PBSIS: Day 4 Training. Overview of Day Updates on: –Posters –Student Recognition Systems –Fundraising Planning the Instructional Event Developing your

PBSIS: Day 4 Training

Overview of Day

• Updates on:– Posters– Student Recognition Systems– Fundraising

• Planning the Instructional Event

• Developing your PBSIS Implementation Manual

Team Updates

• Posters

• Staff buy-in

• Recognition system

The Basis for Instructional

Events to Teach

Behavior Expectations

Why Conduct Instructional Events

• Set the tone for expected social behavior: – The only way we can be sure students really

know what is expected of them is by TEACHING, just like we would academic content

– Making expectations explicit will only help to increase the kinds of behaviors you want to see from your students

Why Conduct Instructional Events

• Build community and connectedness through celebration and recognition– Showcase student and staff talents– Stimulate a sense of spirit and community– Celebrate accomplishments– Encourage cultural competence and cultural

connections among different groups in your building

PBSIS Instructional Event

• A specific time set aside to introduce and teach the behavioral expectations:– Instruction of the expectations by location

• Teacher directed instruction• Discussion • Practice opportunities• Reinforcement

– Spirit and Celebration Activities• Large group/whole school activities• Lots of fun• Build unity and spirit

What Makes an Instructional Event Successful?

• High quality instruction• Everyone in the building participating• Enthusiasm• Well organized schedule and materials• Prepared staff• Tone of celebration• Ongoing daily use of language within school

routines and interactions with students

Instructional Event Overview

• Develop a schedule that will guide the instructional event activities

• Develop high quality lesson plans and instructional materials

• Plan for celebratory activities

• Invite members of the community and district guests

Instructional Event Planning:

Develop a Schedule

Develop a Schedule

Determine:• Format of Instructional Event

– Half day, full day, over week/several days– Get administration and board approval

• Time Periods– Schedule approximately 20 minutes per lesson plan– Remember to account for transition time

• Grouping of Students– Class, teams, grades, learning community– Consider number of grades and age of students

Develop a Schedule

Determine:• Sequence of Event

– Make logical - Have students move from nearby locations when possible

– Remember to account for lunch periods and specials

• Who will teach the lesson plans– Universal Intervention Team Members, homeroom

teachers, classroom teachers, related arts, cafeteria and playground aides, etc.

Develop a Schedule

Determine:• Opening and closing events

– Who will tell the students general information about PBSIS and give an overview of the day?

– Who will make a closing remark summarizing the day?

– How will the opening and closing events occur (i.e. loudspeaker, TV, auditorium, etc.)?

• Union contract issues– Touch base with a union representative if necessary

• Gain approvals as necessary

Bordentown Regional High School Presents Our Kick Off Celebration Of

BORDENTOWN IS ON POINT!

Friday September 10, 2010 at 1:00 pm

(please arrive between 12:30pm - 12:45pm)

Itinerary of Events: Presentations/ Performances – 1:00pm – 1:25pm

Welcome and Introduction of Program Staff and Student Recognition Student Performance Guest Speaker Bill Davis from Positive Behavior

Supports in Schools Community Fair Session #1 – 1:30pm – 1:55pm Community Fair Session #2 – 2:00pm – 2:26pm

Parking will be available at the front of the school. You will be greeted by a staff member & directed upon arrival. Tables and

chairs will be provided for all community members assisting with our sessions. Please contact Jodie Glenn for additional questions

or if you need special accommodations at your table. (609) 298-0025 x1108

We appreciate your support of our new program and look

forward to seeing you!

Kick Off Orientation Each session will be approximately 15 minutes in length with 5 minutes traveling time allowed to get to next session. Tuesday, September 20, 2005 First Grade 9am to 11am All classes will arrive in auditorium by 8:55 am in order for orientation to begin on time. 15 minute introduction/overview will be given to students by Ms. Rufino, Mrs. Burnett, Mr. Barbato. Students will then move to following areas. One group of students will start the process by staying in the auditorium to receive instruction from Mrs. Burnett on emergency evacuation from auditorium and will then move on. Audi Hallway Stairs Cafeteria Courtyard 101/102 104 105/106 209 210 210 101/102 104 105/106 209 209 210 101/102 104 105/106 105/106 209 210 101/102 104 104 105/106 209 210 101/102 At end of orientation sessions, students will go to cafeteria for lunch. Afternoon session Fifth Grade 12:45 to 2:30 pm All classes will go to auditorium at 12:45 pm. Orientation will proceed as above. Audi Hallway Stairs Cafeteria Courtyard 201 202 203 206 301B 301B 201 202 203 206 206 301B 201 202 203 203 206 301B 201 202 202 203 206 301B 201

Rotations for 5th grade to go over Lesson Plans (PBSIS)

Period 2

Period 3

Period 5

Period 6

Teams 9:39-10:07 10:10-10:40 10:43-11:11 11:14-11:44 12:50-1:17 1:20-1:51 1:54 – 2:22 2:25-2:50

Dynamites Cafeteria

Hallway/ Stairs Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher

Playground Arrival/ Dismissal

Recognition & Cover homeroom procedures Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher

Auditorium Bathroom Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher

Classroom Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher

Warriors Hallway/ Stairs

Playground Arrival/ Dismissal

Recognition & Cover homeroom procedures Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher



Cafeteria Report back to Homeroom for dismissal

Desperados Playground Arrival/ Dismissal

Recognition Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher



Cafeteria

Hallway/ Stairs Taught in classroom by homeroom teacher

PBSIS KICK-OFF DAY SCHEDULE

Schedule Lesson plans to Teach

Admin 8:15 – 8:25 Mark J. to set up for the day and overview of the Comet Code

HR 8:25 – 9:00 Homeroom teachers read about recognition system Restrooms Cafeteria

2nd 9:05 – 9:40 Classroom 3rd 9:45 – 10:20 Hallway, Lobby & Stairs

4th 10:25 – 11:00 Gym & Locker room

8th 11:05 – 11:40 Library

9th 11:45 – 12:20 Auditorium

Admin. 12:20 – 12:30

Overview of the day by Mark J.

Instructional Event

Planning:

High Quality Lesson Plans

and Instructional

Materials

Strategies for Teaching Behavioral Expectations

• Define in concrete terms• Link the expectation with typical routines• Discuss what it means• Demonstrate what it looks and sounds

like• Practice when, where, and how• Reinforce or Re-teach• Follow up with booster sessions

Who Will Deliver the Lessons?

• Option 1: (best option) – Students rotate into designated areas – A universal team member(s) takes the lead on

providing instruction in a designated area

• Advantage – quality control and consistency in delivery of lesson; students get the opportunity to see a model/practice in the area

• Consideration – developing & coordinating the rotation schedule


• Option 2: – Students rotate into designated areas (or stay in

classroom)– Individual teachers provide instruction

• Advantage: Gets teaching staff directly involved in teaching the expectations; students get the opportunity to see a model/practice in the area

• Consideration: ensuring consistent quality of instruction and message; developing and coordinating the schedule


• Option 3:– Universal team members deliver instruction via the

school’s TV network– Individual teachers facilitate activities or discussion

• Advantage: quality control and consistency in delivery of lesson; gets teachers involved; coordination is a bit easier

• Consideration: students do not get the experience of seeing a model or practicing in the location


• Option 4:– Incorporate upper classman into the delivery of lesson

• Advantage: peer responsive, development of peer leadership and student ownership

• Consideration: need to work with students to sufficiently prepare for their role in supporting the delivery of instruction on social behaviors

Planning Instruction for Transitions & Routines

• A transition occurs when there is a change in routine; one task or activity is ending and another is beginning.

• 2 types of transitions:

1. Changing locations (from regular class to gym, lunch, music etc.)

2. Changing activities (from Math to English, or free time to work time)

Effective Transitions & Routines:

1. Reduces the chances of class disruptions and problem behavior from occurring

2. Increases the number of opportunities and amount of time spent for instruction

3. Helps to maintain optimal learning environments

4. Gives indirect feedback regarding pace at which student is working

Team Time Instructions

• As a team consider the different format variations for conducting the instructional event

• Discuss the pros and cons of the different variations for your school

• Develop a preliminary plan for what your instructional event will look like

Please return to the whole group

in 15 minutes

Suggestions for Signaling Transitions & Routines

• Gain attention prior to start

• Use multiple warning signals (visual and auditory)

• Give reminders of expectations

• Minimize down time

• Ensure transitioning to a structured activity/environment

Ensure ALL Students Participate in the Instructional Event

• Make sure that all classes; including resource and self-contained special education classes, are invited to be a part of the instructional event

• Consider the needs of students with disabilities and possible accommodations that might need to be in place

• Consider the needs of students who need instruction and materials in another language

Core Lesson Plan and Instructional Activities

Some students will need accommodations and/or follow up small group/personalized instruction after the event

A few students will need modifications to participate in the instructional event along with personalized follow up instruction

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Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

• Strategy 1: Contact special education teachers and provide them with the materials as early as possible so they can determine the necessary accommodations

• Strategy 2: Embed highly utilized accommodations / modifications as part of the process (e.g., handout of the location expectations) to make the instruction accessible to all students

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

• Use picture icons for the expectations

• Develop social stories to teach a routine

• Incorporate use of the tickets into individual behavior plans

• Pair up with peer buddy(ies)

• Build expectations into daily plans, behavior charts, etc.


• As a team consider the needs of students with disabilities at your schools

• Discuss a plan for how you will ensure students with disabilities who have accommodation/modification needs will be supported to be a part of AND successful during the instructional event

Please return to the whole group in 15 minutes

Using Video With Your Instructional Event

• Schools develop three types of videos in conjunction with their instructional events:

– Videos to use as part of the instructional process & to orient new students

– Short commercials that reinforce a targeted idea

– Videos to document their event


• Instructional Videos– Role plays by location that have students act

out/talk through the expectations for that area– Can use action and still pictures– The main message should focus on what you

want student to do


• Short Commercials– 1-3 minute videos that reinforce a specific

targeted idea e.g., “Remember to wear your ID;” “Be on time”

– Can use action and still pictures– The main message should focus on what you

want student to do– Typically shown in homeroom or during

announcements


• Documenting Your Event– A montage of images that provide an

overview of your instructional event– Share with parents, superintendent, BOE, and

community members– Some schools post a link on their website;

show on the district cable station– Can be a helpful tool to solicit donations

Suggestions for Developing Quality Videos: Planning for Your Video

• Role Play Videos:– Recruit a student committee to develop and act in the

videos– Work with the students to develop scripts for the role

plays that have a clear message– Ensure the role play has a clear instructional

message– Have students narrate and introduce video scenarios

• Video to Document the Event– Develop a recording plan of what footage is a priority– Know when and where priority activities are

happening– Work with the key people participating in the activity

to be videoed

Suggestions for Developing Quality Videos: Getting the Footage

• Have videographers work in teams

• Better to get more footage and edit – then not get enough

• Use an mounted microphone – don’t rely on the in-camera mic

• When possible use a tripod or stabilizer – try to keep the camera steady

Suggestions for Developing Quality Videos: Editing and Producing Video

• Role Play Videos– If using contrasting role plays sequence the “what not

to do” first followed by the “right way”– Include text at the bottom of the screen that reinforces

the right way: “walk in the halls”

• Videos to Document the Event– Use intro headers so the viewer knows what they are

watching– Edit footage into a series of short scenarios that

illustrate key ideas/messages from the day

Developing Quality VideosExamples

• Videos of student role play– West Deptford Middle School– Thomas Jefferson Middle School – Lodi


• Consider the use of video during your instructional event and the beginning of a plan for developing a video


in 15 minutes

Instructional Event

Planning:

Plan for Celebration Activities

Examples of Celebration Activities

• Talent & accomplishment showcases (e.g., Bordentown High School)

• Community fair (e.g., Irwin Elementary School)

• Awards and “shout-outs”• Motivational speeches• Cultural sharing• Team building activities (e.g., New

Providence MS)

Bordentown Regional High School’s Instructional Event


T-Shirt Dispenser Used At the Kick Off Celebration

Instructional Event Planning:

Invite Community and District Guests

Examples of Invited Guests

• Parents – consider the need for translators to encourage parent participation

• District personnel – superintendent, director of special services, other principals, etc.

• Community members – mayor, council members – Consider key community leaders who reflect the

cultural make-up of the school community

• Former students – invite students who have gone on to be successful

Examples of Invited Guests

• A great idea:

– Older students at # 20 school in Jersey City are PBSIS Ambassadors greeting and escorting guests

Student and Staff Recognition

Anthony Covington won the Governorship of American Legion Jersey Boys State. Assemblyman Herb Conaway Jr. presented his award. Assemblyman Conaway is a graduate of Bordentown Regional High School and was elected Governor at Boys State in 1980.



• Discuss initial ideas for celebration – community building events during your instructional event


in 15 minutes

Develop a PBSIS Procedures &

Implementation Manual

Develop a PBSIS Instructional Event Manual

• In preparation for your instructional event, you will develop a manual for your school

• The manual can be used as part of preparing staff for the instructional event AND for preparing new personnel and subs that join the staff over the course of the school year

PBSIS Instructional Event Manual Should Include

• Letter from the principal• Committee List • PBSIS Fact Sheet• Instructional Event Schedule/Agenda• List of Expectations for each location• Recognition System Plan

– Recognition System Ticket– Suggestions for Handing Out Tickets

• Lesson plans

Parent Outreach

• Every parent* should get a packet:– Intro letter from the principal– Explanation of PBSIS at your school– Expectations listed by location– Sample ticket– Description of the recognition system procedures– Who to contact with questions

**consider the needs of your parent population (e.g., developing a translated version of parent materials to encourage parent participation)

Train Staff on Instructional Event

• Prior to the instructional event, set aside time (e.g., 1 hour) to train staff on the instructional event day procedures

• Staff receive copies of the “PBSIS” Instructional Event Manual that you will create

• Review materials and answer questions

At The End of Your Instructional Event..

Instructional Event Feedback

• At end of instructional event, ask staff for feedback– What went well– What could be improved– Opinions about lesson plans– Other areas to include next year– Volunteers!

PBSIS Instructional Event Feedback Survey

-----Please Return to Lourdes McCain--

1. What were your general impressions of the instructional event day? What would you say were the positives? __________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ What could go better next year? _________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________

2. How do you feel about the timing of the instructional event day? It was too early in the year It should have been on the first day Other: ______________________________________ 3. Do you feel the students responded well to the lesson plans? Yes No

What were some of the observations that informed your opinion? ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ If you were teaching a lesson, what specifically did you do, if anything, to augment the plan? ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________

4. Lesson plans were taught for the following areas: cafeteria, hallways/stairs, arrival/dismissal, gym/locker room, bathroom, classroom, auditorium, and playground. Do you feel any areas should be added or removed from the instructional event?

Yes No If so, which areas would you add? _______________________________ Which areas would you remove? _________________________________


• Discuss which team member(s) will lead and be involved in the Instructional Event Planning Workgroup and other staff that should be recruited

• Tasks for the day:– Either as whole group or in break-out groups, begin

planning:• Lesson Plans for targeted areas• Plan for copying/gathering Instructional event materials• Plan for getting input from the rest of the staff

Please return to the whole group in 45 minutes

Wrap Up

• Instructional Events should be repeated each year

• Booster sessions are often needed during other times of the school year• Ensure all students participate

– Consider how you will include students with disabilities

• Make instructional event fit with the unique needs of your school

• Opportunity to teach the subtleties of appropriate behavior

Next Steps

• This year– Continue to meet as a team and with all staff– Plan the instructional event– Coaches continue to attend technical assistance sessions– Individualized Interventions – Functional assessment and

intervention planning by CST– Consult the End of the Year Checklist to see tasks that need

to be completed by the start of the year

• Next year– Continue to meet as a team and with all staff– Data Management Training – Secondary Intervention Training– Respectful Classroom Training– Coaches continue to attend technical assistance sessions

Documents

PBSIS: Day 4 Training. Overview of Day Updates on: –Posters –Student Recognition Systems –Fundraising Planning the Instructional Event Developing your