Palmer Positive Behavioral Intervention and Support (PBIS)
What
is PBIS?
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
describes methods used to identify and support desired behaviors in the
school setting. This program is research-based and looks different in every
school. PBIS seeks to reduce or eliminate poor behavior school wide through
the encouragement of positive behaviors. Over the first few weeks of school,
students will participate in lessons designed to teach expectations both in
the classroom and throughout common areas in the school. These expectations
are reinforced during the year, and rewards are given to students
demonstrating appropriate behaviors.
PBIS at Palmer
The student expectations in all areas of Palmer are to
be respectful, responsible, an achiever, and a solution. We believe these
are the characteristics of a true Palmer Champion, and encourage all
students to practice and recognize these qualities in themselves and others.
Students who do not meet these expectations receive infractions within the
PBIS Rewards website. Parents are encouraged to regularly review their
child’s account and discuss any infractions.
PBIS Rewards
To recognize students for exemplifying the Panther
Pledge, points are given through the PBIS Rewards App that students can
redeem for prizes within the classroom and at the PBIS store. Families will
have access to student accounts to see how many points have been earned by
the student, and if the student has incurred any behavior infractions for
not abiding by the Panther Pledge.
How Can Parents Help?
Parents are an important part of PBIS. We encourage
parents to use the same expectations and rules that the school
teaches. This common language creates unified support for
expected behavior. We ask parents to discuss the common expectations at home
(being respectful, responsible, an achiever, and a solution). Children
thrive when they have consistent expectations and consequences.
To access the PBIS Rewards app, go to https://www.pbisrewards.com/login/