Positive Behavior Programs

Habits of the Mind

Silver Oak uses the Habits of Mind curriculum as part of our students' social and emotional learning. Habits of Mind focuses on helping create well-rounded students who are ready to succeed with any challenge or endeavor they encounter. There are 16 Habits of Mind that research states will support students in being successful with any challenge or endeavor they encounter. Positive behavior demonstrating these habits is recognized through our Exhibiting Excellence and Student of the Month recognition programs. 

You can assist your child by asking what they are learning during their Habits of Mind lessons, and by acknowledging their efforts to practice what they have learned.

Learn more about the Habits of Mind. 

16 Habits of Mind

Habits of the Mind

 

The Four Bs

Saber Savers and Student Store

At Silver Oak, our Saber Saver program is a positive reinforcement initiative designed to recognize and reward students for exhibiting positive behaviors. To help foster a positive school environment students are encouraged to follow our 4 B's.  Be Prepared, Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be Safe.  

Students can receive a Saber Savers by following our 4 B's behavior expectations.  Saber Savers can be redeemed for rewards at the Silver Oak Student Store. It's a great way to recognize and reward students for following our school wide behavior expectation.  

How students can earn Saber Savers

  • Lunch Duty: Helping out a classmate during lunch or following the behavior expectations may earn a Saber Saver.
  • Teacher Recognition: When a teacher notices a student following our behavior expectations, they may reward a student with a Saber Saver.
  • Staff Appreciation: Staff members who witness a student's following the behavior expectations may also give you a Saber Saver.

What the store offers

  • Colorful Stickers: Decorate notebooks, binders, and more with a dazzling choice of stickers.
  • Writing Essentials: Stock up on pencils, erasers, and sharpeners to keep school supplies organized.
  • Fun Trinkets: Discover a treasure trove of small toys, games, and other fun items to make the day a little brighter.
  • VIP Lunch:  Lunch at a special table with a friend. 

 

4Bs behavior chart

 

Child Abuse Prevention Program

Silver Oak students in kindergarten and grades 2, 4 and 5, participate in discussions led by the YWCA of Silicon Valley about topics of bullying and sexual abuse in an age-appropriate manner. The premise of the program is all children have the right to be safe and healthy at school and at home. The goal of this program is to teach young people in an engaging and age-appropriate way to recognize, resist, and report abuse. During the Child Abuse Prevention Program presentations, children are taught to use The Plan if they ever feel unsafe or unsure about something that is occurring in their life. The Plan has three steps: Say “No! Stop!”, Walk Away, and Tell Someone (like a trusted adult). The Child Abuse Prevention Program presentations run 35 – 55 minutes, depending on grade level. For more information, please see the YWCA-SV website.

Teen Empowerment Program

Silver Oak 6th graders participate in the YWCA of Silicon Valley's Teen Empowerment Program where they discuss the topics of bullying, sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and teen dating violence in an age-appropriate manner. During Teen Empowerment Program presentations, tools are taught for staying safe such as: assertive communication, boundary setting, seeking peer support, and telling a trusted adult if students feel unsafe. This presentation lasts 55 minutes. For more information, please see the YWCA-SV website.

PTO Sponsored Programs

Silver Oak PTO supports our positive behavior programs through these PTO sponsored programs and events. Learn more about: