Students at DAS are always expected to exhibit appropriate behavior. However, to encourage students to go beyond the expected behavior, students will be recognized for positive behavior. Some examples are, but not limited to:
Rewards will be given to students who are observed exhibiting behavior “above and beyond” expected behavior. Any DAS employee who observes a student engaged in this type of exceptional behavior can issue a Tiger Buck, “Gotcha” Slip or Commendation on DAS Connect.
Students may be able to participate in incentive activities to recognize such behaviors based on the number of Tiger Bucks they have accumulated. A system of rewards to students who earn a certain amount of Tiger Bucks for exceptional behavior has been put in place to recognize those students for their achievements. Students can use their Tiger Bucks to purchase rewards of their own choosing at the DAS School Store.
Designing such reward activities at school is intended to encourage students to be responsible and make right choices. Creating and maintaining a positive school environment where students are recognized for their contribution to their community and excellence in positive behavior, nurtures student’s social emotional and academic well-being.
Students exhibiting “above and beyond” expected behavior during each month are nominated by his/her teachers to receive the Student of the Month Award for excellence in behavior. Students will be recognized on a designated day each month.
One of the major requirements is to help students learn how to learn – to have critical thinking and communication skills necessary for success in the world of tomorrow.