Positive Behavior Intervention Supports(PBIS)
High School Student
Anxiety/Hyperactivity
Student struggles with anxiety in 9th grade class.
Behaviors of student with anxiety
Tier 1 Anxiety Intervention
Break down assignment- thoroughly explain assignment
Practice deep breathing- if student appears to be anxious I would recommend that the student slowly takes 3 deep breaths.
Help student start assignment- give examples of the first and second problems or questions
Teach student social skills- upon arrival to class appropriate greeting will be modeled between teacher and students- student- student.
Know proximity limit to students- being aware of personal space of student.
Tier 2 Anxiety Intervention
Structured breaks- allow student for a timed brain break. (computer time, or rest)
Visual schedules- provide written schedule of assignment due dates and test schedules
Practice self monitoring- teach student modulation strategies and to be aware of when their mood is depressed, manic, or just right.
Non verbal cues & signals- establish special cues and signals for when something is needed. (if student is feeling anxious they will give me a number 1-5 on the level that they are feeling. )
Tier 3 Anxiety Intervention
Collaboration with students physician and or mental health provider- If student is not complying in the classroom physician will be contacted.
Worries a lot
Low self confidence/ self esteem
Hard time concentrating
Irritable
Apprehensive to start on assignments
Student Struggles with Hyperactivity in 9th grade class
Behaviors of student with hyperactivity
Constantly up and walking around
Fidgety
Talks excessively
Needs/ seeks attention from everyone
Easily distracted
Forgetful
Stutters/repeats self
Plays too rough and bothers other classmates
Tier 1 Hyperactivity Intervention
More structured routine-
Have the student stand while working on assignments- provide an adjustable desk that can be used sitting or standing. Also having a ball chair.
Provide the student with a stress ball or some kind of fidget
Teach student social skills- teach student proper interaction with others -teachers and students.
Tier 2 Hyperactivity Intervention
Provide student with peer tutoring- Provide the student with one on one help with work. Allow student to read out loud during class to help them to focus.
Sensory tools- provide specific equipment for student to help them relax or concentrate. Such as a ball chair, stress ball, music, vibrating cushions.
Social stories- prepare the student to enter a situation that may make them feel uncomfortable. Or remind them of what they should be doing if their behavior gets out of hand.
Tier 3 Hyperactivity Intervention
Behavior meetings- This is where the Behavior Intervention Plan is established.
Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)- Decide goals and objectives that would like to be seen. Determine a consequence for the inappropriate behaviors, and discuss reward for appropriate behaviors.
Break down assignments- Modify tests by giving less choices on multiple choice for instance 3 choices instead of 4. Shortened assignments and homework.