WHAT IS PBIS ?
PBIS is a research based, systematic approach to teaching expected behaviors. It includes a three level system to address behavior needs and expectations school-wide, in classrooms and for students with at-risk behaviors. Behaviors are explicitly taught and reinforced through positive behavior supports.
WHAT IS P.A.W.S ?
PAWS is the acronym at Longfellow to outline the following expectations:
P-Perseverance
A-Are Always Responsible
W-Work and Play Safely
S-Show Respect
At Longfellow Elementary, we utilize a Behavior Matrix that was created and is implemented by all school personnel. It includes the expected behaviors in all school settings (for example, playground, library, classroom, etc). The behavior matrix is reviewed and revisited on a consistent basis. Each month, all classrooms are given a Matrix Lesson, which is a specially designed lesson plan in order to explicitly teach a desired behavior in a selected location.At Longfellow, we are promoting, “Pause, and think of P.A.W.S” to help our students make thoughtful decisions regarding the choices they make at school, at home and in the community.
During distant learning, we want to utilize our Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Matrix to continue our student's success in making thoughtful decisions regarding the choices they make during their live school lessons. We will be using the below Matrix during our distant learning portion of the school year.
Longfellow Elementary Distance Learning Matrix
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Longfellow Champions | Persevere | Are Always Responsible | Work & Play Safely | Show Respect |
Entering Class | *Come in with a positive attitude |
*Be on time & ready to learn
*Start class with devices charged
*Bring necessary materials
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*Choose a distraction-free space
*Use kind words & faces
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*Greet others |
Teacher-Led Instruction | *Be open to new learning & challenges |
*Be present
*Follow directions
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*Ask for help when needed |
*Audio off
*Wait your turn to share
*Listen attentively
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Group/Partner Work | *Stay focused |
*Encourage others to stay on task
*Be present
*Follow Directions
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*Use kind words & faces |
*One speaker at a time
*Respects others opinions
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Independent Work & Ipads | *Try your best |
*Focus on your work
*Turn in assignments on time
*Follow directions
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*Use kind words & faces
*No liquids around Ipad
*Use materials appropriately
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*Plugin Ipad when finished for the day |
WHAT CAN PARENTS DO TO SUPPORT PBIS and PAWS ?
Where can I find more information on PBIS?