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Individualized Education Plans

All of our students have a tailored plan that outlines specific goals, interventions, & supports.

A team of professionals and family members develop student-centered plan.

Ensures that interventions are personalized and address the specific needs of the student.

Clear Expectations & Rules
 

Establish and communicate clear behavioral expectations for students across all settings.

Develop 3-5 school-wide expectations (e.g., Respect, Responsibility, Safety) and display them prominently throughout the school.

Provides students with a clear understanding of what is expected of them, reducing ambiguity and promoting positive behavior.

Teaching Positive Behavior

Explicitly teach students the expected behaviors and social skills needed for success in school.

Use direct instruction, modeling, role-playing, and practice in real-life situations.

Helps students learn and internalize appropriate behaviors.

Consistent Reinforcement

Implement a system for recognizing and rewarding positive behaviors among students.

Use verbal praise, tokens, or school-wide recognition programs (e.g., “Student of the Month”).

Increases motivation and encourages students to engage in positive behavior by providing tangible rewards.

Behavior Definitions & Responses

Develop a strategy that involves clearly defining specific behaviors and outlining appropriate responses to them.

Using modeling, positive reinforcement, and visual cues for specific targeted behaviors.

Promotes consistency and predictability in behavior management, making it easier for students to understand expectations/consequences.

Ongoing Professional Development

Provide training and resources for staff to effectively implement and sustain PBIS practices.

PD on recognizing positive behaviors, managing challenging behaviors, supporting social-emotional development.

​​Ensures that all staff members are equipped to reinforce positive behavior consistently.

Classroom Management & Teaching Strategies

In using evidence-based practices to prevent problem behavior, teachers can establish clear expectations and build positive relationships.

In using active supervision, the teacher monitors student behavior, providing immediate feedback, and redirecting students when necessary.

Increases student engagement, reduces problem behavior, and enhances teacher efficacy.

Emotion Regulation & Mindfulness Strategies

Teach students specific strategies to identify and manage their emotions (e.g., mindfulness techniques)

Guided practices for mindfulness, journaling, or using “feelings checklists.”

Helps students manage their emotions and reduces incidents of disruptive behavior.

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Small Group Social Skills Training

Conduct small group sessions that focus on teaching specific social skills (e.g., communication, conflict resolution, teamwork).

Role-playing, social stories, and guided practice in real-life scenarios.

Helps students develop appropriate social interactions and improves peer relationships.

Check-In/

Check-Out (CICO)

A daily structured program where students check in with a designated adult at the start and end of the day.

During check-in, students set goals for the day, and during check-out, they reflect on their progress and receive feedback.

Increases accountability, provides regular support, and reinforces positive behavior.

Behavior Contracts

Develop contracts that outline specific behavioral expectations and the rewards for meeting those expectations.

Involve the student in creating the contract to encourage buy-in and ownership.

Clarifies expectations and promotes self-regulation.

Mentoring Programs

Pair students with a mentor (an adult or older peer) who provides guidance, support, and encouragement.

Regular meetings to discuss goals, challenges, and successes.

Enhances student relationships and provides positive role models.

Positive Reinforcement Systems

Implement a system where individual students earn rewards for demonstrating positive behavior (e.g., earning tokens, points, or privileges).

Create a menu of rewards that appeal to students.

Encourages consistent positive behavior and motivates students to engage in the desired behaviors.

Behavioral Support Plans

Develop individualized behavioral support plans for students who need additional support but do not require a full BIP.

Define specific behaviors to target, interventions to use, and progress monitoring strategies.

Provides a structured approach to addressing behavioral challenges.

Peer Mediation Programs

Train students to act as peer mediators who help resolve conflicts among classmates.

Teach students conflict resolution strategies and effective communication skills.

Empowers students to take an active role in maintaining a positive classroom environment.

Targeted Academic Support

Provide additional academic support to students who may be struggling and acting out due to frustration or lack of understanding.

Use small group instruction, tutoring sessions, or homework clubs.

Reduces academic-related anxiety and increases engagement, which can positively impact behavior.

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Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)

Conduct an FBA to identify the underlying causes of a student’s challenging behaviors.

Gather data through direct observation, interviews, and behavior rating scales to understand triggers and functions of the behavior.

Provides insights into the behavior, which inform the development of targeted interventions.

Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)

Develop a BIP based on the FBA that outlines specific strategies to address challenging behaviors.

Include proactive strategies, teaching alternative behaviors, and consequences for specific behaviors.

Provides a clear framework for supporting the student and reducing problematic behaviors.

Intensive Social Skills Training

Implement individualized or small-group social skills training focused on specific deficits.

Use role-playing, modeling, and video feedback to teach appropriate social interactions.

Improves the student’s ability to navigate social situations and build positive relationships.

One-on-One Counseling or Therapy

Provide individualized counseling or therapy to address emotional and behavioral challenges.

Use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy, or solution-focused therapy tailored to the student’s needs.

Helps students develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and address underlying issues.

Crisis Intervention Plans

Develop specific plans to address acute behavioral crises that may arise.

Outline steps for de-escalation, safe spaces for students to calm down, and protocols for communicating with parents.

Ensures that staff are prepared to respond effectively to crises, minimizing disruption and supporting the student’s safety.

Wraparound Services

Coordinate a comprehensive set of services that address the student’s academic, social, emotional, and family needs.

Involve educators, mental health professionals, family members, and community resources.

Provides holistic support, addressing multiple aspects of the student’s life and fostering greater stability.

Behavioral Contracts with High Levels of Support

Create formal contracts that outline expectations and consequences, with a strong emphasis on support and guidance.

Regularly review and adjust the contract based on student progress and needs.

Provides clarity and structure, fostering accountability while emphasizing positive reinforcement.

Parent and Family Involvement

Actively involve parents and families in the intervention process, ensuring they are informed and engaged.

Offer training sessions, resources, and regular communication about the student’s progress.

Strengthens the home-school connection and encourages consistent support for the student across settings.