Dear Parent/Guardian:

Please review the information contained in this web site information with your child(ren).

• Review the overview of PBIS
• Ask your child to tell you the Core Values.
  •  See the Core Values PAWS Information
  •  Download/Print/Hang PAWS Poster
• Ask your child to discuss examples of ways that he or she can use these rules to help them learn and participate in school.
• Discuss ways that these rules can be used at home and in the community.

What can you do to help your child stay on the path to positive behavior?

• Review the PAWS Core Values with your child.
• Ask your child about his/her day at school every day.
• Make sure your child is ready every day. Ensure a good night’s sleep.
• Provide a quiet time and space for your child to do homework nightly.
• Keep in touch with your child’s teacher.
• Encourage your child to use appropriate language and tone.
• Practice positive phrases with your child, such as, “Thank you,” “Excuse me,” “Please,” and “I’m sorry.”
• Be a visible part of your child’s school day. Attend PTO meetings and other school activities as your schedule allows.

We look forward to working in partnership with you as we embrace the PBIS method. If you have any questions please contact the school. A PBIS team member will be glad to discuss the program in more depth with you.

For Additional Information, please contact:

Janet McCreary, Principal
Deputy Elementary School
14350 W Mulberry St
Deputy, IN 47230

Office: (812) 274-8007