Tier 2

What is Tier 2?

Tier 2 in PBIS is targeted intervention for students who are not responding adequately to Tier 1 supports. These students may exhibit repeated problem behaviors that are not severe but still interfere with their learning or the learning of others.

Tier 2 = Early Intervention
It serves approximately 10–15% of the student population who need extra structure, feedback, and practice with behavior skills—before behaviors escalate into major concerns.

How Do Students Move to Tier 2?

 Data-Based Identification

Students are typically referred to Tier 2 through:

• Behavioral data patterns (e.g., 3–5 office referrals within a month)

• Teacher/staff referral

• Screening tools (like SSIS, SRSS, or behavior screener rubrics)

• Failure to respond to Tier 1 supports (despite reteaching and check-ins)

 Important: Moving to Tier 2 is not a punishment—it’s a support system designed to help students succeed.

Components & Principles of Tier 2

1. Early Identification

• Regular data review to flag students with emerging needs

• Universal screening tools or referral processes

2. Increased Structure

• Daily or weekly check-ins/check-outs (CICO)

• More frequent feedback on behavior

• Structured reinforcement systems

3. Small Group Interventions

• Social skills groups (e.g., conflict resolution, emotional regulation)

• Academic behavior supports (organization, work completion)

• Self-monitoring training

4. Positive and Preventive

• Focus remains on teaching and reinforcing positive behavior

• NOT punitive, reactive, or isolating

• Builds student–adult relationships

5. Data-Driven Progress Monitoring

• Use data (e.g., point sheets, CICO forms) to track response

• Adjust interventions if progress stalls

6. Family Involvement

• Parents are informed and involved in goals

• Regular home–school communication (e.g., daily reports or notes)