What is PBIS?

• PBIS provides structure and support for developing systems of positive and proactive schoolwide and individualized interventions strategies that…
  • promote a positive learning environment,
  • create a positive culture,
  • teach and reinforce appropriate behaviors,
  • prevents problem behaviors

How does PBIS Impact School Climate at South East?

• Relationships
• Increases positive staff-student interactions.
• Builds trust between adults and students.
• Safety
• Everyone knows what is expected and that adults will be consistent with enforcing rules.
• Students know they will be treated with respect, even when they make mistakes. They are re-taught and encouraged to try again.
• Connectedness
  • Students give feedback about systems.
  • Students given leadership opportunities.
• Teaching and learning
  • Proactive approach prevents most disruptive student behaviors in the classroom.
  • Teachers have strategies for redirecting and reteaching undesired behaviors.
  • Supports are in place for students who have more significant behavior issues.