Behavior Monitoring Sheet

Name: ________________________________ Date: ____________________

1. Positive Behavior:
   Describe something you did well in class today.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Challenging Behavior:
   Describe a behavior you found difficult to control.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. What happened right before this challenging behavior? (What triggered it?)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. How were you feeling or what were you thinking at that moment?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. What could you do differently next time to handle a similar situation in a positive way?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

6. Rate your overall behavior today on a scale of 1 (needs improvement) to 5 (excellent):
   [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] [ 5 ]

Use this sheet regularly to help you reflect on and improve your classroom behavior.

Trigger Identification Card

Name: ________________________________ Date: ____________________

Instructions: Think about times when you felt upset or reacted in a way you’d like to change. Use this card to identify your triggers and understand how they affect you.

1. List 2 triggers that often lead to tough moments:

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2. How do these triggers make you feel? Describe your emotions when you notice them.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Physical or mental signs:
   What happens in your body or mind when you experience these triggers? (e.g., racing heart, negative thoughts)
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Use this card to help you recognize your triggers and pause before reacting positively.

Goal-Setting Chart

Name: ________________________________ Date: ____________________

My SMART Behavior Goal

1. Specific: My goal is to ___________________________________________________
   
   
   
   
   

2. Measurable: I'll know I reached my goal when _________________________________
   
   
   
   
   

3. Achievable: I can do this by _______________________________________________
   
   
   
   
   

4. Relevant: This goal is important because ____________________________________
   
   
   
   
   

5. Time-Bound: I will achieve this goal by _____________________________________
   
   
   
   
   

Steps to Reach My Goal

Tracking My Progress

Each time you meet your goal, check the box for that day:

Mon: [ ] Tue: [ ] Wed: [ ] Thu: [ ] Fri: [ ]

Use these checks to see how well you’re doing each week.

Reflection (End of Week)

What worked well?

What challenges did I face?

How can I improve next week?

Behavior Boost Script

Materials Needed: Behavior Monitoring Sheet, Trigger Identification Card, Goal-Setting Chart, pencil, timer

1. Introduction (2 minutes)

Teacher: "Hi, [Student Name]! It's great to see you. How’s your day going so far?"
(Pause for response.)

Teacher: "Today, we're going to spend a few minutes talking about what’s going well in class and what’s been a little tricky. Then we’ll set one clear goal to help you feel more successful. Everything we talk about stays between us—this is your time and a supportive space."

Teacher: "Does that sound good to you?"
(Wait for agreement.)

2. Reflection (4 minutes)

Teacher: "Here’s the Behavior Monitoring Sheet. Let’s fill out the top part together."

Teacher: "First, write one thing you did really well in class today. It can be anything—raising your hand, staying on task, or helping a friend."
(Give student 30 seconds. If they pause, ask:) "Can you think of a moment when you felt proud of yourself today?"

Teacher: "Nice! Now, in the next box, write one behavior that felt challenging for you—something you wish you could have handled differently."
(Allow 30 seconds, then prompt:) "What moment comes to mind when things felt hard?"

Teacher: "Great job recording those. On the sheet, there’s a question: ‘What happened right before the challenging behavior?’ Can you tell me what was going on just before that moment?"
(Let student explain, then guide them to jot down a few words.)

3. Identify Triggers (3 minutes)

Teacher: "Thanks for sharing! Now I’ll hand you the Trigger Identification Card. This helps us spot what triggers those tough moments."

Teacher: "On this card, list two triggers—these could be things you see, hear, or feel that make it harder to stay calm."
(Give 45 seconds, then ask:) "What’s one thing that often sets off that challenging behavior? And a second thing?"

Teacher: "Next, write how those triggers make you feel—what’s happening in your body or mind when you notice them?"
(If student hesitates:) "Do you feel your heart racing? Or maybe you get frustrated or worried?"

4. Goal Setting (4 minutes)

Teacher: "You’ve done great work understanding your behavior and triggers. Now let’s set one clear goal. Here’s the Goal-Setting Chart."

Teacher: "In the ‘Specific’ box, complete this sentence: ‘I will…’ For example, ‘I will raise my hand instead of calling out.’"
(Give 30 seconds. Prompt if needed:) "What’s one behavior you want to do more often?"

Teacher: "Next, under ‘Measurable,’ write how you’ll know you’ve met that goal. Maybe you’ll tally each time you do the right thing."
(Wait 20 seconds.)

Teacher: "Now fill in the ‘Achievable,’ ‘Relevant,’ and ‘Time-Bound’ sections. We want this goal to be something you can do this week and that really matters to you. I’ll help you if you get stuck."
(Support and prompt as needed.)

Teacher: "Finally, decide on a simple way to track progress—tally marks, checkboxes, or a star sticker each time you meet your goal."

5. Wrap-Up (2 minutes)

Teacher: "Let’s review your goal and the steps you chose. You said: ‘I will ___________,’ and you’ll track it by __________. Does that sound right?"
(Student confirms.)

Teacher: "Fantastic! I’m really proud of your work today. We’ll schedule a quick check-in next week to see how it’s going. How does [day/time] work for you?"
(Agree on time.)

Teacher: "Remember, you created this plan to help you succeed. Keep your chart somewhere visible and feel free to show it to me whenever you want extra support. Great job today!"

End of 15-minute session.

Behavior Boost Cool-Down

Name: ________________________________ Date: ____________________

Take a moment before you leave to reflect on today’s session.

1. Rate your overall behavior and effort during our meeting:
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2. One thing I did well today:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. A trigger I noticed and managed better today:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. The strategy I want to remember to use next time:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. My goal for tomorrow’s class:
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Great work today! Keep this sheet visible and use it to guide your progress each day. Remember, small steps add up to big improvements!