The Boys' Town Education Model is an example of a success-oriented program of personalized social skills instruction. Boys' Town has demonstrated that schools can significantly reduce discipline problems, while directly and humanely teaching vital life skills in a positive school climate. Boys Town is one of the few programs that can be integrated into the entire school day and across the curriculum.

1. Following Instructions 

• Look at the person. 
• Say "Okay." 
• Do what you've been asked right away. 
• Check back.

2. Accepting Criticism or a consequence 

• Look at the person. 
• Say "Okay." 
• Don't argue

3. Accepting "No" for an answer 

• Look at the person. 
• Say "Okay." 
• Stay calm. 
• If you disagree, ask later.

4. Greeting Others. 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a pleasant voice. 
• Say "Hi" or "Hello."

5. Getting the Teacher's Attention. 

• Look at the teacher. 
• Raise your hand. Stay calm. 
• Wait until the teacher says your name. 
• Ask your question.

6. Making a Request 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a clear, pleasant voice. 
• Explain exactly what you are asking for. Say 'please. 
• If the answer is yes, say "Thank you."

7. Disagreeing Appropriately 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a pleasant voice. 
• Say "I understand how you feel."
• Tell why you feel differently. 
• Give a reason. 
• Listen to the other person.

8. Giving Criticism 

• Look at the person. 
• Stay calm. Use a pleasant voice. 
• Say something positive or "I understand." 
• Describe exactly what you are criticizing. 
• Tell why this is a problem. 
• Listen to the person. Be polite.

9. Resisting Peer Pressure 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a calm voice. 
• Say clearly that you do not want to participate. 
• Suggest something else to do. 
• If necessary, continue to say "No."
• Leave the situation.

10. Making an Apology 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a serious, sincere voice. 
• Say "I'm sorry for ... ." or "I want to apologize for.. ."
• Don't make excuses. 
• Explain how you plan to do better in the future. 
• Say "Thanks for listening."

11. Talking with Others 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a pleasant voice. 
• Ask questions. 
• Don't interrupt.

12. Giving Compliments 

• Look at the person. 
• Smile. 
• Speak clearly and enthusiastically. 
• Tell the person exactly what you like.

13. Accepting Compliments 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a pleasant voice. 
• Say "Thank you."
• Don't look away, mumble, or deny the compliment. 
• Do not disagree with the compliment.

14. Volunteering 

• Look at the person. 
• Use a pleasant, enthusiastic voice. 
• Ask if you can help. Describe the activity or task you are offering to do. 
• Thank the person. 
• Check back when you have finished.

15. Reporting Other Youths' Behavior 

• Look at the teacher or adult. 
• Use a calm voice. Ask to talk to him or her privately. 
• Describe the inappropriate behavior you are reporting. 
• Explain why you are making the report. 
• Answer any questions the adult has. 
• Thank the adult for listening.

16. Introducing Yourself 

• Look at the person. Smile. 
• Use a pleasant voice. 
• Offer a greeting. Say "Hi, my name is ... ."
• Shake the person's hand. 
• When you leave, say, "It was nice to meet you."