P.B.I.S.

What is P.B.I.S?

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based framework for supporting the whole child. PBIS improves social emotional competence, academic success, and school climate. PBIS has a few important principles:

• Every child can learn proper behavior.
• This is a proactive approach that teaches appropriate behavior.
• Each child is different, and schools need to provide many kinds of behavior support.
• Behaviors are modeled, taught, and acknowledged in a positive manner.
• Following a child’s behavioral progress is important.
• Schools must gather and use data to make decisions about behavior problems.
• Keep in mind that PBIS is not a treatment or therapy. It’s more like a framework for teachers, administrators, and parents.