After school Programs & Discipline

How important is discipline when it comes to after school programs? Since
most of the activities are recreational, does a program must adhere to
strict rules? Discipline is as important here as it is in
activities that pertain to the school. The child is sent to a program
because you need him to learn more. Discipline in form or the other is
necessary to facilitate learning.

Every program ought to start by laying down the rules. The supervisor or
teacher ought to describe each rule & can thus prevent future mishaps.
Misbehavior ought to be addressed as & when it occurs. Deal with the
issue in such a manner that it causes the least disruption. It is unwise
to turn a blind eye to misbehavior because it catches on like fire, &
soon you will have a bunch of unruly children on your hands. Besides,
however much they resist it, children like to operate within the safety
net of strict guidelines & rules.

When a child misbehaves, it is mostly due to a craving for attention. A
supervisor ought to observe the children & find out what the child desires.
Talk to the child so that you can understand what he or he desires.
Appropriate disciplinary measures ought to be taken if there's no apparent
reasons for bad behavior.