Recommended Steps for Implementing the DRC

Step 1: At the start of the day or class period, remind the child of their target behaviors and rewards

EXAMPLE: “Remember, Michael, if you can respect your peers today with 3 or fewer instances of teasing, you can meet your goal and earn a reward. You did well yesterday, so let’s have another great day!”

Step 2: Use TLC (Track, Label, and Connect) when a child exhibits a target behavior

• Give feedback (discreetly, when possible) by labeling the behavior
• Give labeled praise to the child when they exhibit a positive behavior related to the DRC
• Connect it to the DRC and track it (on paper, by phone, or online)

Behavior Variation Example: “Michael, you just spoke without raising your hand. That’s one interruption on your report card.”

Labeled Praise Example: “Michael, great job raising your hand. What would you like to say?”

Step 3: At the end of the day, give the child the DRC, briefly review success, and offer a reward

EXAMPLE: “Michael, you met 2 out of 3 goals today, which means you can select from these rewards. Good job raising your hand and getting your math work done today! Tomorrow, let’s work really hard on keeping your hands to yourself so that you can meet all three goals. What reward would you like to select for your 2 met goals today?