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RESPONSE TO INTERVENTION (RtI)
Heather Lorenzo, RtI/PBIS Coach QUICK LINKS       Download the RtI Brochure Download the RtI Decision Making Flowchart |
PBIS 
What is PBIS?
Data based decision making aligns curricular instruction and behavioral supports to student and staff needs. Schools applying PBIS begin by establishing clear expectations for behaviors that are taught, modeled, and reinforced across all settings and by all staff members. This provides an environment that supports the adoption and sustained use of effective academic and social/emotional instruction. PBIS has proven its effectiveness and efficiency as an evidence based practice. The principles and practices of PBIS are consistent with federal education mandates such as the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA). PBIS integrates state school improvement initiatives including Systems of Support, Standards Aligned Curriculum, and Response to Intervention to assist schools in meeting Illinois’ educational goals and mandates. What is a behavior matrix? A behavioral matrix is a grid that identifies specific positive behaviors for each behavioral expectation within specific settings and contexts. The matrix is generally assembled with the expectations down the left-hand side and the locations, routines or contexts across the top of the page. The positive behavioral expectations allow all faculty members to be on the same line of thinking with expectations and allow students to gain a clearer understanding of what behaviors are expected and what behaviors are not allowed in school. Expected behaviors and consequences for misbehavior will become universal to the faculty as well as the students. The students in each building were taught the expected behaviors for the specific locations listed on the matrix. What are cool tools? Specific lesson plans educators can use in the classroom to teach targeted behaviors that are listed on the behavior matrix. What are the benefits of PBIS? By designing and implementing positive interventions in specific areas, teachers and children maximize instructional opportunities and achieve academic success. For more information, please visit the PBIS Illinois website. Downloadable Media
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