BEST is an acronym for Behavior Emotional Social Skills Teaching. The BEST program incorporates, Positive Behavior Supports, scientifically based research practices and interventions, and student placement in mainstream settings where there is access to general curriculum and highly qualified teachers.

With the ongoing support of a BEST specialist, each student in BEST learns, practices, and implements individualized strategies that address targeted behaviors of concern. By combining targeted and intensive social skills instruction with behavior monitoring and coaching, BEST facilitates the student's' development of self-management skills. Students in BEST benefit from social learning opportunities with all peers, increased access to the general curriculum and individualized behavior support.

At its core, BEST is about educating - providing both instruction and practice in the social skills that students need to be successful in life.