Matt Esterby Dean of Students/PBIS coordinator
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What is PBIS?

PBIS = Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports & Bully Prevention

Program Overview

PBIS and Bully Prevention is guided by the sustained use of scientifically based behavior and academic interventions and supports:

    -Using data to drive decisions and solving of problems.

    -Arranging the environment to prevent the development and occurrence of

      problem behavior.

    -Teaching and encouraging prosocial skills and behaviors.

    -Implementing evidence-based behavior practices with fidelity and

      accountability.

    -Monitoring student performance and progress.

We expect PBIS & Bully Prevention to not only maximize student engagement but also increase student achievement for all students.

Character Catchers Parents:  Catch your child showing great character at home.  Fill out a character catcher and return to school.	What does Bear PRIDE look like at Washburn?
Polite January Character Catcher	-In the classrooms -On the playground
Responsible February Character Catcher	-On the bus -In the bus line
Independent March Character Catcher	-In Kids' Safari -In the hallways
Determined April Character Catcher	-In the media center -In the computer lab
Ethical May Character Catcher	-In the cafeteria -In the bathrooms -In assemblies

Here are the words to the NEW Washburn PRIDE chant

Chant pdf