PRESENTATION
A Collaborative & Proactive Approach to Student Success
Helping students solve problems and thrive in the classroom
What is Plan B?
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions model Focuses on solving problems instead of punishing Helps students and adults work together
Why Use Plan B?
Encourages student responsibility and problem-solving Reduces disruptive behavior over time Builds stronger teacher-student relationships .
The Steps of Plan B
invitation/brainstorm
Define the problem
Empathy
Work together to find solutions
Understand the student’s perspective
Clearly state the conflict or concern
Common "bug" to Watch out for
- Student can’t think of solutions
- First solution doesn’t work
- Not actually using Plan B
- Timing is off
Real life Examples
Student resistant to starting project Teacher empathized and temporarily set problem aside (Plan C) Later, collaboratively brainstormed solutions
Tips for Successful Implementation
Start small, with one or two students Practice empathy before problem-solving Keep reminders of Plan B steps handy Celebrate successes, even small ones .
Benefits to Our School
Reduced behavioral incidents Improved teacher-student relationships More consistent, positive classroom culture
Thank you!
A Collaborative & Proactive Approach to Student Success
Sarah Smith
Created on October 12, 2025
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PRESENTATION
A Collaborative & Proactive Approach to Student Success
Helping students solve problems and thrive in the classroom
What is Plan B?
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions model Focuses on solving problems instead of punishing Helps students and adults work together
Why Use Plan B?
Encourages student responsibility and problem-solving Reduces disruptive behavior over time Builds stronger teacher-student relationships .
The Steps of Plan B
invitation/brainstorm
Define the problem
Empathy
Work together to find solutions
Understand the student’s perspective
Clearly state the conflict or concern
Common "bug" to Watch out for
Real life Examples
Student resistant to starting project Teacher empathized and temporarily set problem aside (Plan C) Later, collaboratively brainstormed solutions
Tips for Successful Implementation
Start small, with one or two students Practice empathy before problem-solving Keep reminders of Plan B steps handy Celebrate successes, even small ones .
Benefits to Our School
Reduced behavioral incidents Improved teacher-student relationships More consistent, positive classroom culture
Thank you!