11.1    Positive Behavioral Interventions & Support (PBIS) at UAP
PBIS is an approach in behavior management on a school-wide level, in a specific setting such as the bus, hallways classrooms, cafeteria, lunchroom, recess, and assemblies, or with an individual student.
PBIS methods are research-based and have been proven to significantly reduce the occurrence of problem behaviors. One of the keys is to focus on prevention. It is based on the idea that when students are taught clearly defined behavioral expectations and provided with predictable responses to their behavior, both positive and corrective, 80-85% of students will meet these expectations. The 15-20% of the students not responding to universal interventions will receive additional support through group and individual interventions.
 
Another key element is an analysis of discipline referral data. This team-based approach to data analysis allows UAP’s PBIS Team to identify problem areas, brainstorm interventions, acknowledge students exhibiting positive behavior, and communicate the findings to staff, students, and parents.
The key components of an effective school-wide PBIS system involve:

• Clearly defining and teaching a set of behavioral expectations

• Consistently acknowledging and rewarding appropriate behavior

• Constructively addressing problematic behavior

• Effectively using behavioral data to assess progress

 
As part of our PBIS system, UAP upholds its core C.A.R.E values (Careful, Accountable, Respectful, and Enthusiastic). Each of these principles reflect the belief that each person deserves and needs a positive, concerned, accepting educational community that values diversity and provides a comprehensive system of individual supports from birth to adulthood. The purpose of this staff manual is to briefly illustrate how these components will be utilized within UAP’s PBIS school-wide system.
 
Please take some time to review with your child the positive behavior expectations described in this manual. Ask your child to make sure he/she understands the expectations in different locations around the school or on the bus. Please discuss the importance of these concepts and encourage your child to be careful, accountable, responsible, and enthusiastic.

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11.2.     Student Complaint Policy
Our school is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment.
If a student has a concern or feels they have been treated unfairly by a teacher or staff member, they are encouraged to report it to the school administration.

   How to Report a Concern:

• Obtain a Student Complaint Form: Available in the main office.

• Complete the Form: Provide details about the concern, including what happened, when, and who was involved.

• Submit the Form: Return the completed form to the principal or designated administrator within 24 hours of the incident.

   Investigation Process:

• The administration will review the complaint promptly and may speak with the student and others involved to gather more information.

• All complaints will be handled confidentially and respectfully.

• The student will be informed of the outcome once the investigation is complete.                ​

   Important Notes:​

• Students are encouraged to speak up if they feel uncomfortable or mistreated.§  Retaliation against anyone who files a complaint is strictly prohibited.

• If the concern involves the principal, students may submit the form to the board of directors at: uapboardofdirectors@uapschool.org 

11.3        The Disciplinary Process
​UAP is not only a place of learning academic concepts and skills but also a place to learn Islamic Akhlaaq (manners) and exemplary behavior. Students are expected to enhance the image and reputation of the school by observing high standards of Islamic Akhlaaq and exemplary behavior. Parents must assume the responsibility to reinforce these values at home. Teachers are required to emphasize and demonstrate Islamic Akhlaaq during school hours and in their daily lives. The school has adopted policies and procedures, which, when implemented, will help to ensure a safe and pleasant learning and working environment for students and teachers.
 
The intent of the disciplinary process is instructional and corrective, not punitive. Due consideration will be given to all mitigating circumstances prior to the disciplinary action and will ensure due process to each student.
 
Any misconduct not covered in the following list will be left to the discretion of the classroom teacher and the principal of the school. The policy and procedures will apply to actions by students during school hours; before and after school; while on school property; and during school-sponsored events, including transportation on school- arranged vehicles. All disciplinary actions will include a conference between the teacher (and / or administrator) and the student, followed by a notification to the student’s parents or guardian. The student, parent or guardian who feels that the action taken is unwarranted or unjustified has the right to appeal to the next higher administrative authority.
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11.4   Office Discipline Referral Process

1. Infractions range from minor to major. Minor infractions are handled by classroom teachers. Repeated minor infractions will be dealt with at the administrative office.

2. Examples of minor infractions are: Disruptive Talking, Electronic devices off task, Sleeping, Passing notes, Throwing paper/objects, Inappropriate language, Touching students/poking, Chewing gum, Running in the halls, Chronic bathroom use, Homework concerns, Tardiness, Hygiene/ neatness concerns, and Name calling.

3. Examples of consequences of minor infractions, in addition to parents-teacher conferences, are: Time-out in classroom, Time-out outside classroom, Loss of privileges, Loss of Dojo points, Loss of recess time, Silent lunch, Apology/Restitution, Think sheet, Make presentation to class.

4. The teacher will complete three referral forms (available online), before sending the student to the office. Parents are notified immediately.

5. Major infractions are directly sent to the office. Repeated major infractions may lead to expulsion from school.

6. Examples of major infractions are: Repeated defiance, Racism, Physical fighting, Inappropriate language, Stealing, Damaging property – breaking a chair, ripping pages out of text books, Bullying, Excessive tardiness, Plagiarism/cheating, Cutting class, and Lying, Defacing property.

7. Examples of consequences of major infractions, in addition to parents-principal conferences, are: After school detention (grades 3 to 8), In school suspension, Out of school suspension, Expulsion.

8. Moreover, specific infractions such as plagiarism, stealing, lying, physical fighting and bullying carry additional consequences. For example, plagiarism results in repeating the assignment and/ or losing the grade of that assignment. Stealing, lying or fighting involves a presentation from the student to the school about the importance of good behavior in Islam.

9. Infractions on the school bus that are reported by a group of students and/or the bus driver may lead to suspension from riding the school bus that range from one day to a complete loss of riding the school bus privilege.

10. All referral information is stored on TADS-Educate which will yield summary information regarding office discipline referrals for each student. Disciplinary records are part of the student’s confidential records and are not available for access by other than the student, his/her parents, the principal, and the Board of UAP. reserves the right to forward these records to transfer schools based on the pertinence and severity of the offenses in the records.

11.5        After School Detention
Students in grades 3 –8 will be eligible for after-school detention based on their behavior. Students receiving the detention will be given a form to be signed by a parent or guardians. Detention will be assigned any day Monday through Thursday from 3:30- 4:30 P.M. (not the same day of the offense).
The student will be notified of his or her assigned detention at least one day prior to the detention. The disciplinary notice will be sent home with the student. The administrator will enter the infraction, the consequence, the date, and a narrative to document the incident.

11.6        Expulsion
Expulsion is the cancellation of the student’s enrollment at UAP for the remainder of the year without any refund of fees paid. Re-admission in subsequent years can only be considered upon the presentation to the admissions committee of
proof that the student’s behavior problem has been addressed and improved, and successfully completed the previous grade.

11.7        Due Process
Any student whose conduct may warrant suspension or expulsion will be provided due process.
 
Students:

• A notification of the violation.

• An opportunity to present his/her side of the story to the appropriate school personnel, as accurately as possible, and without adding/omitting details.

• Students will be asked to write an account of what happened.

Parents:

• A written notification of the violation and the consequence decided by the school.

• Twenty-four-hour notice to meet with the proper school personnel for a fair and impartial conference, unless the student’s behavior is so disruptive that he/she cannot complete the academically.

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11.8        Appeal Process for Expulsion
Parents may appeal in writing any disciplinary action taken by the school administration. If the parents are still not satisfied with the decision, they may request the decision be reviewed by a committee made up of the teacher involved, the principal and a board member. After hearing all sides of the case, a final decision will be made.