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Meadow Brook staff describe PBIS approach as focus on teaching and "catching" good behavior
Summary
Principal Dawn Heerema and counselor Kelsey Telzerow told the board that Meadow Brook Elementaryimplements PBIS, a proactive, evidence-based framework that emphasizes teaching positive behavior and "catching students doing the right thing."
Principal Dawn Heerema and counselor Kelsey Telzerow presented the Meadow Brook Elementary implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) at the March 17 meeting.
The presentation described PBIS as a "proactive, evidence-based framework" that focuses on prevention and teaching students expected behaviors rather than only responding to misbehavior. The minutes say the core of PBIS is prevention through "catching" students doing the right thing, with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement when expectations are met. Board members heard that the program has been implemented across Forest Hills schools in recent years and that Meadow Brook staff have found the framework impactful for students and staff.
The board packet indicates PBIS is intended to promote a supportive school climate and support students academically, socially and emotionally. Principal Heerema and counselor Telzerow were listed as the presenters; the minutes summarize their description of the Meadow Brook practices and outcomes.
