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schools/in other words september1 2016 Schools Update: Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports By Aaron Miller Positive Behavioral Interven- tions and Supports (PBIS) is a behavior program that is individualized for each school. The overall concept of PBIS is to provide clear, consistent rules and expectations for student behavior; teach those rules and expectations; provide positive rewards when expected behav- ior is demonstrated; and re-teach those expectations when negative behaviors occur. Vernonia Elementary and Mist Grade Schools have been PBIS schools for many years, while Vernonia Middle and High Schools have used parts of PBIS in the past. This year PBIS will be a District-wide focus as all schools will be involved in further developing and implementing this program. Our school wide expectations are to “Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Respectful, and Be Responsible.” Too often behavior management programs only focus on the negative be- haviors that children exhibit, and don’t acknowledge the majority of students who are already doing what is expected of them. PBIS addresses both sides of the coin. It works to acknowledge and reward students’ positive choices, yet also deal effectively with negative be- haviors by providing opportunities for re-teaching and learning the expected way to behave. PBIS works to help teach behavior expectations that have not yet been learned or demonstrated. We pro- vide this re-teaching model in learning academic subjects, and behaviorally through this program. Our staff will be busy teach- ing expectations for all aspects of our school including the playground, caf- eteria, hallways, bathrooms, assemblies and other common areas. When students are “caught being good” they can be rec- ognized, acknowledged and rewarded with “Reward Tickets.” Reward tickets acknowledge the positive behavior dem- onstrated by a student, can be saved to turn in for a reward, or can be turned in for school drawings for a chance at a dif- ferent reward. 11 As we continue this program, rewards can be a popular topic among students and staff. While they do play a role in this program, the main focus of PBIS is to teach expected behaviors, and increase individual responsibility for each student’s own actions. You can access more informa- tion regarding PBIS at www.PBIS.org. If you have any specific questions about PBIS in Vernonia, or anything else at school, please feel free to call or set up an appointment to visit. Thank you for your support as we work to continue providing your stu- dents with a positive learning environ- ment. Your Horoscope for September 2016 This will not be a month for major decision making. At least not until Mercury (thought process) goes direct on the 22nd. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) There is a need for cooperation in relationships. The eclipse on the 16th promises unexpected events. You assert yourself easily, you stand out and you shine. Your career demands it undergo careful re-evaluation. You need calm and patience because some things don’t work out on the first try. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) On September 9, good luck will strive from now until October 2017 and improve your life in all regards, including that of relationships. You have the courage to initiate projects that in the past seemed too bold. You feel the need to do something special. The eclipse on September 16 foretells a surprise or a professional change. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) The stars are not too generous. Under this influence secret or forbidden love can flourish. The eclipse on the 16th can trigger an unexpected, strange, possibly unpleasant event. Things change visibly for the better after September 23. You have to analyze the larger picture, draw conclusions and take action! Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) An old situation or a project that you interrupted or abandoned may come back into play. You enjoy popularity, you easily find supporters or protectors when in need. You’re OK financially, but you shouldn’t rush or risk things. You prove to have a lot of will and perseverance, but it wouldn’t hurt you to be more flexible. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) To keep your relationship safe from harm, it is very important to try to make things as clear as possible, to be as lucid and realistic as possible. Clear up your accounting, pay your debts and get what you’re due. Try to lead as organized a life as you can, without excesses and eccentricities. It’s a good time to read! passionate time, but tense. Love could mean taking some chances. Financially, during September, you might experience some setbacks. 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