Black Belt Behaviors

Parents have asked that we build some tools that will help reinforce the lessons of Taekwondo at home, at school, and in the community. With the help of Suzanne Brady, one of our parents, we have begun our Star Student and Black Belt Behaviors Program. Our whole premise is that children want to do well, and will thrive with encouragement, love and praise. We strongly believe every student is a STAR waiting to be recognized!

Here is how Black Belt Behavior Stars are awarded:

1. For junior students enrolled at Neill's Taekwondo & Fitness, we have copies of the "Black Belt Behaviors" weekly work sheet.
2. Throughout the testing cycle (approximately 8 weeks) the student should evaluate themselves on how they are doing. Bring the completed sheet to class 7 out of the 8 weeks and the student will earn a Red Star to sew on his/her uniform.
3. Stars will be awarded at the belt testings.

Other Stars in our Star Student Program

In addition there are three other stars awarded for outstanding performance at school, improvement in Taekwondo class, and community service.

Adults (parents, teachers, scout masters, etc.) are encouraged to write notes to Master Neill as to why the student should receive a star for academic achievement or community service. Notes are due a week before testing. (It can be a great surprise for the student if they don't know they are going to get the public recognition at the belt testing!)

There are four colors of stars:

• Red Star - Completion of the weekly Black Belt Behaviors worksheet throughout the testing cycle.
• Green Star - Academic Achievement
• Blue Star - Participating in a Community Service
• Gold Star - Most improved in Taekwondo Class

Red Stars are awarded to students that bring completed Black Belt Behaviors sheets to class for at least 7 out of the 8 weeks of the testing cycle. Green Stars are for students that have demonstrated academic achievement. Blue Stars are reserved for students that participate in community service. Students awarded Gold Stars have worked hard enough to demonstrate a marked improvement in Taekwondo class.

Get your Black Belt Behaviors sheet by clicking the link, or pick one up at the school!