Staffs’ June 2021 BSPD Digest

Week 1 – June 3^rd, 2021 Theme: Understanding Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)

MTSS stands for Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. MTSS is a process for providing support for students who need additional support using a tiered approach. It is important to note that students do not need to pass through all tiers to be evaluated for an IEP, though movement through tiers can provide data that might help inform an IEP. Find more here: https://www.understood.org/en/learning-thinking-differences/treatments-approaches/educational-strategies/mtss-what-you-need-to-know

Week 2 – June 10^th, 2021 Theme: Getting Starting with Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS)

Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS) is a framework that some schools use to improve outcomes and reduce exclusionary discipline. The Center for PBIS has many resources including this overview of PBIS that might help you understand schools that use this framework and how they support student behavior. Check it out! https://www.pbis.org/pbis/getting-started

Week 3 – June 17^th, 2021 Theme: Understanding Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

You probably see Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) all the time, but do you know how data is gathered and how a BIP is implemented? Check out this video for more information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qaz5kcS2oD4

Week 4 – June 24^th, 2021 Theme: More on Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)

FBAs can be difficult for families to understand. Here is a resource for parents from the PACER Center which includes information on FBAs and how an FBA can help inform an IEP: https://www.pacer.org/cmh/learning-center/positive-behavior/functional-behavioral-assessment.asp