Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is  a multi-tiered approach to social, emotional and behavior support. The broad purpose of PBIS is to improve the effectiveness, efficiency and equity of schools and other agencies. PBIS improves social, emotional and academic outcomes for all students, including students with disabilities and students from underrepresented groups.

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Creating Positive Behavior Support Plans 00:31:00 minutes

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Alternatives to Suspension and Expulsion Despite their wide-spread use, disciplinary exclusions are largely ineffective in reducing problem behaviors. This product provides information about implementing alternative consequence strategies and reducing the need for suspension and expulsion.

An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis This booklet describes the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), how ABA is used in education, and different educational approaches that use the principles of ABA.

Annotated Positive Behavior Support Plan For a student with an Individualized Education Program (IEP), the positive behavior support plan is integrated within the IEP document. However, while focusing on behavioral interventions, the team may find it helpful to develop all components of the plan at one time. For this reason, the annotated positive behavior support plan includes relevant components of Section VI of the IEP document: program modifications and specifically designed instruction, related services, and supports for school personnel provided for the child. These may serve as reminders for the IEP team to consider in designing the positive behavior support plan.

Behavioral Health Services: An Introductory Guide for Educators This guide provides educators and administrators with an overview of information to assist in understanding Pennsylvania’s system of behavioral health services for children and their families.

Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Public Education: Rationale and Guidelines As the number of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) has grown, so has the need for effective educational interventions. Addressing the needs of students with autism is best accomplished through a team approach and a key member of that team can be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This guide describes the role of BCBAs, the educational path toward achieving this designation, standards of practice for behavior analysts, and guidelines for educational practice.

Functional Behavioral Assessment Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a student-centered team process used in instances when behavior negatively impacts a student’s learning or that of the student’s peers. This brochure provides information about FBA.

Functional Behavioral Assessment Process Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process of gathering information to understand the function (purpose) of behavior in order to write an effective Positive Behavior Support Plan. This publications explains the FBA process and includes a worksheet, which walks IEP teams through the steps of the process.

Instructional Practices for Behavior Management This information sheet discusses the link between classroom behavior and instruction. Included is a checklist to help teachers determine if they are implementing effective instructional practices in their classrooms.

Manifestation Determination This rack card explains Manifestation Determination, which is a process required by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004). A Manifestation Determination is conducted when considering the exclusion of a student with a disability that constitutes a change of placement.

Manifestation Determination Worksheet A Manifestation Determination is a process, required by the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA 2004), which is conducted when considering the exclusion of a student with a disability that constitutes a change of placement.

PaTTANpod: Inspiring Educational Growth PaTTANpod is a thought-provoking discussion program that enables educators to access professional development directly from their classroom, office, or home. PaTTANpod currently offers episodes on a variety of topics, with additional episodes being added monthly.

Pennsylvania's PBIS System: Recognition 2019-2020 School Year The Pennsylvania Positive Behavior Support Network (PaPBS) is pleased to announce the recipients of recognition for high fidelity implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS). The PaPBS Network recognition system annually identifies and publicly distinguishes Pennsylvania’s Program Wide (PW) and School Wide (SW) sites for successful implementation of PBIS.

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Sielke Caparelli, Ed.D. PaTTAN - Pittsburgh

Donna Halpin PaTTAN - East

Ashley Harned PaTTAN - Harrisburg

Jeanie Hertzler PaTTAN - Pittsburgh

Nikole Hollins-Sims PaTTAN - Harrisburg

Willow Hozella PaTTAN - Harrisburg

Tina Lawson PaTTAN - East

Ron Logan PaTTAN - East

Kathryn Poggi, Ed.D. PaTTAN - Pittsburgh

Tara Russo PaTTAN - Harrisburg

Sandy Shacklady-White PaTTAN - East

Bob Shields PaTTAN - Pittsburgh

Kristin Starosta, Ph.D. PaTTAN - East

Erica Kaurudar PaTTAN - Harrisburg

Scott Semow PaTTAN - Pittsburgh

Chanda Telleen PaTTAN - Harrisburg