Positive Behavioral
Interventions and Supports
(PBIS)
Parent Handbook
2009-2010
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Table of Contents
Page Number
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What is PBIS?
Goals
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Components
4
Matrix
5
Frequently Asked Questions
7
Acknowledgement Form
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What is PBIS:
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
(PBIS), is the behavior component of Response to
Intervention (RtI). PBIS at Indian Trail is a school
wide initiative allowing us to be on the same page
with regards to discipline and student behavior.
We will use a continuum of positive supports for all
students in all areas – classroom and non-classroom
settings.
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Goals
Teach all students the behaviors we expect.
Provide a safe environment where students achieve
academically and socially.
Increase academic achievement through consistent
behavioral expectations.
Encourage positive behaviors and interactions.
Decrease problem behaviors.
Reduce the number of disciplinary referrals.
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Components
Matrix – guideline of behavioral expectations
Cool Tools – lesson plans to teach behavioral
expectations
PAWS – tickets given to students for positive
behavior which may be exchanged for privileges or
other reinforcing items
School Wide Celebrations – every student will
participate in the beginning of the year kick off and
quarterly celebrations
Classroom and Office Disciplinary Referral Forms
– data collection system used to monitor student
behavior
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Matrix
Arrival/
Dismissal
I will be
respectful
I will be
responsible
I will be
safe
I will be
successful
follow adult
and patrol
directions
use
appropriate
language,
tone and
volume
go directly to
destination
wait in
designated
place
be on time
(between
8:40 and
8:50)
be prepared
with all
belongings
for school
and home
walk to and
from school
at a safe
pace
remain
seated on
bus
wait for adult
before
entering
classroom
arrive safely
at
destination
by using
time wisely
accept
responsibility
for helping
everyone
arrive safely
hands, feet,
objects to
self
Classroom
use indoor
voices and
be a good
listener
Hallway
Cafeteria
walk silently
talk quietly
hands, feet,
objects to
self
listen to
adults
work quietly
get
permission
use manners
hands, feet,
objects to
self
bring
materials to
class
be aware of
your
surroundings
pay attention
to stoplight
raise hand
and wait to
be called
upon
treat others
the way you
want to be
treated
quiet down
when
stoplight
turns yellow
use time
wisely
hands, feet,
objects to
self
stay with
your class
sit
appropriately
stay in your
seat
walk at a
safe pace
eat only your
own food
leave your
area orderly
face forward
stay in your
seat
complete
assignments
on time
go directly to
destination
keep
stoplight
green
stay in line
clean up
area and
throw trash
away
do your best
with a
positive
attitude
take pride in
your work
enter and
exit quietly
put empty
lunchbox in
bin
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School
Grounds
include
everyone
Bathroom
Emergency
Special
Events
flush
remain silent
listen to
directions
listen and
follow
directions
applaud and
laugh at
appropriate
times
use kind
words
use
equipment
appropriately
allow
everyone
their privacy
replace
clothing
before
leaving room
keep
bathroom
clean
wait patiently
give silent
attention to
activity
stay calm
follow adult
directions
play in
designated
area
observe time
limits
know
emergency
procedures
be ready to
participate
paper
products in
appropriate
receptacles
walk to
assigned area
and wait for
signal
sit in
designated
area
appropriately
wash hands
with soap
and water
follow
appropriate
procedure
hands, feet,
objects to self
keep water in
sink
be alert and
ready to go
respond
appropriately
stay with
assigned
adult
do not enter
classroom
without adult
report
problems
immediately
assume
appropriate
position
hands, feet,
objects to self
enter building
silently
keep a neat,
clean, and
sanitary
environment
be aware of
personal
space
positively
represent our
school
be aware of
surroundings
conserve
water when
washing
hands
accept
responsibility
for doing your
part
gain
educational
insight,
information
follow rules
and
procedures of
environment
be mindful of
the place,
chaperones
and people
who work
there
play fair
return bins
quietly
report
problem to
adult
immediately
be alert so
you won't get
hurt
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if my child loses his tickets?
Your child is responsible for their own tickets, this
is part of the behavioral expectation “be
responsible.”
How can my child earn a ticket?
By following the behavioral expectations, your
child may receive a ticket/PAW from any staff
member at any time. Tickets will be disseminated
What can I do as a parent to support PBIS?
1. Please remind your child daily of your
expectations to follow the behavioral expectations.
2. Keep the matrix visibly posted in your home.
3. If your child is having difficulty following the
expectations, use the matrix as a tool to review and
practice the behavioral expectations.
What are the quarterly celebrations?
School wide assemblies, including PBIS Kick-Off,
in which all students participate.
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