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HOMEWORK,ORGANIZATION ANDPLANNING SKILLS (HOPS)INTERVENTIONSPresented by Ronne LancasterFCPS Licensed School PsychologistMental Health and Wellness ConferenceOctober 29, 2016
Overview Introduction Types of Students that Will Benefitfrom Program Executive Functioning Skills How to use HOPS Manuals Main objectives/skills taught inprogram Closing Remarks/Questions
HOPS Intervention (2011) Developed and authored by Joshua M. Langberg, Ph.D Published by National Association of SchoolPsychologists
HOPS: Parents Guide (2014)
Are you familiar with this student?
How About This Binder?
Or This Desk?
Or Backpack?
Why StudySkills? Important life skill for successfulfunctioning at home, school andthe work environment Poor study skills can causesignificant impairment in one’sschool achievement/grades Poor organization, planning,and time management preventchildren from reaching their fullpotential
Types of Students Who Will Benefit fromHOPS intervention Students withdisorganizedbinders, bookbags, lockers ordesks Students whoforget to bringmaterials home orback to school
Type of student continued Students who forget torecord assignments,tests, projects in agendaor assignment notebook Students who missdeadlines/due dates Students who havetrouble breaking downprojects or assignmentsinto manageable parts
Types of Students Continued Program was developed for use withstudents in 3rd grade through 10thgrade Mainly utilized and researched onmiddle school students May need to adapt expectations andrewards based on developmental age.
EXECUTIVEFUNCTIONING SKILLS
Executive Functioning Skills Neuroscience term describing brain-basedskills Approximately located in the Frontal lobeof brain “Conductor of the Orchestra”
Lobes of the Brain/Cerebral Cortex
Prefrontal Cortex of Frontal Lobe Where executivefunctioning takesplace Last area of brain todevelop Will continue todevelop until mid tolate 20’s
Executive Functioning Skills-Dawson andGuare ModelExecutive Functioning-ThinkingExecutive Functioning-Doing Working Memory Response Inhibition Planning/Prioritization Emotional Control Organization Sustained Attention Time Management Task Initiation Metacognition Goal-directed Persistence Flexibility
HOW TO USE THE HOPSPROGRAM
Used as a Tiered Intervention at SchoolTier 3Intensive(5%)Tier 2 Targeted (10%)Universal-Tier 1 (85%)
Collaboration with Teachers Match Classexpectations Teacher InitialPlanner CommunicateMissingAssignmentsParents CompleteParentChecklists ProvideReinforcement Monitor
FAMILY Acronym for Success Feasible Achievable Monitoring and rewarding Intervention should be fun Letting go You
Identify Areas to Target Collect Baseline Data RegardingOrganization of Materials (Schoolclinician) Decide where to start at home What would affect my child’s grades themost? Which would reduce family stress? Which of these skills is our family arguingabout most?
MAIN SKILLS
#1 School Materials OrganizationStudents Learn: Specific BinderSystem Book Bag/Backpackorganization Desk or Lockerorganization
Sample Modification for Middle SchoolHOPS SESSION NUMBERHomework Folder/Assignment Book/Binders1Student brought Homework Folder to sessionStudent brought Assignment book to sessionAll homework to be completed is in the left side and allhomework to be turned in is on the right side of the folderPapers are in the appropriate binders, no loose paperNumber of Homework Criteria met (# of Ys/4)BookbagBooks needed from homework are in bagThere are no books in the bag that are not needed fromhomework.There are no loose objects (pencils, pens, toys, etc.) in mainsectionNo loose paper in the bookbagNumber of bookbag criteria met (# of Ys/4)LockerThe books are stacked with spines facing outThere are no loose objects (paper, pens, etc.)There is no unnecessary clothing.Number of locker criteria met (# of Ys/3)TOTAL NUMBER234567
Order of Binder Materials1.2.3.4.5.6.Pencil and Pen PouchPlanner (Assignment notebook oragenda) or homework assignmenttracking sheetHomework folder labeled“Homework to be completed” onthe left and “Homework to beturned in” on the rightDividers with tabs for each classFolders labeled -one for each classLoose leaf paper
#2 Homework Recording/Management Students Will: Write downassignments inplanners Plan long-termprojects & tests Get plannerssigned
Parents To Establish HW Routine Specify Amount ofTime Dedicated toHomework EachDay Specify Time of Dayfor Homework to beCompleted Set Up Location forHomework to beCompleted
HW AreaAt Home Locate place in home wherethere are reduceddistractions and convenientfor parent monitoring Kitchen or Dining room oftenwork well Establish home rules with allfamily members to reducedistractions (e.g. no t.v.during homework hour)
Ensuring On-Task Behavior During HW Define Behaviors YouExpect to See Specify time forMonitoring Provide Specific Praise Set Specific andAchievable HWcompletion Goals
#3TIME MANAGEMENT Students learn to . Break Down Assignments& Long Term Projects Study Strategies Time it takes
Time Management Checklist Focus on more specific use of termsfor studying Students learn to plan for study time Students learn to plan and break downlong term projects
Sample from Time Management ChecklistPOINTS1. Student records upcoming quiz or test atleast 1 day in advance in general terms(test today)22. Student records upcoming quiz or test atleast 1 day in advance in specific terms(Lists pages covered)33.Student designates time to study forupcoming quiz or test44.Student designates amount of time tostudy55. Student record method for studying6DATEDATEDATE
Time Management Students learn about completingan evening schedule Students estimate time for hwcompletion Students record actual time for hwcompletion
Evening Schedule ExampleTimeActivity4:00Free r/Get ready forBed8:00TV time/read8:30BedtimeNotes
HOPS REWARD SYSTEM
Students are Motivated & Earn Points Uses a point system based oncriteria set forth in checklist Points are traded in foropportunity to cash in forsomething in the rewards menu
Rewards Menu ExampleREWARDPOINTSListen to Ipod or Music50 pointsTime to Draw or Do Art50 pointsComputer Time50 pointsLunch Bunch with Friends100 pointsBring a Friend to HOPS to Play aGame100 pointsHomework Pass150 points
Progress Monitoring and Data Data checklists for each areaprovided in HOPS program on CD Students keep track of pointsearned on point sheet Students can graph progress
Example Organization Skills Graph
Self Monitoring and Management Students complete a self managementplanner and checklist Goals are identified to monitor basedon progress, trouble shooting Review progress and spot checks
Transfer to Self Directed Monitoring Helps student remain organized Provides a plan for self organizationchecks and clean up
Example of Self Management ChecklistCriteriaDateDateDateThere are no loose papers in mybook bagYes/NoYes/NoYes/NoAssignments are written in myplannerYes/NoYes/NoYes/NoReceived teacher initialsYes/NoYes/NoYes/NoHomework folder has hw to becompleted on left sideYes/NoYes/NoYes/NoHomework folder has hw to beturned in on right sideYes/NoYes/NoYes/No
CLOSING REMARKS &TAKE AWAYS
Thing to try Setting up an area for homework Providing student with checklist on how toorganize binder Have student get assignment notebooksigned after writing down assignments Provide praise and reinforcement tomotivate and encourage success
Where to get books www.nasponline.orgCost: Parent Guide- 25.00 plus shipping (nonmembers) Clinician Treatment Manual- 65.00 (nonmembers) HOPS Set (both books)- 81.00 (non-members)
QUESTIONS?RMLancaster@fcps.edu
Planner (Assignment notebook or agenda) or homework assignment tracking sheet 3. Homework folder labeled “Homework to be completed” on the left and “Homework to be turned in” on the right 4
