Tier 1 UniversalStart here
Classroom strategies for every student. Start here.
Teach and post clear expectations
Define 3–5 positive expectations, teach them like academic content, and refer to them all day.
2×10 relationship building
Spend two minutes a day for ten days in a row talking with the student about anything except school.
Greet students at the door
Welcome each student by name as they enter and give a quick direction for the first task.
Positive home contact
Reach out to families with good news before (and alongside) any concerns.
Tier 2 Targeted
Extra structure for students who need more.
Tier 3 Intensive
Individualized, team-based support.
Functional behavior assessment (FBA)
A team process to figure out why a behavior happens by gathering interviews, observations, and data.
Behavior intervention plan (BIP)
An individualized plan based on the FBA that prevents triggers, teaches replacement behaviors, and changes how adults respond.
Counseling and mental-health referral
Connect the student with the school counselor, psychologist, or community mental-health services.
Family team meeting
A structured meeting where family and school plan together around the student’s strengths and needs.