Action Research Update

For my action steps I have started to collect and analyze data.  I have received some data from teachers. This includes student referrals and teacher observations.   The student’s referrals that deal with classroom behavioral issues are the ones that I concentrated on.  I have been able to enlist several teachers and one of our administrators to help with the Action Research project.   I have begun to compare the data that deal with the discipline issues.  After receiving feedback I have decided to take my action research in a different direction.  Although, my action research plan deal with discipline issues thorough out all grade levels while increasing positive behavior I found that it would be more realistic to change my wondering to “What percent of discipline issues are referred to ISS (In School Suspension) throughout each grade level?” and “What percent are repeats?” and What percent are non-repeaters due to positive behavior?”  I have started to collect data and work with the teachers and students to get clear picture of what is going on with my action research. I have started to put together some data projects that would track the comings and goings of students that had been referred to ISS.  The teachers that I am working with forward their information to me via email. I also, receive data from the ISSS office.  I am still using most of my research strategies needed to implement positive student behavior. I meet with my campus supervisor to run ideas by him and to ensure that I am on point with my research.