PBIS Behavior Management

Wilkesboro Elementary uses the Positive Behavior Intervention Strategy (PBIS), which is a state-wide initiative. The program is highlighted below.

What is PBIS?

Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports. PBIS is a system that helps our students achieve academic and social goals. PBIS defines the rules and behaviors we expect across the school. This system helps prevent problem behaviors and reward desired behaviors.

Our Expectations

S - Stay Safe

O - Outstanding Attitude

A - Always Respectful

R - Responsible

We teach these expectations to all students across all settings. Our matrix shows what is expected. We practice expected behaviors with students and help them learn social skills.

How does it work?

Teach expected behaviors. We teach kids how to behave. We practice scenarios and model problem-solving strategies.
Reinforce and reward behaviors. We notice and reward appropriate behavior with praise, points, and tickets. Students use points to earn weekly classroom rewards, monthly school store points, and quarterly rewards.
Respond to problem behaviors. We use the same system to deal with problem behaviors. Techniques include prompting, redirecting, reteaching, and conferencing. We assign minor points for ongoing problem behaviors and notify parents. Minor behaviors are managed by teachers, and major behaviors are managed by administrators in the office.
Provide more support when needed. We closely monitor data on behaviors. When kids need more support our PBIS team works with families and students to figure out what will help.

How can families help with PBIS?

Partner with your child's teacher
Notice and praise your child's good behaviors
Stay in touch by phone or email
Get connected with Remind

Examples of Minors by Teachers

Examples of minors by teachers are; disrespect, inappropriate language, minor disruption, property misuse, horseplay, arguing, dishonesty, and other behaviors may be included.

Examples of Majors by Administrators

Examples of majors by administrators are; chronic minors, profanity, truancy, bullying, harassment, threats, aggressive behavior, theft, vandalism, and insubordination.

We will work together to help ALL children succeed. For more information about PBIS, please call the school at 336-838-4261.

PBIS Matrix

Today and every day WE will...

Focus	Classroom	Hallways	Cafeteria	Recess	Restroom	Dismissal
S Stay Safe	Keep hands and feet to yourself. Stay in your personal space.	Walk on the right side. Pay attention.	Stay in your seat. Watch where you are going.	Use equipment the right way. Stay in your area.	Wash your hands. Keep water in the sink.	Stay in your seat. Sit with bottom to bottom, back to back, and feet on the floor.
O Outstanding Attitude	Try your best. Participate in class.	Be aware others are working. Stay in your place in line.	Help other students. Use good manners.	Be a good sport. Include everyone.	Wait for your turn. Talk quietly.	Help other people. Be patient.
A Always Respectful	Use kind words. Wait your turn. Listen actively.	Keep hands and feet to yourself. Walk quietly.	Listen to adults and do what they ask. Talk quietly.	Take turns. Line up when your teacher calls.	Give other kids their space. Always flush.	Listen to all adults and radios. Talk quietly.
R Responsible	Take care of yourself. Follow directions.	Walk without running. Follow directions.	Clean up after yourself. Be ready for your turn in line.	Tell an adult when help is needed. Listen for directions.	Get the job done quickly. Clean up after yourself.	Keep hands and feet to yourself. Keep bookbags zipped up.