Social/Behavior Programs
Implement programs to improve students' classroom behavior and social skills.
Students who are frequently absent, disengaged, act out, and/or who are withdrawn may benefit from social-emotional supports to help them learn how to interact and communicate positively and consider long-term consequences. These students may also benefit from targeted academic support and an adult advocate.
These kinds of skills can lead to fewer problems with disruptive behavior in and out of the classroom. Programs to develop skills can be implemented by teachers, mentors, or other adult advocates. These programs often include components such as recognizing progress toward goals, teaching problem-solving and decision-making skills, establishing partnerships with community-based programs, and offering activities that require students to take on new responsibilities and interact with classmates.
These kinds of skills can lead to fewer problems with disruptive behavior in and out of the classroom. Programs to develop skills can be implemented by teachers, mentors, or other adult advocates. These programs often include components such as recognizing progress toward goals, teaching problem-solving and decision-making skills, establishing partnerships with community-based programs, and offering activities that require students to take on new responsibilities and interact with classmates.
Multimedia Overview
Improving Classroom Behavior and Social Skills
Watch this multimedia overview to learn about the importance of social and emotional skills training for at-risk students and the kinds of interventions that may improve students' behavior and social skills. (5:47 min)