1. 2015 WI PBIS Conference A5. Benchmark of Quality – Implementation Plan Dave Kunelius - WI RtI Center Regional Coordinator-PBIS

2. In Partnership with OSEP’s TA Center on Positive Behavior Support Co-Director’s: Rob Horner, University of Oregon, and George Sugai, University of Connecticut www.pbis.org www.pbisapps.org The Wisconsin PBIS Network (CFDA #84.027) acknowledges the support of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction in the development of this presentation and for the continued support of this federally-funded grant program. There are no copyright restrictions on this document; however, please credit the Wisconsin DPI and support of federal funds when copying all or part of this material.

3. Wisconsin RtI Center Our mission is to support schools through the phases and sustainability of their RtI system implementation. The core reason that the Wisconsin RtI Center exists is to develop, coordinate and provide high-quality professional development and technical assistance… as well as to gather, analyze and disseminate RtI implementation data to enhance the support of schools’ implementation.

4. Principles for RtI in Wisconsin: 1. RtI is for ALL children and ALL educators. 2. RtI must support and provide value to effective practices. 3. Success for RtI lies within the classroom through collaboration. 4. RtI is a framework for academics and behavior together. 5. RtI supports and provides value to the use of multiple assessments to inform instructional practices. 6. RtI is something you do and not necessarily something you buy. 7. RtI emerges from and supports research and evidence based practice.

5. RtI Definition An organizational framework that guides implementation of a culturally responsive, multi-level system of support to achieve academic and behavioral success for all Wisconsin RtI

6. RtI Definition Response to Intervention Is what? An organizational framework that guides implementation of a multi-level system of support Does what? to achieve academic and behavioral success for all For what?

7. What does PBIS emphasize? The PBIS decision-making process emphasizes 3 integrated elements to provide measureable outcomes for students: – DATA sources to support decision-making, – PRACTICES that support student behavior, and – SYSTEMS that support staff behavior.

8. Wisconsin’s Vision in detail...

9. Improving Decision-Making Problem Solution From: To: Problem Solving Using Data Solution Monitor Outcome

10. Supporting Staff Behavior Reduce teacher stress Increase teacher efficacy in teaching replacement behaviors Support teachers in designing classroom management systems

11. Six Key Elements of PBIS 1.Define, teach and acknowledge positive behaviors. 2.On-going collection and use of data for decision-making regarding implementation of systems that support effective practices. 3.Continuum of universal supports, targeted interventions, and individualized supports.

12. Six Elements (cont.) 4.Implement evidenced-based behavioral practices with fidelity and accountability 5.Arrange the environment to prevent the development and occurrence of problem behavior 6.Screen universally and monitor student performance and progress continually.

13. Benchmarks of Quality The Benchmarks of Quality (BoQ) is an annual assessment school teams use to identify areas of success and areas for improvement in the implementation of PBIS. The BoQ reports on nine areas of implementation, one of which is the implementation plan.

14. Benchmarks of Quality Implementation Plan 35. A curriculum to teach the components of the discipline system to all staff is developed and used 36. Plans for training staff how to teach expectations/rules/rewards are developed, scheduled and delivered

15. Benchmarks of Quality

16. Share What Stands Out to You AHA! Celebrations OH, NO! Areas to develop MM-HMM No surprise here– just as we suspected.

17. Benchmarks of Quality

18. Precision Statement During the 2014-15 school year, 879 WI schools implementing PBIS and self assessing using the BoQ: -- averaged 84.72 Total Score (fidelity = 70) --highest subscales were Expectations Defined (92.38) and Disciplinary Procedures (91.36) --and the greatest areas for development were Faculty Commitment (74.04) and Implementation Plan (75.52)

19. Benchmarks of Quality Implementation Plan, lets examine the items!!! (In Place, Partially, or No???) 37. A plan for teaching students expectations/rules/rewards is developed scheduled and delivered 38. Booster sessions for students and staff are planned, scheduled, and delivered

20. Benchmarks of Quality Implementation Plan: 39. Schedule for rewards/incentives for the year is planned 40. Plans for orienting incoming staff and students are developed and implemented

21. Benchmarks of Quality Implementation Plan: 41. Plans for involving families/community are developed & implemented

22. District Examples Superior School District Wausau School District

23. With an elbow partner What are two things that your school and/or district can accomplish this year in order to strengthen your implementation?

24. Questions?

25. National and State Resources www.wisconsinPBISnetwork.org www.pbisapps.org www.pbis.org www.apbs.org