Defiance Academy Teacher Guide Defiance Academy Teacher Guide
Tier 2 Intervention: Skillstreaming Format
Academy Objectives
• Reduce "Quiet Refusal" and "Prolonged Duration" defiance by teaching replacement behaviors.
• Increase student compliance with adult directives through structured practice.
• Strengthen student-teacher relationships through positive feedback loops.
Format Note
Each mission is designed for 15-20 minutes. Follow the Skillstreaming steps strictly to ensure behavioral generalization.
The Skillstreaming Flow
01
Define the Skill
Discuss the steps and why they matter for being "Responsible."
02
Model the Skill
Teacher demonstrates the skill correctly (and what NOT to do).
03
Establish Need
Students share a time they needed this skill recently.
04
Role Play
Students practice the steps in a realistic scenario.
05
Feedback
Provide specific praise for following the exact steps.
06
Generalize
Set a specific goal to use the skill in the classroom.
Mission 1: Ready for Takeoff
Following Instructions
The Skill Steps
1 Look at the person speaking to you.
2 Say "OK" to show you heard them.
3 Do it right away (don't wait).
4 Check back to say you are finished.
Role Play Ideas
"The Teacher asks you to put away your tablet and join the carpet for a new lesson."
"An Adult asks you to line up at the end of recess when you aren't ready to go."
Mission 2: Smooth Landing
Accepting No
The Skill Steps
1 Look at the person.
2 Stay Calm (Deep breath, quiet hands).
3 Say "OK" or "I understand."
4 Go to a new activity or ask to talk later.
Role Play Ideas
"You ask to use the swing, but the teacher says it is time to go inside."
"You want to work with a friend, but the adult says you need to work alone today."
Success Tips
Watch for "Compliance with Attitude":
If a student follows the steps but rolls their eyes or stomps, they haven't mastered "Stay Calm." Provide gentle feedback and re-model the "Cool J-Hawk" body.
Celebrate the "Check Back":
Checking back is the hardest step. Praise students heavily when they report their mission completion to an adult.
Ready for Takeoff Slides Ready for Takeoff
Mission 1: Following Instructions
J-Hawk Academy
Mission Briefing
Learning Target
I can follow adult instructions the first time to show I am a responsible J-Hawk.
Success Criteria
1
Look at the person.
2
Say "OK."
3
Do it right away.
4
Report back.
The Flight Path
1. LOOK
Eyes on the person who is talking to you.
2. SAY "OK"
Show them you heard and understood.
3. DO IT
Do the task immediately without waiting.
4. CHECK BACK
Tell the person, "I'm finished."
Why be a Pro?
When you follow instructions quickly, adults trust you with more fun missions and activities.
"When has a teacher had to ask you more than once? What happened?"
Watch the Expert
The Scenario
A teacher says, "Everyone, please clean up your desk and line up for lunch."
What to look for:
• Teacher demonstrates the 4 steps.
• Notice the polite tone.
• Notice how fast they move!
[Teacher Demo Time]
Your Turn
Act it Out
Choose a partner. One is the Flight Commander (Adult) and one is the Pilot (Student).
The Challenge
"Please put your hoodie in your locker and come back to your seat."
Give Feedback
Did they look?
Did they say OK?
Did they report back?
Mission Assigned
Your goal this week: Follow directions the first time in your classroom.
Check your Mission Log!
Ready for Takeoff Mission Log Mission Log 01
J-Hawk Flight Academy
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Ready for Takeoff
Following Instructions Pro
1
Look
Eyes on the speaker.
2
Say "OK"
Acknowledge them.
3
Do it
Act right away.
4
Check back
Say you're done.
Simulation Report
The Scenario we practiced:
How did you do?
Easy
Medium
Hard
Pre-Flight Check
Why is the Check Back step so important?
Mission Assignment
This week, your mission is to follow instructions the first time you are asked. Track your success below by coloring a wing every time you complete a mission!
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Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
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Smooth Landing Slides Smooth Landing
Mission 2: Accepting No
J-Hawk Academy
Mission Briefing
Learning Target
I can stay calm and accept "no" from an adult without arguing or becoming upset.
Success Criteria
The Descent Plan
1. Look
Show the adult you are listening respectfully.
2. Stay Calm
Deep breath. Relax your hands and face.
3. Say "OK"
Even if you're disappointed, acknowledge it.
4. Move On
Find something else to do right away.
Turbulence Check
What happens to your "Flight" when you argue or get angry because of a "no"?
Argue = Grounded Mission 🚫
Accept No = Clear Skies ✈️
Expert Landing
The Scenario
"Can I go to the library now?"
Watch for:
Normal voice volume.
No heavy sighing or eye-rolling.
Turning to math work immediately.
[Adult-Student Model]
Simulation Room
Mission Scenario
You want to sit in the beanbag chair, but the teacher says someone else is already using it.
Practice Goal:
Stay calm and find a different place to sit right away.
Flight Log Rubric
Eye Contact?
Neutral Face?
Said "OK"?
Mission Active
Any time an adult says "no" this week, practice your Smooth Landing.
Success Criteria:
NO COMPLAINING. NO ARGUING.
Smooth Landing Mission Log Mission Log 02
J-Hawk Flight Academy
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Smooth Landing
Accepting No Without Argument
1
Look
Look at the person.
2
Stay Calm
Cool body, deep breath.
3
Say "OK"
No arguing or sighing.
4
Move On
Find a new activity.
Landing Simulation Report
What "No" did you practice today?
Did you use a "Cool J-Hawk" body?
Yes
Still Practicing
Internal Sensor
How do you know when your body is starting to get "Hot" (angry)?
Navigation Check
What is one activity you can do if a teacher says "No" to your first choice?
Weekly Flight Mission
Objective: Accept redirection or a "No" with a calm body 3 times this week. Color a cloud every time you land safely without arguing!
Attempt 1
Attempt 2
Attempt 3
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Disruption and Safety Academy Teacher Guide Safety & Focus Academy Guide
Tier 2 Intervention: Disruption & Physical Aggression
Academy Objectives
• Reduce "Sustained Disruption" and "Inappropriate Contact" by teaching self-regulation and personal space.
• Establish a "Safe Body" baseline for all common areas and classroom interactions.
• Provide students with "Cool Down" protocols to prevent physical escalation.
Urbandale Code
Aligns with "Safe" and "Responsible" expectations. Targets replacement skills for Disruption and Physical Aggression without Injury.
Core Skills Protocol
Mission 3: Clear Skies
Skill: Staying on Task & Keeping Space
Check your space: Can I touch anyone? (Arms length)
Check your noise: Am I louder than the mission requires?
Look at your work: Keep eyes on your own mission.
Hands to self: Keep equipment and hands in your area.
Mission 4: Safe Wings
Skill: Dealing with Anger
Recognize: How does my body feel? (Tight, hot?)
Stop: Hands in pockets or at sides. Don't move.
Think: What are my "Cool Down" choices?
Choose: Deep breaths, count to 10, or ask for help.
Academy Simulation Guides
Clear Skies Simulation
Scenario: "You are working at your desk, and your neighbor starts making funny noises or tries to poke you."
Focus on the student choosing to stay in their 'Clear Skies' space rather than reacting or joining in.
Success Marker:
Student maintains 'Bubble Space' for 2 full minutes of role play.
Safe Wings Simulation
Scenario: "Someone accidentally bumps into you hard in line, and it makes you feel like you want to push back."
Focus on the 'Freeze' step—stopping the physical reaction immediately before a choice is made.
Success Marker:
Student verbalizes their body feeling ("My face feels hot") before acting.
Clear Skies Slides Clear Skies
Mission 3: Personal Space & Focus
J-Hawk Academy
Mission Briefing
Learning Target
I can keep a safe "bubble" around my body and stay focused on my own mission.
Success Criteria
1
Check your "Bubble Space."
2
Keep hands and feet to self.
3
Use a mission-appropriate voice.
4
Ignore distractions.
The 4-Foot Bubble
Safe Space
One arm's length in every direction.
Mission Focus
Keep your eyes in your bubble.
Stormy Skies
What happens to your classmates' learning when you leave your bubble or make extra noise?
Distraction
They can't finish their mission.
Unsafe
People feel crowded or frustrated.
Simulation: Distraction Dodge
"The Annoyance"
A fellow pilot is making weird tapping noises and trying to catch your eye during silent reading.
Your Mission:
Eyes stay on your book.
Body stays in your chair.
No talking back.
Hold the Bubble!
Mission Debrief
Which part of the "Clear Skies" mission was the hardest for you today?
Eyes on Work
Quiet Body
Staying in Space
Clear Skies Mission Log Mission Log 03
J-Hawk Flight Academy
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Clear Skies
Space, Sound, and Focus Mission
1
Bubble Check
One arm's length.
2
Noise Check
Right volume for work.
3
Focus Check
Eyes on your desk.
4
Shields up
Ignore distractions.
My Flight Bubble
Safe Area
What are 2 things that belong inside your bubble?
Post-Simulation Analysis
A classmate is making noise while you're trying to work. What is your "Clear Skies" response?
Weekly Goal: Mission Focus
Keep your "Bubble" safe in the hallway and at your desk. Mark a J-Hawk Wing every day you stay in your bubble and stay on task!
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Safe Wings Slides Safe Wings
Mission 4: Dealing with Anger
Safety Squad
Safety Briefing
Learning Target
I can recognize when I am feeling angry and use a "Cool Down" choice to keep my wings safe.
Success Criteria
1
Recognize "Hot Body" signals.
2
Freeze your hands and feet.
3
Take 3 deep "J-Hawk Breaths."
4
Use a kind voice to ask for help.
The "Hot Body" Warning
RED FACE
Your face feels warm or your teeth are clenched.
FAST HEART
Your heart is thumping like a drum.
TIGHT FISTS
Your hands want to squeeze or push.
When you feel the HEAT, FREEZE your FEET!
Emergency Protocol
If we let the "Heat" take over, we make choices that hurt others or get us grounded.
"What is one thing that usually makes you feel 'Hot' at school?"
The Cool Down
Expert Steps
1 Hands in pockets (Safety First).
2 Deep breath in... out...
3 Ask for a "Cool Down" break.
[Adult-Student Breathing Model]
Simulation: Line Turbulence
The Challenge
"You are standing in line for recess. Someone accidentally steps on your new shoes and doesn't say sorry."
Pilot Action:
Freeze your body. Take 1 breath. Use words to tell a teacher you need space.
Safety Check
Safe Hands
Safe Face
Safe Words
Mission Active
When the "Heat" comes this week, use your Safe Wings.
Check your Body Temp!
Safe Wings Mission Log Mission Log 04
J-Hawk Safety Squad
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Safe Wings
Managing Anger & Safe Body Mission
1
Recognize
Feel the heat.
2
Freeze
Hands & feet stop.
3
Breathe
3 deep breaths.
4
Ask
Request help.
My Internal Heat Sensor
Head/Face
Heart
Hands/Fists
What does it feel like when you get "Hot" (angry)?
Which "Cool Down" choice works best for you?
Counting
Breathing
Help
Wall Push
Post-Simulation Analysis
You just finished a simulation where someone took your supplies. How did you keep your wings safe?
Safety Flight Log
Assignment: Recognize one "Hot Body" signal this week and use your "Freeze" step before doing anything else.
Notice
Freeze
Breathe
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Kind Voice Academy Teacher Guide Kind Voice Academy Guide
Tier 2 Intervention: Abusive & Inappropriate Language
Academy Objectives
• Eliminate "Non-directional Swearing" and "Directional Swearing" through internal filtering.
• Teach replacement skills for expressing frustration and asking for help without using hurtful words.
• Increase awareness of the impact words have on others (Kindness expectation).
Urbandale Code
Aligns with "Kind" and "Responsible" expectations. Replaces Abusive Language with Pro-Social Communication.
Communication Protocol
Mission 5: Kind Calls
Skill: Using an Internal Filter
Think of the words you want to say.
Filter check: Are these words kind? Are they school-appropriate?
Switch: If "No," think of a better way to say it.
Speak: Say the new, kind words.
Mission 6: Birds Eye View
Skill: Expressing Feelings & Asking for Help
Look at the person who can help.
Identify: "I feel _______ because _______."
Ask: "Can you please help me with _______?"
Listen: Listen to their answer and say "OK."
Communication Simulations
Kind Calls Simulation
Scenario: "You drop your tray in the cafeteria. You're embarrassed and want to yell a swear word."
Focus on the 'Switch'—what can they say instead? ("Oops!", "I need help", "That was frustrating.")
Success Marker:
Student pauses for 2 seconds before speaking to 'filter' their response.
Birds Eye View Simulation
Scenario: "A classmate is teasing you about your shoes. You feel like calling them a mean name back."
Focus on the 'I feel' statement. Replace the insult with an expression of the student's own emotion.
Success Marker:
Student uses the specific formula: "I feel [emotion] because [reason]."
Instructional Scaffolding
Kind Calls Slides Kind Calls
Mission 5: The Internal Filter
Kind Voice Academy
Communications Briefing
Learning Target
I can use my "Internal Filter" to make sure my words are kind and appropriate for school.
Success Criteria
The Mission Filter
Hurtful Words
Mean, Unsafe, or Loud
Kind Calls
Helpful & School-Safe
"If it's not a Kind Call, don't let it out of the cockpit!"
Signal Jamming
Hurtful words are like "static" in our academy. They break down trust and make people feel unsafe.
"How do you feel when someone uses a mean name or a swear word near you?"
Making the Switch
No Filter (Don't Say)
"This is stupid!"
"You're a [Swear Word]!"
"I hate this mission!"
Kind Switch (Say This)
"This mission is hard for me."
"I'm really frustrated with you."
"I need a different activity."
Simulation: Feedback Filter
The Scenario
"You are playing a game at recess and someone breaks the rules. You feel like yelling a mean name at them."
Internal Mission:
Pause for 3 seconds. Think of a 'Kind Switch' word. Speak it calmly.
Pause...
Kind Calls Only
Your mission this week is to keep your filter ON. Use helpful words even when you're frustrated.
Check your Signal!
Kind Calls Mission Log Mission Log 05
Kind Voice Academy
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Kind Calls
The Internal Filter Mission
1
Think
Wait 3 seconds.
2
Check Filter
Is it Kind & Safe?
3
Switch
Pick a better word.
4
Speak
Say it calmly.
The Switch Station
Write a "Kind Switch" for these "No Filter" words:
"You're a jerk!"
"I hate math!"
"Shut up!"
Internal Filter Report
In today's simulation, how did your filter help you stay out of trouble?
Transmission Log
Assignment: Practice the 3-second pause this week. Color a signal bar for every day you use your "Kind Switch" instead of hurtful words!
Strong Signal = Kind Voice
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Birds Eye View Slides Birds Eye View
Mission 6: Expressing Feelings & Asking for Help
Kind Voice Academy
Communications Briefing
Learning Target
I can use my words to tell how I feel and ask for help instead of using hurtful language.
Success Criteria
The Feelings Radar
ANGRY
"I feel angry because I lost my game."
SAD
"I feel sad because my friend left."
CONFUSED
"I feel confused because I don't know the work."
OVERWHELMED
"I feel overwhelmed because it's too loud."
Foggy Vision
If we don't use our words, people can't see why we are upset. They might think we are just being mean.
"What is easier: Yelling a mean word, or saying 'I need help'?"
Which one actually solves the problem?
The Mission Formula
1
"I feel Angry..."
2
"...because I don't have a pencil."
3
"Can you please help me?"
Simulation: Asking for the Save
The Scenario
"You are trying to open a stubborn glue stick, and it won't budge. You feel like throwing it across the room and yelling a bad word."
Pilot Action:
Identify the feeling. Identify the reason. Ask an adult for help using the formula.
Help Request Check
Look?
Feel + Because?
Asked Nicely?
Clear Communication
This week, whenever you have a "Big Feeling," use your Birds Eye View to explain it.
Express Yourself!
Birds Eye View Mission Log Mission Log 06
Kind Voice Academy
Pilot Name
Mission Date
Birds Eye View
Expressing Feelings & Help-Seeking
1
Look
Find your helper.
2
I feel...
Name the emotion.
3
Because...
Explain the reason.
4
Can you help?
Ask politely.
The Expression Lab
Practice filling in your formula for these tricky missions:
Mission A: Hard Homework
"I feel ..."
"...because ."
"Can you please ?"
Mission B: Recess Rules
"I feel ..."
"...because ."
"Can you please ?"
Post-Simulation Analysis
When you asked for help nicely today, what happened next?
Help-Seeking Wings
Mission: Ask for help 3 times this week using your "I feel..." formula. Color a bird every time you share your big feelings with an adult!
Mission 1
Mission 2
Mission 3
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