Hello Parents/Guardians,
I wanted to tell you about a behavior tool I use in my classroom called Class Dojo. It is a website that allows teachers to give students immediate feedback on their behaviors, positive and negative. Students get very excited when they are awarded points. One of the best things I’ve noticed is that they root for each other, congratulating others when they receive a positive point!
A great feature of Class Dojo is that it allows you to signup to view how your child is doing on a daily basis. Your child is going to earn points throughout the year, and they will lose points at times, and this is okay. If your child is continually losing points and in the negative, we will talk about it. At the end of the day, ask why they earned positive points or lost a point. They will have a calendar to be signed. The following day is always a fresh start.
Another great feature of Class Dojo is that it allows me to post videos and photos of what is going on in the classroom. You can then view them on the computer or your phone. Students love looking back on what we did over the course of the year. It is a great way to relive some memories and share our learning with you.
I hope you view this as an open connection between school and home. I will use Class Dojo as a form of communication to send quick messages if need be, as well. You may also use this as a form of communication with me. My hope is that this will bring you and me closer together, and help you to better understand the progress of your child on a week to week basis.
I know you will be proud to see the great behaviors they are displaying, and in turn, if there is something they need to work on, you will be able to see that as well.
ClassDojo Rewards
200 Points: Lunch with the Teacher
150 Points: Extra Technology Time
125 Points: Pick the GoNoodle
100 Points: Treasure Box Item
75 Points: Brand New Pencil
50 Points: Brand New Eraser
25 Points: Brand New Bookmark
10 Points: Sticker
