The PBIS Tier Two Handbook: A Practical Approach to Implementing Targeted Interventions

by Jessica Djabrayan Hannigan, John E. Hannigan

Overview

Move away from one-size-fits-all support to targeted interventions that work!

When schools take a positive approach to behavioral issues, everyone benefits. With this companion to The PBIS Tier One Handbook, you’ll develop a menu of data-driven, targeted Tier Two interventions that give students the help they need…without overtaxing school resources. This step-by-step guide features:

• A framework for developing, implementing, monitoring, and sustaining each level of the system
• Rubrics for identifying states of implementation and filling in gaps
• Interventions for use both in and out of the classroom, including social stories, contracts, friendship circles, and anger management skills

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506384528
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	02/07/2018
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Dr. Jessica Djabrayan Hannigan is an Assistant Professor in the Educational Leadership Department at California State University, Fresno. She works with schools and districts throughout the nation on designing and implementing effective behavior systems. Dr. Hannigan has a background in special education and student support services as well as experience with district level administration and higher education research. Jessica has developed inclusive research based best practices around systematic implementation of behavior initiatives. Dr. Hannigan is the co-author of multiple educational books such as The PBIS Tier One Handbook, The PBIS Tier Two Handbook, The PBIS Tier Three Handbook, Don’t Suspend Me! An Alternative Discipline Toolkit, Building Behavior, The MTSS Start-Up Guide, and Behavior Solutions. She has received multiple recognitions for her work, including being named California Outstanding School Psychologist of the Year, Administrator of the Year, Outstanding Faculty Publications and Service Award recipient. She was also recognized by the California Legislature Assembly for her work in social justice and equity. In 2017, Dr. Hannigan was awarded the inaugural Association of California School Administrators Exemplary Woman in Education Award for her persistent work around equity in schools.

Dr. John Hannigan has served in education for over 20 years as a teacher, instructional coach, principal, and county office leadership coach. John is a sought-after consultant who works with schools and districts across North America on designing and implementing systematic multi-tiered systems of support for both academics and behavior. Dr. Hannigan holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from California State University, Fresno. As principal of Reagan Elementary in California's Sanger Unified School District, John played a key role in the school earning California State Distinguished School, California Title I Academic Achievement Award, Gold Ribbon School, California Honor Roll School, Bonner Award for Character Education, and Platinum Level Model School Recognition for positive behavior interventions and supports. John has written numerous articles and co-authored nine books. He is the co-founder of Hannigan Ed-Equity Group LLC.

Connect with him on Twitter @John Hannigan75

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgements
About the Authors
Before You Begin: How to Use The PBIS Tier Two Handbook
Part I: Overview
1. The PBIS Champion Model
2. The What and Why of a PBIS Tier 2 System
Part II: The PBIS Tier Two Handbook
3. Getting Started With Category A—Tier 2 Markers
4. Getting Started With Category B—Tier 2 Characteristics
BONUS SECTION: Hands Off Academy Intervention
5. Getting Started With Category C—Tier 2 Academic and Behavior SMART Goals and the Work of the PBIS Tier 2 Sub-Team
Part III: What Next?
6. Tier 2 Lessons Learned, Case Studies, and Bringing It All Together
7. Next Steps and Tips for Success
Index

Editorial Reviews

"In The PBIS Tier 2 Handbook Jessica and John Hannigan include many documents, resources, and materials for school improvement. The markers featured help determine where improvements are needed and can be supported through the use of data gathered through the Benchmarks of Quality for a Tier 2 Team. We have made adjustments to support students in need in a prescriptive manner because of the way th e resources within this book shaped our Tier 2 Team. "

Blake Henely

This book is a useful tool for education professionals to design plans to address student needs in a comprehensive manner. It ensures that all stakeholders review and reflect and help to compose the plan so there is buy-in by all involved.

Julie Frederick