incidence behavior problems;
• Provide professional development for all team members and parents;
• Provide a safe and disciplined environment where teaching and learning can take place; and
• Permit implementation of the School Safety Plan.