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PBIS Meaning Explained: What Does PBIS Stand For in Schools?
If you’ve spent any time in education, you’ve probably heard the acronym PBIS in staff meetings, professional development sessions, or district plans. But for many educators, the term still feels a little abstract. So, what exactly does PBIS mean? And why has it become such a cornerstone of effective behavior management in schools across the country? Let’s break down the PBIS meaning , explore how it works, and understand why this proactive framework is transforming school c

INcompassing Education
Feb 254 min read


Supporting the Whole Child: Connecting Social-Emotional Learning, MTSS, and Classroom Management
Student success isn’t just about test scores — it’s about developing the whole child. That means addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a coordinated way. Across the country, schools are finding that Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and classroom management are three essential pillars that, when integrated, create thriving learning environments. When teachers and leaders align these elements, students not o

INcompassing Education
Feb 43 min read


The Power of Early Learning: Why Pre-K Success Requires SEL, Literacy, and Family Support
Early learning lays the foundation for everything that follows. Children who develop strong literacy, math, and social-emotional skills in Pre-K are far more likely to succeed in school and beyond. To maximize Pre-K success, schools must provide teachers with professional development (PD) that integrates literacy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and family engagement. When these three elements work together, young learners thrive both academically and socially.

INcompassing Education
Jan 143 min read


Tier 2 Social Emotional Behavioral Support: Strategies for Running Small Groups
Running small groups can be an effective way to provide guidance and support to students.
Tiffany Creager
Mar 8, 20244 min read


8 Ways Schools Can Support Students With Depression
Schools play a pivotal role in shaping young minds, making them an ideal setting for addressing and supporting depression.
Tiffany Creager
Feb 2, 20246 min read


Social Emotional Intelligence: A Key to Success in Modern Education
Social emotional intelligence is a crucial aspect of modern education that has gained increasing attention in recent years. Social emotional intelligence (SEI) refers to the ability to identify, understand, and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It involves developing empathy, building meaningful relationships, and effectively communicating with others.
Dianne McKinley
Sep 17, 20235 min read


Student Social Emotional Check-In Ideas
Daily or weekly social emotional check-ins with students provide a quick way to include student voice, encourage self-awareness, and teach social awareness. Social emotional check-ins are an important part of the classroom environment, as they provide students with a safe and secure space to express their feelings and emotions while also helping teachers understand their students on a deeper level, allowing them to better meet their needs. Additionally, social emotional check
Dianne McKinley
Sep 17, 20235 min read


What Is Growth Mindset in Education?
With a growth mindset, students are encouraged to take on challenges and persist in the face of difficult tasks. It fosters a positive learning environment that supports risk-taking and self-improvement. By embracing a growth mindset, students can become more resilient, develop self-confidence, and learn to value effort over results. Research has also shown that students with a growth mindset are more likely to succeed academically and professionally.
Dianne McKinley
Mar 28, 20235 min read


Teaching Organizational Skills
As the world around us gets busier and busier, there is an increased need for understanding how to manage our time and tasks. Below we will discuss why it is important, give some quick tips, learn how to prepare the mind and environment, and discuss how to make the lessons stick!
Tiffany Creager
Dec 9, 20227 min read


Supporting Educators’ Mental Health
In this post, we will walk through how education has changed, why support is needed, and how both administrators and educators can help.
Dianne McKinley
Aug 8, 20198 min read


What is PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports)?
Many schools across the US are finding it hard to deal with student misbehavior. And usually, students are punished for not knowing how to behave rather than being taught appropriate behavior. The objective of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is teaching positive behavior. You may be asking, “What is PBIS?” This article will answer that question.
Dianne McKinley
Nov 5, 20184 min read


The Role of Parents in Education
Although most structured learning takes place in the confines of the school, that doesn’t mean that parents cannot have an active role in their children’s education. On the contrary, parents can encourage, motivate, and even influence their kids to do well in school. This article will discuss the roles that parents play in the education of their children.
Dianne McKinley
Aug 3, 20173 min read
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