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…

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

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 webinar will provide an overview of Universal Screening for social, emotional, behavioral risks and strengths. We will discuss the purpose of screening, characteristics of effective screeners, and the systems structures and procedures needed in order to initiate the use of formal screeners in a school. Given the different stressors to safety and well-being that students may be experiencing due to COVID-19, this session will also discuss the need to collect other relevant data to help connect students with the…

As we plan to return to school in whatever form that may take, supporting our most vulnerable students who have impulse control issues and social, emotional, and behavioral concerns will present educators with a variety of new challenges. How do we prepare to support these students and plan for and respond to those challenges in creative ways? How do we maintain a safe environment for staff and students? How do we meet the requirements of Rule 4500 when working with…

As schools are preparing for whatever the fall may bring, it will be important to keep social emotional learning (SEL) and wellness at the forefront of plans. This webinar will explore how to keep the focus on relationship building, key SEL skills for adults and youth, how to integrate SEL teaching into academic content, and how to build a culture of wellness. There will be an opportunity for participants to share how they are keeping the focus on SEL and…

PBIS schools implementing the Check-in/Check-out (CICO) intervention know that it can be quite successful in meeting the needs of students who demonstrate problem behavior related to adult or peer attention. CICO works because it adds to following elements to the student’s day: Increased positive interactions with adults throughout the day; Additional structure to the school day; and Instruction and practice in self-monitoring of behavior. How can we extend CICO support to a remote or hybrid learning environment or during non-instructional…

For over a decade, Vermont schools have been building a multi-tiered system of supports framework for social and academic achievement. The interest around the use of restorative approaches nationally and in Vermont schools continues to grow. 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 serve as an…

Functional Behavioral Assessment & Behavior Support Planning (FBA/BSP) (Virtual) 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 three-part training will focus on practical approaches to developing effective FBAs and BSPs. First will be a focus on developing the systems capacity for developing…

This two-hour virtual training will provide the foundational de-escalation skills for providing care, welfare, safety, and security of everyone involved in a crisis. Participants will learn the skills to safely respond to various levels of risk behavior while balancing responsibilities of care. For those individuals seeking CPI certification or re-certification, this session will provide the foundational training hours that will be followed up with site-based physical safety and holding support skills. Register Here

2021 BEST/VTmtss Virtual Summer Institute  Here Comes the Sun: Celebrating and Strengthening Resilience for All June 21 - 24, 2021 The BEST/VTmtss Summer Institute provides opportunities for school teams of educators, family members, and community stakeholders to share and learn strategies for improving and strengthening the systems, data, and practices within Vermont’s expanded framework for enacting a multi-tiered system of supports (VTmtss). Learn about new programs, curricula, practices, and activities that emphasize positive, research-based strategies to support all students. Individual…

Description: This webinar will provide an overview of the benefits of Universal Screening to identify social, emotional, behavioral risks and strengths. We will explore how screening promotes early identification of children at risk, the systems needed to implement Universal Screening, and the process of matching results with proactive and preventative practices. We will explore a types of systematic screening tools and resources and informal screenings and surveys that help to identify student needs around their well-being as well as seek…

Description: As schools are preparing for the fall, it will be important to keep social emotional learning (SEL) and wellness at the forefront of plans. This webinar will explore how to keep the focus on relationship building, key SEL skills for adults and youth, how to integrate SEL teaching into academic content, and how to build a culture of wellness. There will be an opportunity for participants to share how they are keeping the focus on SEL and wellness at…

This interactive webinar will provide School and SU/SD Coordinators helpful tools and strategies to launch a successful PBIS school year! There will be a specific focus on intentionally building equity into all we do with PBIS. Questions and comments of all kinds will be addressed. Who should attend? While all coordinators are welcome, this webinar is especially useful for new VTPBIS SU/SD and School Coordinators.  Register Here

This one-hour webinar is for schools that choose SWIS as their data-based information system. School Leadership Teams will identify a few individuals to participate in this training. This webinar can also be a “refresher” for schools already using SWIS. Register Here

Are you interested in learning about PBIS? Are you a new staff member working in a school implementing PBIS? Looking for a quick booster in PBIS features? If so, this is the webinar for you! This webinar will provide a quick and comprehensive overview of the systems, data and practices within a PBIS framework. Participants will learn about the essential features of PBIS including, behavioral expectations, lesson plans, acknowledging positive behavior, procedures for discouraging problem behavior and using data for…