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Why Every District Needs a Certified PBIS Tier 1 Trainer On Staff
Why Every District Needs a Certified PBIS Tier 1 Trainer On Staff

Districts don't hesitate to certify staff on a new gradebook platform, a new reading intervention program, or a new data system — because everyone understands that certified in-house expertise beats one-time outside training. PBIS deserves the same treatment. A Certified PBIS Tier 1 Trainer isn't a line item for one workshop; it's an investment in a colleague who can train, coach, and sustain your district's behavior framework for years, with credentials — and results — you can actually measure.

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Blog, For Administrators, For Educators, PBIS, Schools, TrainingKOI EducationPBIS, Certified, trainer, PBIS Coach, evidence-based
Response to the "I Hate PBIS" Thread
Response to the "I Hate PBIS" Thread

I get it, many of my fellow teachers and educators are tired of one new initiative after another. PBIS is one of those initiative, and I’m not here to change your mind. But I will provide a counter-view for those with an open mind who are curious about what the fuss is all about.

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Blog, For Administrators, For Educators, PBIS, SchoolsKOI EducationPBIS, High School, Positive Reinforcement, Discipline, Accountability, Students, School Policy
Kick Off School with a Kick-Butt PBIS/MTSS Roll Out
Kick Off School with a Kick-Butt PBIS/MTSS Roll Out

You may be asking yourself, “Are we ready for the Roll Out”? Readiness means that all Action Plans are completed and the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) from PBISapps is up to date. Assess what is completed and ‘In Place’, then assign people and resources to the ‘Not In Place’ list to ensure that all the pieces of your puzzle are ready for your grand Roll Out!

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Blog, For Educators, Resource, SchoolsKOI EducationPBIS/MTSS, Tier 1, Roll Out, Schools, teachers, Students, professional development, Practices, staff training
Ditch the Clip for a 4-Part Reinforcement System
Ditch the Clip for a 4-Part Reinforcement System

While clip charts may offer a seemingly simple solution for behavior management, they ultimately harm relationships with students, focus excessively on negative behavior, shame students for their shortcomings, and do little to actually teach students the desired behaviors. Instead, educators should seek more positive and proactive approaches to behavior management that prioritize relationship-building, positive reinforcement, and teaching of appropriate behaviors.

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Blog, For Educators, SchoolsKOI EducationClip Chart, Reinforcement, Positive Reinforcement, classroom management, Behavior Management, Behavior Interventions, Student Behavior, PBIS/MTSS