Behavior Location Matrix
Expected student behaviors are described
below. The voice levels used in the matrix
are defined here:
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1
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Voice Levels
Zero people can hear you.
Partner voice: Quiet voice. Only one person on each side can hear you.
Quiet Conversation voice: Several people within 5 ft of you can hear.
Speaker Voice: Use this voice when talking to large groups of people.
Outside Voice: Use this voice at recess.
Arrival
Act Responsibly
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Be Respectful
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Arrive at school no earlier than 7:15 AM
Enter building through door 1 or 7
Come directly into building using the
sidewalks
Immediately report to your designated
area
Arrive at each scheduled area on time
(class, meeting, etc.)
Upon entering school, empty your mouth
(gum, pencils, straws, erasers, candy,
food, drink, etc).
Walk bikes up/down ramp in front of the
school.
Follow hallway procedures
Use self-control (keep hands, feet, and
belongings to self)
Remove hats and hoods when entering
the building
Turn off electronic devices upon entering
the building
Follow the school dress code.
Be considerate
of personal space
Hallways/Stairs
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locker
Turn off electronic devices and
place in locker
Keep halls and stairways dry and
sanitary
Walk on the right side
Walk in a safe manner
Keep moving
 Leave displays untouched
 Follow adult directions
 Keep feet and hands to yourself.
 Follow the arrival policy for
having an empty mouth.
Recess
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Communicate
Effectively
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Follow directions given by adults
Use voice level 1 or 2
Use kind words in conversation
 Use voice level 1 or 2.
 Use kinds words in conversation
 Show affection in a non-physical
manner.
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Return equipment promptly to the correct
bag.
Report problems with equipment to an
adult.
Secure your belongings
Avoid peers who you don’t get along
with.
Walk away from trouble situations and
report them to adults.
Safely participate in games and activities
Follow adult directions.
Stay in assigned area.
Keep hands and feet off of other people.
Use a “level one” voice when entering
hallway after recess.
Follow the arrival policy for having an
empty mouth.
Share materials.
Include others in games and activities.
Speak with an adult if you must leave
assigned area.
Speak with teacher on duty for help.
Speak considerately, using language
appropriate for Northside.
Show affection in a non-physical manner.
Restrooms
Act Responsibly
 Wash hands with soap and water.
 Take care of your personal needs
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Be Respectful
quickly and return directly to
class.
Leave cell phones and electronics
in your locker.
Follow all school rules, even
when you are alone.
 Allow others their personal space
Convocation
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and privacy.
 Put trash in trash can.
 Open the door with your hands.
 Use equipment only for intended
purposes and take care of restroom
property.
 Follow adult directions.
 Avoid conversations and
confrontation
 Avoid using offensive language.
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Communicate
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Use voice “level one”.
Report any vandalism or
problems to an adult.
Use kind words
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Sit in designated area.
Stay seated.
Ask appropriate questions if given the
opportunity.
Walk with adult supervisor until you reach
your destination.
Model school rules for other students
Use patience while waiting.
Use voice “level 0” or “level 1” when
entering and leaving.
Walk around the perimeter of the gym and
directly to your assigned area.
Face the speaker at all times.
Follow all adult instructions.
Applaud when appropriate.
Avoid call outs.
Use voice “level 0” during presentation
unless you have an emergency.
Be attentive – ears listening, eyes
watching, lips closed.
Follow the arrival policy for having an
empty mouth.
Be considerate of yours and others’
personal space
Keep hands in lap or by your side and feet
on floor in front of you.
Ask for adult permission to leave your seat
if necessary.
Be an active listener – ears listening, eyes
watching, lips closed.
Technology Use
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Maintain use of your own
username and password.
Access only school
appropriate sites.
Use self-control (keep
hands, feet, and belongings
to self)
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Turn cell phones and MP3
players off upon entering the
building and place in locker
between 7:50 and 3:05.
 Keep equipment in good
operating condition and free
of vandalism.
 Follow directions given by
adults
 Follow the arrival policy for
having an empty mouth.
 Use language that is nonoffensive and free of
profanity.
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Use voice level one.
Follow computer lab
expectations as posted.
Act Responsibly
Be Respectful
Dismissal
 Go to your locker before ninth
period to get your belongings.
 Get all of assignments and
materials to go home.
 Walk bikes up/down hill in front
of the school.
 Observe hallway expectations.
 Watch where you are walking.
 Use self-control (keep hands,
feet, and belongings to self)
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Exit the building by 3:15 unless
supervised by an adult.
Follow adult directions.
Follow the arrival policy for
having an empty mouth.
Extracurricular Activities
 Be attentive and
supportive during event.
 Behave in a safe
manner.
 Be prepared.
 Use self-control (keep
hands, feet, and
belongings to self).
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Abide by specific
instructions of
extracurricular sponsor.
Model school-wide
expectations with
visitors and fans from
the opposing team
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Communicate Effectively
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Use a “level 1” voice in the
hallway.
Show affection in a non-physical
manner.
Speak considerately using
language appropriate for
Northside
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Report dangerous or
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unsportsmanlike
behavior.
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physical manner.
 Speak considerately
using language
appropriate for Northside
 Use positive
communication with all
participants.
Field Trips
Ask questions when appropriate.
Behave in a safe manner.
Be prepared.
Use self-control (keep hands, feet,
and belongings to self).
Be attentive – ears listening, eyes
watching, lips closed.
Be respectful of others’ personal
space.
Follow adult directions
Follow the arrival policy for having an
empty mouth.
Be considerate to all groups that are
present.
Use polite and appropriate language
at all times.
Alert adults to any issues that arise.
Show affection in a non-physical
manner.
Commons
Act Responsibly
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Keep area clean
Stay within the pillars of the commons
Secure your belongings.
Maintain the integrity of your
intellectual property
Once seated, stay seated
Use self-control (keep hands, feet, and
belongings to self)
Follow dismissal procedures
Behave in a safe manner
Cafeteria
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Be Respectful
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Follow adult directions
Keep hallways around commons
clear.
Follow the arrival policy for having an
empty mouth.
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Communicate
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Use polite, kind and appropriate
language at all times.
Use a Level 1 voice
Ask adult for the appropriate pass
Show affection in a non-physical
manner.
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Media Center
Enter and go directly to your seat
Keep track of personal belongings
Always use a tray
Keep dental retainers in a safe place
Keep food and drink in cafeteria
Use food and drink only in the manner
it is intended
Finish eating in a timely manner
Follow clean-up procedures
Keep your place in line
Behave in a safe manner.
Use self-control (keep hands, feet, and
belongings to self)
Have patience while waiting
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Show respect to cafeteria staff
Treat cafeteria facilities with respect
Make nutritious choices
Use table manners
Make positive comments about food
Follow directions given by adults
Only touch food you buy
Exit cafeteria and go directly to
designated areas
Wait to be dismissed to lunch line
Be considerate of personal space
Use self-control (keep hands, feet,
and belongings to self)
Behave in a safe manner.
Use the correct voice level at the
appropriate time
Use kind, polite language.
Be prepared with the appropriate lunch
pass.
Alert adults when there are spills.
Show affection in a non-physical
manner.
Voice level 0 during announcements
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Use own barcode for checking out
books
Return books and materials on time.
Treat library materials gently.
Use book return when returning
materials.
Meet obligations for replacing lost or
damaged items.
Pay attention to the time due to
absence of bells in media center.
Be courteous to staff and student
helpers
Use media center computers for
homework, research, and to access
the library catalog.
Print only materials needed for class
Log off computers when finished
Push in chairs upon departure
Use kind and appropriate language at
all times.
Ask adults for assistance.
Adjust voice level to type of activity.