CIS
Continuous Improvement of Schools
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS): An Administrator’s Overview Description: Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a research validated approach to discipline which emphasizes the creation of proactive systems of support for students and staff. Schools using the PBIS framework for school-wide discipline develop a comprehensive system for defining, teaching, and supporting appropriate student behaviors that results in measurable increases in indicators of positive school climate and decreases in student office referrals. This overview workshop will inform school level administrators about the critical elements of the PBIS framework, the research supporting PBIS, and what would be involved in applying the PBIS framework to your school. You will also hear about a training program that guides school-based teams through the development and implementation of the PBIS framework. Date: July 20, 2015 Time: 10 am registration and coffee, 10:30 am-12 pm program Audience: Administrators Location: SWBOCES, 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd Floor, Harrison, NY 10528 Fee: Free Presenter: Robert March, Ph.D. Contact: Dina Roselli 914-345-8500 ext. 3130 droselli@swboces.org New Dignity Act Coordinator Training Description: New York State’s Dignity for All Students Act (the Dignity Act) took effect on July 1, 2012 and was amended effective July 1, 2013. This two-day training is designed for school staff NEW to the role of Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) as well as NEW building administrators who are interested in learning more about the Dignity Act. During the two days, participants will be provided with information, sample tools and strategies to enable them to work toward the goal of keeping schools free from harassment, discrimination and bullying. As a result of attending this training participants will: • Review the requirements of the Dignity Act, including new updates effective July 1, 2013 • Discuss student safety plans, school climate ideas, intervention and prevention • Develop investigation and interview techniques • Practice with case studies and participate in collegial dialogue • Share record-keeping strategies Dates: Choose one cycle: August 10 and August 11, 2015 or Oct.1 and Oct. 2, 2015 Time: 8 am registration and coffee, 8:30am-3 pm program, lunch on your own Audience: NEW Dignity Act Coordinators Location: SWBOCES, 450 Mamaroneck Avenue, 3rd Floor, Harrison, NY 10528 Fee: FREE for participant for CoSer 555D members $368 per participant for CoSer 555 members $440 per participant for CoSer 555 non-members Presenters: Suzanne Doherty and Bill Evans Contact: Dina Roselli 914-345-8500 ext. 3130 droselli@swboces.org
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