Behavior
Helping educators improve their behavior management knowledge, skills, and practices.

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Cooperatives
Behavior Specialist Collective
Behavior specialists are crucial members of your district and campus' teams who help coordinate your behavior management systems. Our Behavior Specialist Cooperative gives districts and campuses who can't afford a full time behavior specialist access to specialist care at a reduced cost.
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Professional Development
Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) Training
Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based practice for putting systems in place to provide positive academic and behavioral outcomes in your district or campus. The framework guides district or campus teams in developing specific school-wide behavior and discipline management infrastructure that supports your school and improves behavior outcomes.
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Structured Learning Environment (SLE)
The Structured Learning Environment (SLE) program is part of a multi-tiered, systematic process of support and interventions to meet the needs of all students so they can reach their full potential.
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Restorative Practices
Restorative Practices flip the script on traditional behavior management by focusing on community building and the development of strong and powerful relationships, not just punishment. With Restorative Practices, you challenge your students to understand how their actions affected others and why they might have taken those actions
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Coaching Classroom Management
A classroom management system is crucial to supporting the academic achievement of our students. We know that teachers who spend less time dealing with disruptions are able to spend more time engaged in the business of teaching. With our coaching classroom management service, we will provide direct support to teachers in improving their classroom management system and techniques.
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Trauma Informed Care
Trauma informed care is a process that involves everyone in your school including administration, teachers, staff, students, and families.
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Cooperatives
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Network
Our SEL Network provides evidence-based workshops aligned to CASEL standards. Your district and campus level teams will have the opportunity to learn how to infuse the five core CASEL SEL competencies across the curriculum.
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Professional Development
PAX Good Behavior Game
Free training and materials designed to equip educators with evidence-based strategies to reduce disruptive behavior, boost academic performance, and enhance student engagement.
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Printable
Behavior Check-In Activity
This quick check-in activity is designed to be used at the beginning of your class to check in on your students social and emotional health.
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Conference
RISE Conference
The RISE Conference is designed for professionals working with at-risk or struggling youth, exploring the theme of resilience based on compassion for ourselves and others, with a focus on integrity, strength, and empowerment.
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Conference
Building Better Behavior Conference
Empowering educators and administrators from Pre-K through 12th grade, the Building Better Behavior Conference is your gateway to fostering positive behaviors and creating supportive learning environments. This professional development experience is designed
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Workshop
Behavior and Autism Summer Camp - Austin
Hands-on summer workshop for educators providing practical strategies to support students with behavioral challenges or autism.
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Workshop
Behavior and Autism Summer Camp - San Marcos
Hands-on summer workshop for educators providing practical strategies to support students with behavioral challenges or autism.
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Article
Knoster’s Model for Managing Complex Change: An Introduction
If you’re a leader in education, you know that the one constant is change. Knoster’s Model for Managing Complex Change provides a framework for understanding why change efforts sometimes fail and how to set them up for success. We’re bombarded with new initiatives, materials, and strategies, and this often occurs with little or no support […]
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Series
Behavior Learning Community Webcast Series
Join our Behavior Learning Community's Seven-Session Webcast Series Bundle, where educators collaborate to revolutionize classroom behavior management through practical strategies, engaging discussions, and flexible scheduling options.
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Article
Reinventing Classroom Culture Routines Mid-Year
Start the semester off on the right track! Here are two steps to help reinvent classroom culture routines mid-year. Technique One: Create a Vision Start by writing down all the classroom routines you can think of. Put a star next to the top 2-3 that have been the most challenging or are most crucial for […]
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Strategies for an Effective Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting
Preparation is the foundation of an effective Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. The special education process consists of three main players: parents, school agents, and students. Oftentimes, all the players show up having different approaches and perspectives on how to achieve student success. These differences can give rise to mistrust, miscommunication, and/or power dynamics among
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How to Support Students with Self-Regulation
Self-regulation is a person’s ability to attain, sustain, and change alertness that is appropriate to the situation. In other words, self-regulation can prevent inappropriate behaviors. Dysregulation occurs when a person’s surroundings do not match the messages sent by the brain. When a student is dysregulated, they are unable to focus on learning. As educators, we […]
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Introducing “On the Plus Side” Podcast: Episode 1
Hello, I am Paula Freeman with ESC Region 13 and this is On the Plus Side, a podcast dedicated to educators who are authentically finding wisdom, purpose, and happiness every day in their school communities. We intend to celebrate successes large and small by reconnecting every listener with hopeful practices and resources to make these […]
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Navigating Education as a New Teacher
Being a new teacher has its own challenges in the classroom. Add coaching responsibilities to the plate, and you have a recipe for exhaustion. Brittany Harley shares her experiences as a new teacher and coach at Taylor High School in Taylor ISD. She is also obtaining her certification through the Region 13 Educator Certification Program. […]
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8 Ways to Help Students Deal with Bullying
While every issue a student might describe as “bullying” does not equate to the standard definition, all reports should be taken seriously, and appropriate support should be provided to the student. Adults can show care, listen with empathy, and make sure the student is forming the skills needed to build positive relationships and feel safe […]
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Podcast
On the Plus Side
On the Plus Side is a podcast dedicated to educators who are authentically finding wisdom, purpose, and happiness every day in their school communities. We intend to celebrate successes large and small by reconnecting every listener with hopeful practices and resources to make these strategies come to life in their school settings.
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Program Support
Restorative Peer Mediator Program
Restorative Practices focus on repairing harm, encouraging students to take responsibility for their actions and avoid such behavior. Peer Mediation is the process where students voluntarily facilitate these discussions and explore how best to take matters forward peacefully.
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Conference
BEHAVE! 2023 On-Demand
Behave! 23 was a rousing success this year and we want to give folks who missed it an opportunity to check out some conference highlights! Join us for 4 recorded sessions packed with information about improving student outcomes.
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Article
How to Teach Social Skills Through Role-Playing
According to an Education Advisory Board (EAB) survey, since 2018, educators have reported a significant jump in opposition and emotional disconnection among students. Those findings align with a May 2022 National Center for Education Statistics survey that found more than 80% of public schools had noticed slower behavioral and socio-emotional development in students amid the pandemic. The Need for Social […]
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Leadership and Character Development: Schools of Thought
Transitioning from a focus on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) to Leadership and Character Development (LCD) entails a broader perspective, including reviewing alternative paths to schoolwide behavior management. ESC Region 13 professionals Paula Freeman, Ph. D., and Monica Kurtz, M. Ed. discussed how school leaders can support schoolwide academic advancement, intrapersonal skill building, and social […]
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What Does a School Behavior Coach Do?
Behavior coaches are educational professionals who work with students, teachers, and administrators to help improve school climate and reduce problem behaviors. They provide individualized student support, train teachers on effective behavior management strategies, and work with administrators to develop school-wide behavior plans. Let’s take a closer look at the responsibilities of a behavior coach, the […]
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Build a Classroom Management System Using STOIC
No matter which classroom management system you choose to implement in your classroom, they all include these five key variables: Structure and Organization Teach Expectations Observe Student Behavior Interact Positively Correction When behaviors occur in your classroom, you can return to those key variables to determine which area needs to be addressed. Structure and Organization […]
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Dr. Stuart Ablon On Rethinking Our Approach to Youth Mental Health Care
KEY POINTS As the new year begins, we find ourselves in the midst of a youth mental health crisis, the likes of which we have not seen in the last half-century or more. I am afraid the ripple effects will be felt for generations. The lasting impact of the chronic stress and trauma of the pandemic has exacerbated what […]
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A Lesson On School Discipline, By Dr. Stuart Ablon
Traditional school disciplinary strategies are guilty – guilty of being woefully ineffective and failing kids and educators alike. They aren’t needed for most of the students in our schools, and in a sad irony, they don’t work for the students to whom they are most applied! Research has clearly shown that disciplinary actions actually increase […]
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How to Build a Positive School Culture with Active Listening
Think about how much information you get every day from listening. Your boss, your colleagues, and your students communicate with you often. How much of what all these people say do you pay attention to? How much are you actually remembering from these conversations? Chances are, it’s a lot less than you think! As educators, we […]
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How to Integrate Restorative Practices and MTSS
Restorative practices (RP) is a framework that is grounded in the values of showing respect, taking responsibility, and strengthening relationships. Ted Wachtel, the founder of the International Institute for Restorative Practices, says that human beings are happier, more productive, and more likely to make positive changes in their behavior when those in positions of authority do […]
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Affective Statements in Restorative Classrooms
Restorative practices is an alternative discipline method that focuses on building healthy relationships between students and adults in educational settings to decrease recidivism and change harmful behavior. It is the vehicle that allows students and individuals to learn from their mistakes and make amends for wrongdoing. Additionally, restorative practices have specific tools to address conflict, […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, Season 2: New Behavioral Challenges
One of the biggest challenges that teachers and administrators face is classroom behavior. And things have definitely not gotten easier since COVID irreparably changed the educational landscape. That’s why we created season 2 of I’ve Tried Everything, our podcast that provides research and support for your biggest behavior concerns in schools. This season, we’re digging […]
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Active Listening in Peer Mediation
The role of the mediator is to help others resolve their problems in a mutually agreeable way without getting bogged down in the problem themselves. Peer mediation adds value, directly impacts the campus in the hallways and lunchrooms, restores friendships, and equips young people with skills they can use with their families and friends. As […]
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Resource
Assignment Access Sheet
Use an assignment access document that details all the different locations (per class) in which assignments and materials are accessed or submitted. The document also includes contact information, as well as login credentials for the various technologies used
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Service
Behavior Specialist Training Continuum
The Behavior Specialist Training Continuum offers training and resources to Behavior Support Specialists of all experience levels.
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Podcast
I've Tried Everything
Managing classroom behavior is a challenging job. Somedays your students are perfect and other days, well…let’s just say it’s a struggle not to scream. I’ve Tried Everything is a podcast dedicated to helping you navigate those tricky areas of managing classroom behavior.
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Service
The Prepare Program for Behavior Intervention
Our Prepare curriculum is a versatile program that can be used to support students in Structured Learning Environments, or students participating in an inclusion program.
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Professional Development
Restorative Practices: Team Training
Our restorative practices training is a practical approach for educators interested in implementing a behavioral process that proactively builds positive school communities while dramatically reducing discipline referrals, suspensions, and expulsions.
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Professional Development
Restorative Practices: Custom PD
Restorative Practices flip the script on traditional behavior management by focusing on community building and the development of strong and powerful relationships, not just punishment.
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Professional Development
Behavior Coach Endorsement Program
Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support students with challenging behaviors.
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Video
Social Emotional Learning for Young Students
Dan St. Romain explains the core functions of Social Emotional Learning in your young students and how to increase their SEL knowledge.
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Article
5 Calming, Relaxing, and Mindfulness Apps for Kids and Students
Technology is one of the many languages today’s kids and adolescents are fluent in! However, while our students are fluent in technology, they might not be as fluent in creating calmer responses, lowering their anxieties, and promoting their overall wellbeing. We’ve gathered up a collection of apps that focus on teaching your students how to […]
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Product
Behave Camo T-Shirt (Unisex) Black
Whether it's collecting data, explaining classroom rules, dealing with difficult students, restoring relationships or just setting appropriate expectations, you live and breathe behavior. You can rock this tee during your Restorative Discipline conferences, meeting with your PBIS teams, or on one of those hectic Fridays where you just want to scream "Behave!" This tee is soft, lightweight and with just the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. Size guide S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL Length (inches) 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Shipping Policy3-5 business days. Your order will be sent out on average within 3 days of ordering. We recommend ordering one size up. Call for more details or click on the link below for a size chart. Return PolicyThese shirts are custom-made, therefore, we do not accept returns for size exchanges or buyers remorse. Please contact us with any questions! 512.919.5247productstore@esc13.txed.netOrder Never ArrivedIf your order didn't end up arriving, be sure to let us know!First, check your shipping confirmation and check that you had entered the correct address. If the address was incorrect, we'd be happy to send you another order to the correct address, but it will have to be at your cost.If the shipping address was correct, get in touch with us at productstore@esc13.txed.net noting your order number. You can also give us a call at 512.919.5247 and we'll see what can be done.Damaged ItemsThe last thing we want is for you to be stuck with a damaged item. If it arrives damaged, then please get in touch with us within a week's time!Care Instruction Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach, only when necessary. No fabric softeners. Tumble dry low or hang-dry for longest life. Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.
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Behave T-Shirt (Unisex) Black
Whether it's collecting data, explaining classroom rules, dealing with difficult students, restoring relationships or just setting appropriate expectations, you live and breathe behavior. You can rock this tee during your Restorative Discipline conferences, meeting with your PBIS teams, or on one of those hectic Fridays where you just want to scream "Behave!" This tee is soft, lightweight and with just the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. Size guide S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL Length (inches) 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Shipping Policy3-5 business days. Your order will be sent out on average within 3 days of ordering. We recommend ordering one size up. Call for more details or click on the link below for a size chart. Return PolicyThese shirts are custom-made, therefore, we do not accept returns for size exchanges or buyers remorse. Please contact us with any questions! 512.919.5247productstore@esc13.txed.netOrder Never ArrivedIf your order didn't end up arriving, be sure to let us know!First, check your shipping confirmation and check that you had entered the correct address. If the address was incorrect, we'd be happy to send you another order to the correct address, but it will have to be at your cost.If the shipping address was correct, get in touch with us at productstore@esc13.txed.net noting your order number. You can also give us a call at 512.919.5247 and we'll see what can be done.Damaged ItemsThe last thing we want is for you to be stuck with a damaged item. If it arrives damaged, then please get in touch with us within a week's time!Care Instruction Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach, only when necessary. No fabric softeners. Tumble dry low or hang-dry for longest life. Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.
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Behave Paisley T-Shirt (Unisex) Athletic Heather Light Gray
Whether it's collecting data, explaining classroom rules, dealing with difficult students, restoring relationships or just setting appropriate expectations, you live and breathe behavior. You can rock this tee during your Restorative Discipline conferences, meeting with your PBIS teams, or on one of those hectic Fridays where you just want to scream "Behave!" This tee is soft, lightweight and with just the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. Size guide S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL Length (inches) 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Shipping Policy3-5 business days. Your order will be sent out on average within 3 days of ordering. We recommend ordering one size up. Call for more details or click on the link below for a size chart. Return PolicyThese shirts are custom-made, therefore, we do not accept returns for size exchanges or buyers remorse. Please contact us with any questions! 512.919.5247productstore@esc13.txed.netOrder Never ArrivedIf your order didn't end up arriving, be sure to let us know!First, check your shipping confirmation and check that you had entered the correct address. If the address was incorrect, we'd be happy to send you another order to the correct address, but it will have to be at your cost.If the shipping address was correct, get in touch with us at productstore@esc13.txed.net noting your order number. You can also give us a call at 512.919.5247 and we'll see what can be done.Damaged ItemsThe last thing we want is for you to be stuck with a damaged item. If it arrives damaged, then please get in touch with us within a week's time!Care Instruction Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach, only when necessary. No fabric softeners. Tumble dry low or hang-dry for longest life. Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.
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Behave Skulls T-Shirt (Unisex) Royal Blue
Whether it's collecting data, explaining classroom rules, dealing with difficult students, restoring relationships or just setting appropriate expectations, you live and breathe behavior. You can rock this tee during your Restorative Discipline conferences, meeting with your PBIS teams, or on one of those hectic Fridays where you just want to scream "Behave!" This tee is soft, lightweight and with just the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. Size guide S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL Length (inches) 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 Shipping Policy3-5 business days. Your order will be sent out on average within 3 days of ordering. We recommend ordering one size up. Call for more details or click on the link below for a size chart. Return PolicyThese shirts are custom-made, therefore, we do not accept returns for size exchanges or buyers remorse. Please contact us with any questions! 512.919.5247productstore@esc13.txed.netOrder Never ArrivedIf your order didn't end up arriving, be sure to let us know!First, check your shipping confirmation and check that you had entered the correct address. If the address was incorrect, we'd be happy to send you another order to the correct address, but it will have to be at your cost.If the shipping address was correct, get in touch with us at productstore@esc13.txed.net noting your order number. You can also give us a call at 512.919.5247 and we'll see what can be done.Damaged ItemsThe last thing we want is for you to be stuck with a damaged item. If it arrives damaged, then please get in touch with us within a week's time!Care Instruction Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach, only when necessary. No fabric softeners. Tumble dry low or hang-dry for longest life. Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. Do not dry clean.
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Article
What is the difference between reinforcement and punishment?
One question I get asked when I teach my classroom management class is, “What is the best punishment for a student?” I reply, “There is none.” I’m sure the participants wonder why I’m qualified to teach classroom management! What I do share with my participants is using consequences instead of punishment. There’s a difference between […]
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Social and Emotional Learning: an Educational Renaissance
Social and emotional learning (SEL) programs are the cornerstone of successful, learner-centered, school environments. SEL programs are essential because specific social skills are the precursors of reading comprehension. We already know that reading comprehension strongly correlates to positive learner outcomes across the curriculum. So it’s essential for school districts to provide SEL programs to their […]
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3 Tips for Promoting Kindness at Your School
We’ve all heard that kindness is key, but this is especially true while our students are learning behaviors that will stick with them throughout their lives. In recent years, schools have shifted their focus towards social emotional learning and promoting kindness as a way to build safe learning communities. Here’s three ways you can promote […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, Episode 06: Creating a Positive School Culture and Climate
In this episode, behavior specialist Angela Isenberg, and guest specialist Melinda Marquez, talk about creating a positive school culture and climate for your campuses and schools. Download the full transcript of this week’s episode. Angela : Welcome to I’ve Tried Everything, a podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. I’m your host, Angela Isenberg. […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, EP 05: Active Supervision
In this episode, behavior specialist Angela Isenberg and Melinda Marquez discuss active supervision and the development of duty stations and how administrators and teachers can come together to create a comprehensive policy. Download the full transcript of this week’s episode. Angela Isenberg: Welcome to I’ve tried everything, a podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, EP 04: Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
In this episode of “I’ve Tried Everything” specialists Angela Isenberg and Melinda Marquez discuss implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support throughout your school. Download a full copy of this episodes’ transcript Angela Isenberg: Welcome to I’ve Tried Everything, a podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. I’m your host, Angela Isenberg. I’m the program manager […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, EP. 03: Classroom Interventions VS Classroom Consequences
In this episode of “I’ve Tried Everything” specialists Angela Isenberg and Melinda Marquez discuss the differences between classroom interventions and classroom consequences. Download a full copy of this episodes’ transcript Angela Isenberg: Welcome to I’ve Tried Everything, a podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. I’m your host, Angela Eisenberg. Our special guest for […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, EP 02: Classroom Management
In this episode of “I’ve Tried Everything” specialists Angela Isenberg and Melinda Marquez discuss classroom management and how teachers and administrators can work together to improve the classroom experience for all. Download a copy of this episodes’ transcript Angela Isenberg: Welcome to, I’ve Tried Everything. A podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. I’m […]
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5 Free School Safety Tips you Can Implement Now
School safety doesn’t have to cost a lot of money or involve a campus-wide push for new buildings, policies, and procedures. In fact, some of the best things you can do to improve your school safety, are often cheap or super easy to implement. Here are five best practices you can do right now to […]
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I’ve Tried Everything, Episode 01: Discipline Matrix
In this episode, behavior specialist Angela Isenberg and Melinda Marquez discuss developing a solid discipline matrix that loops teachers and administrators into the larger discipline picture. Download the full transcript of this week’s episode. Angela Isenberg: Welcome to I’ve Tried Everything, a podcast series focusing on behavior support in schools. I’m your host, Angela Isenberg. […]
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3 Types of Restorative Circles
Restorative circles are restorative discipline strategies you can use in your classrooms to develop relationships, build communities, and respond to conflicts and problems that arise. With restorative circles, you give everyone an equal opportunity to speak, and be listened to. When you’re building your restorative circles, the basic structure is easy to learn. Gather everyone […]
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3 Tips for Setting Up Classrooms to Improve Classroom Management
When we talk about classroom management, we often lean on theory but forget the practical steps you can take. One of the best things you can do for your classroom, is learn how to physically set up your classroom for success. We asked Angela Isenberg to give us a few tips on how to properly set […]
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In School Suspension doesn’t work, here are 3 reasons why.
The In School Suspension model is broken and yet most schools still use it. Schools across Texas and throughout the country practice the traditional, punitive, method of ISS. In this model, students get in trouble and are sent to a room on campus as punishment. They might complete homework or do assignments, but the main […]
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Classroom Behavior Charts Don’t Work, Here’s Why
Plenty of schools use behavior charts to track their students’ behavior. Behavior charts come in all shapes and sizes and are used primarily to motivate students to behave better while in class. At the core, the idea seems right: by tracking our students’ reactions throughout the day we encourage them to make better choices. But […]
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What is Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)?
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is more than just a buzz word in education. It’s not a new concept either, SEL, has been around for years, but has just recently started to gain respect, attention, and importance in the world of education. Especially after a year spent navigating a pandemic. The Collaborative for Academic, Social, […]
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How to foster independent work for your students
Figuring out how to foster and manage independent work in the classroom is always a challenge. Educators often forget that students aren’t born knowing how to manage independent work. They also don’t know what a teacher means when they talk about independent work. Independent work starts by setting clear expectations Just like we set up […]
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Critical Classroom Rules for Successful Classrooms
Teachers of all experience levels often struggle with classroom rules. It can be the hardest part of any new school year or even a new semester. Just like teachers, students struggle to understand why classroom rules are important. Establishing classroom rules at the beginning of the year is the best thing a teacher can do […]
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3 Questions to Help You Manage Aggression in Classrooms
There’s an unfortunate reality about teaching that you’ll eventually comes across: you’ll eventually end up angry at one of your students or your students will be angry or aggressive towards you. It’s hard to know how to manage aggression we might have towards students who aren’t behaving in class. We might feel ridiculed, disrespected, not listened […]
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Who Are Tough Kids and Why Are They Hard to Handle?
As a teacher, you’ve likely encountered your fair share of difficult students. Students have all sorts of different behaviors and personalities. Some are aggressive, others are reserved, some never follow rules, while others listen to everything. Just the same, you’ve likely come across some tough kids. Your tough kids are students in your class that frequently […]
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3 Tips to Create Great FBAs and BIPs
We asked our education specialist, Amy Fanetti to give us a little bit of insight on how to write great functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans. For newbies to the behavior world, functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans are critical documents that guide us as we deal with behavior on a campus or […]
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4 Effective Classroom Management Strategies for Better Classroom Behavior
Finding classroom management strategies that improve classroom behavior can be difficult. We’ve written before about how to create efficient and effective classroom rules but building better classroom behavior involves more than just rule making. Ask yourself, does student misbehavior have you considering a different career or at least have you counting down the days until […]
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What is an LSSP and What Do They Do?
You’ve likely heard about LSSPs before, but maybe aren’t 100% what they are. LSSP stands for Licensed Specialists in School Psychology, and they’re one of the foundations to a functional and healthy school. As LSSPs, we conduct evaluations (and often reevaluations) to determine if your students are eligible for, or can continue in, special education […]
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What Does an Ideal PBIS Team Look Like?
Teamwork is important. We all do better work when we’ve got a great team supporting us. Positive Behavior Interventions and Support, or PBIS, involves the whole campus. To successfully implement PBIS on your campus, you’re going to need a stellar team. So, what does a PBIS team look like? To build an ideal PBIS team, […]
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Why You Should Start Your Class With Behavior Check-Ins
Good educators know that each and every day is a new experience for your students, and a new chance to build relationships. Just like in their academic work, students need consistency and regular routines to help them build their emotions, social skills, and community building skills. Behavior Check-Ins are a great way to help this […]
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What is Peer Mediation?
Peer mediation is a process where trained students act as neutral mediators. These students work with their peers to uncover the root causes of their disputes and decide on fairways of resolving a conflict. The process is great because it’s a form of restorative discipline, and helps students build their empathy while they also fine-tune […]
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What is a Restorative Conference?
Your school or campus might already use conferences to deal with behavior issues, but restorative conferences are a bit different. In restorative conferences, victims, offenders, and their friends and family take an active role in resolving any conflicts. A restorative conference is an example of restorative discipline. You should use restorative practices when you wish to […]
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3 Cyberbullying Tactics to Watch Out For
Cyberbullying is a huge problem our students face daily. With the rise of smartphones and social media your students are communicating 24/7 with each other and others across the world. This means that it’s even easier for bullying to occur. This type of bullying is often persistent, permanent, and hard for us to notice. An […]
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Personal Accounts: PBIS from a Principal’s Perspective
When I was a principal at a local elementary school, I found out about Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) during my training as a behavior coach with Albert Felts, of the Behavior Team at Region 13 ESC. I was overwhelmed with discipline referrals; everything from students not doing their work, to making terroristic threats. […]
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What is Bullying and Why is it Harmful?
Bullying is all around us. It’s easy to do. A bully approaches someone else and pressures them to do something they don’t want to do, or never wanted to do in the first place. Bullies can tease, hurt, or even torment other students. You might have missed it though, because what constitutes bullying can be […]
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What is Restorative Discipline?
You’ve likely heard the term “restorative discipline” or “restorative justice” used on your campus before. It’s a philosophy that’s been getting a lot of attention lately in the education world. But, despite the term’s growing popularity, you might not know what restorative discipline really is. Restorative discipline is just one branch of the larger restorative […]
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The Value of Soft Skills for Students
You’ve heard the term “soft skill” before but might still be curious as what it means. Hard skills are the skills we gain through education, training programs, certifications, and on-the-job training. Soft skills are interpersonal or “people” skills and are often much harder to define and evaluate. However, more and more schools are learning the […]
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Personal Accounts: Trauma and SEL
Today our specialist, Monica Kurtz gives us her thoughts on trauma and the importance of teaching Social Emotional Learning in our schools. School shootings. Outrage. Fear. Helplessness. My newsfeed is filled with almost daily reports of another shooting, more victims. More death. Working in a school, particularly in behavior, I have worked with students that […]
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