• Bridgeport Learning Center uses the Boys Town Model of Social Skills.  The students are taught social skills in the classroom.  Each skill has specific steps.  Please practice these skills at home with your child.  Consistency is one of the keys to our students' success!

  • FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Look at the Person
    2. Say OK
    3. Do what you've been asked right away
    4. Check back

  • ACCEPTING CRITICISM/CONSEQUENCES

    1. Look at the Person
    2. Say OK
    3. Stay Calm

  • ACCEPTING NO

    1. Look at the Person
    2. Say OK
    3. Stay Calm
    4. If you disagree, ask later

  • GREETING OTHERS

    1. Look at the person
    2. Use a pleasant voice
    3. Say hi or hello

  • GETTING THE TEACHER'S ATTENTION

    1. Look at the teacher
    2. Raise your hand and stay calm
    3. wait until the teacher says your name.
    4. Ask your question

  • DISAGREEING APPROPRIATELY

    1. Look at the Person
    2. Use a pleaasant voice tone
    3. Tell why you feel differently
    4. Give a reason
    5. Listen to the other person