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PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports)

A tiered US framework for teaching and reinforcing positive behaviour school-wide.

Stands for
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
Used in
United States
Topic
Behaviour

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MTSS (Multi-tiered system of supports) United States
A school-wide framework that combines academic (RTI) and behavioural (PBIS) tiered support for all students.
Positive behaviour support (PBS) All four UK nations (details may differ)
A person-centred approach to supporting people whose behaviour challenges, by understanding and meeting their needs.

More terms: Behaviour

Expulsion · In-school suspension · Out-of-school suspension · Restorative practice · Routines · Suspension

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