Past Events

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process for identifying the events that reliably predict and maintain problem behavior. A Behavior Support Plan (BSP) then takes the observations made in an FBA and turns them into a concrete plan of action for managing a student's behavior. This two-day training will focus on practical approaches to developing effective FBAs and BSPs. Day One will focus on developing both the systems capacity for developing FBA/BSPs. It will also provide attendees an opportunity to…

This training will provide an overview of the impact developmental trauma has on childhood development across multiple domains including learning and cognition. Strategies for identifying and supporting children who have experienced developmental trauma at all three tiers of support will be presented. Participants will improve their understanding of how to create a learning environment that is trauma informed and how to align these efforts within a multi-tiered framework. Who should attend? School personnel including, teachers, Para educators, administrators, specialists, behavior…

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process for identifying the events that reliably predict and maintain problem behavior. A Behavior Support Plan (BSP) then takes the observations made in an FBA and turns them into a concrete plan of action for managing a student's behavior.  This two-day training will focus on practical approaches to developing effective FBAs and BSPs. Day One will focus on developing both the systems capacity for developing FBA/BSPs.  It will also provide attendees an opportunity to…

School administrative assistants are likely the first person that students, staff, families and other community members see when they enter the building.  On top of all the responsibilities with phones, computers, and organizational matters, school administrative assistants must effectively communicate with anyone at their window.  This workshop will provide an opportunity to enhance communication skills with the people they connect with all day, every day.   Relationship building, de-escalation and conflict resolution strategies will be explored and practiced. Register for the Training

Location: Killington Grand Resort, Killington, VT Details & Registration Here

This full-day workshop or half-day refresher provides training in a safe, non-harmful behavior management system designed to help human service workers provide for the best possible care, welfare and safety of children who become out-of-control or physically aggressive. Who should attend? Anyone is welcome. It is recommended that participants attend in teams. Completion of the 8-hour training leads to CPI certification. If you have already completed CPI training within the last 12 months, there is a 3 hour CPI refresher…

For over a decade, Vermont schools have been building a multi-tiered system of supports framework for social and academic achievement. Recently, there has been a surge of interest around the use of restorative approaches nationally and in Vermont schools. A restorative approach involves principle-based processes and practices that can be applied to help things go right as well as respond when things go wrong. This whole-school approach links well within the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework. This workshop will…

THIS IS A TWO-DAY EVENT, NOVEMBER 5 & 19, 2019 Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process for identifying the events that reliably predict and maintain problem behavior. A Behavior Support Plan (BSP) then takes the observations made in an FBA and turns them into a concrete plan of action for managing a student's behavior. This two-day training will focus on practical approaches to developing effective FBAs and BSPs. Day One will focus on developing both the systems capacity for…

This one-day workshop focuses on relationship building, de-escalation and conflict resolution skills needed by staff working with students who need targeted and intensive level supports. Participants will learn how to support students with self-defeating behaviors using applied behavior management skills and building positive restorative relationships. Who should attend?  Individuals working with students who need targeted/intensive supports. Location: Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee 8:30 – 3:30 (8:30 – 9:00 registration) Fee: $165 per person (includes morning refreshments and lunch). Register for this Training

This training will provide school leadership teams the opportunity to review the status of their school’s PBIS implementation and student behavior data so they can identify action steps for change. Teams will learn about and engage in Team-Initiated Problem Solving (TIPS), a team process for using data to make decisions. We will also discuss how to utilize this process for academic data. It is anticipated that teams will be able to use the results of their time together to both initiate…