PBIS Tiers and Training Materials

Multi-Tiered Framework

A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) is a data-driven, problem-solving framework to improve outcomes for all students. MTSS relies on a continuum of evidence-based practices matched to student needs. PBIS is an example of MTSS centered on social behavior.

 

Three Tiers of Support

MTSS emerged as a framework from the work conducted in public health emphasizing three tiers of prevention. Schools apply this model as a way to align to academic, behavioral, social, and emotional supports to improve education for all students. It is important to remember these tiers refer to levels of support students receive, not to students themselves. Students receive Tier 2 supports, they are not Tier 2 students.

 

Key Components at Every Tier

Each tier has its own set of systems and practices, but some key components appear across every level. Each of these features needs to be present in order for MTSS to be implemented with fidelity.

  •      Practices are based on evidence to be effective in a similar context with similar populations.
  •      Practices are organized along a tiered continuum beginning with strong universal supports followed by intensified interventions matched to student needs.
  •      Data are collected and used to screen, monitor, and assess student progress.
  •      Resources are allocated to ensure systems and practices are implemented with fidelity over time.

 

Tier 1

Tier 1 establishes school- and classroom-wide systems for all students, staff, and settings. These foundational behavior and academic expectations provide universal support to all students.

(Click photo to access Padlet Resources)

Tier 2

While most students will respond positively to the Tier I level of support, some students will demonstrate  behavior or academic difficulties that require more intensive supports. Tier II interventions are designed with these students in mind. Schools ready to introduce Tier II will first need to complete the TFI to assess the effectiveness of their Tier I PBIS structures.

(Click photo to access Padlet Resources) 

Tier 3

Tier III provides intensive, individualized interventions for students who exhibit persistent or severe behavioral challenges who have not responded to Tier I or Tier II. Schools ready to introduce Tier III will first need to complete the TFI to assess the effectiveness of their Tier II PBIS structures. 
(Click photo to access Padlet Resources)  

Using Data to Improve Behavior

(Click photo to access Padlet Resources)  

Asynchronous Learning Opportunities

Asynchronous Learning Opportunities are available on the SST4 PBIS 2023-24 Professional Development Brochure on pages 8-11.

Opioid Mitigation Strategies

(Click photo to access Padlet Resources)  

© 2024. All Rights Reserved.  CMS Created by eSchoolView