PBIS & Behavior Supports

1️⃣ Tier 1 Supports (Schoolwide for All Students)

• Clear Behavior Expectations (BOLTS Matrix)

  • Be Respectful, Own Your Actions, Lead by Example, Take Safety Seriously, Strike for Excellence.

  • Posted in classrooms & common areas.

• Behavior Lessons & Reinforcement

  • Regular lessons on expectations (start of year, after breaks, refreshers).

• Positive Reinforcement Systems

  • BOLT tickets

  • Schoolwide recognition boards & assemblies.

• Classroom Management Supports

  • Consistent routines, clear procedures, visual reminders.

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Integration

  • Morning meetings, mindfulness moments, or Second Step curriculum.

2️⃣ Tier 2 Supports (Targeted for Students Who Need Extra Help)

• Check-In/Check-Out (CICO)

  • Daily goal-setting with an adult, morning check-in & afternoon check-out for feedback.

• Small Group Social Skills Groups

  • Led by counselor or psychologist, focusing on friendship, conflict resolution, or self-regulation.

• Mentorship Programs

  • Pairing students with staff or older peer mentors for regular check-ins.

• Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

  • Tailored plans for students with recurring behavior concerns.

• Break Cards or Calm Down Passes

  • Structured supports allowing students to take a break to self-regulate.

3️⃣ Tier 3 Supports (Intensive, Individualized Support)

• Individualized Behavior Contracts

  • Specific agreements between student, family, and school outlining goals & rewards.

• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA)

  • Data-driven assessments to understand the root cause of behaviors.

• One-on-One Counseling & Interventions

  • Intensive support with counselor, psychologist, or behavior interventionist.

• Crisis Intervention Plans

  • Safety & support plans for students with severe behavioral needs.

4️⃣ Family & Community Supports

• Parent Workshops on Behavior Supports & SEL

  • Equipping families with strategies to support behavior at home.

• Restorative Practices & Circles

  • Focus on repairing relationships and fostering accountability.

• Community Partnerships for Mental Health & Behavior Support

  • Collaborations with outside agencies for additional services.

5️⃣ Progress Monitoring & Recognition

• Behavior Tracking Forms (Daily, Weekly Reports)

  • Simple forms to track behavior goals and share with families.

• Celebrations & Incentives

  • Individual, classroom, and schoolwide recognitions for positive behavior growth.