Behavior Support

Considerations for the Provision of Functional Behavior Assessments

• Consider if the FBA is needed due to difficulties with academic task completion and problem behavior that may result from instruction provided through virtual learning or instructional packets to be completed (with support of the parent/guardian).

• Consider how the appropriate district personnel (school psychologist, special education teacher) could conduct the functional behavior assessment via videoconferencing. School district staff can conduct parent and student interviews, observe and collect data on target behaviors as it relates to completion of academic content when the student is completing assigned work.

Considerations for the Provision of Development and Implementation of PBSP

• • After completion of an FBA, consider if a PBSP is warranted. If yes, consider suggesting the most simple but highly effective strategies that families will be able to implement on a consistent basis.

  • Be sure that any reinforcement contingencies established are able to be followed

Consideration: Students Who Need Replacement Instruction

• Reference: The Association for Positive Behavior Support. (n.d.) Brief overview of positive behavior support. https://www.apbs.org/about/families

Consideration for Providing Ongoing Behavioral Support to Families

• Can the student and family be linked to outside services through SAP? Can SAP provide tele-health support?