All About Behaviour/PBS!
What is one way to reinforce positive behaviour in the classroom?
- Verbal praise
- Reward
What is a common behavioural change seen in children when they are facing mental health challenges?
- Decline in academic performance
- Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities
- Frequent Complaints of Physical Aches (e.g., stomachaches, headaches)
- Increased Clinginess or Separation Anxiety
- Engaging in Risky or Reckless Behavior
- Becoming Easily Overwhelmed or Frustrated
- Aggressive or Defiant Behavior
What is De-escalation?
A strategy that reduces the intensity or duration of disruptive behaviour without using punishment
"Well why don't you write your idea on the board?" - who could this be?
Our cucumber and celery Kueen Kathy!
OH NO! There’s a pink phone in the hallway! Whose is it?
Kathy
What is one method for collecting data on student behaviour?
- Behavior checklists
- Direct observations
- Frequency counts, duration recording, ABC collection
What is something that brings you joy every day?
Correct!
Why are student routines important?
They are predictable and structured activities that help students understand what comes next
"I need my coffee break" - who could this be?
Susana
TIKA TIKA DEEEEEE. Who am I?
It’s me, Santi
What is one common challenge in implementing PBS (Positive Behaviour Supports)?
Inconsistent application of behaviour support by staff
What is something you love about BJP1?
How can you make sure a child understands your instructions?
- Have the student repeat what you said to them
- Have them complete your sentence (e.g., "I need to ____"
(Based on true stories):
Terri accuses you of stinking up the staff bathroom, throwing half-filled coffee in the garbage, and not turning off the lights. How do you tell her it was not you?
- You say "no thank you"
- Acknowledge and redirect: "I understand why you might think that, but I wasn’t involved. Let's figure out what happened together."
You’re walking in the Div 1 hall, and you overhear “...he ate THAT!!!” – who am I?
Poor miss Heather (bless her soul)
What role do staff play in implementing PBS strategies?
Staff are responsible for modeling, teaching, and reinforcing positive behaviours
How can you show kindness in the workplace?
- Express appreciation
- Offer help
- Celebrate milestones
- Share a joke (spread positivity)
- Leave a kind note
- Check-in with each other
What is Positive phrasing?
Giving instructions by telling someone what to do rather than what not to do.
(e.g., “no yelling!” vs “quiet voice”)
Who has grandkids in our team? (but they still have their youthful glow of course...)
Susana
Leanne
Vilma
(Sorry if I missed anyone else)
You walk past the office and you smell a gut-wrenching headache-inducing, gag-worthy smell! Who is the culprit?
Any answer:
- Merken
- Santino
What are the three tiers of PBS (Positive Behaviour Supports)?
Tier 1 (Universal Supports): School-wide behaviour expectations and teaching appropriate behaviours to all students.
Tier 2 (Targeted Supports): Small group interventions, such as social skills training for students who need additional support.
Tier 3 (Intensive Supports): Individualized behaviour intervention plans for students with significant behavioural challenges that may include specialized support and ongoing monitoring.
What is a common behavioural sign that a co-worker may be experiencing high levels of stress?
- Increased irritability
- They mention difficulty sleeping
- Changes in appetite (either overeating or loss of appetite).
- Constant headaches and dizziness
- They mention tense muscles or chest pain
How do you correct a child's pencil grip?
- Model it by emphasizing a "tripod grip" (thumb, index, and middle finger)
- Shorter writing tools, like half-length crayons or pencils
- Associate the hold with a word like “snip snap”, “pinch”, “claw”
What time does Leanne take her morning break? (If she is in your team - she cannot help you)
I can't remember so ask her
Name 2 things that these people like (e.g., activities, objects, etc.):
- Abby
- Santino
- Aroob
Abby
- Reading books
- Dancing
- Colouring
Santino
- Paw patrol
- Swings
- His space
Aroob
- Cats
- Art and crafts
- Books
- Nature
- Hugs
- Fashion
- Anything sweet!
Please verify with the audience for correct answers…