FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 15, 2009
Contact:PACER Center 952-838-9000, 800-53-PACER
PACER Center workshop addresses ways to create a positive school climate
PACER Center is offering “Understanding Schoolwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports,” a free workshop for parents and professionals. It is on Monday, Oct. 5, 2009, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., at Moorhead Area Public Schools, Probstfield Center for Education, 2410 14th St. S., Moorhead, Minn. Advance registration is requested.
A positive school environment helps all students do better academically. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) can help schools achieve a positive school climate—especially when parents are involved.
This workshop will help parents and professionals understand the concept of PBIS and its application for all students. Participants will:- Build a common knowledge about PBIS
- Learn effective alternatives to punishment
- Reinforce positive behavioral skills in children
- Share common strengths, successes, and frustrations
- Discover how schools are implementing PBIS
To register, call PACER at 952-838-9000 or 952-838-0190 (TTY). In Greater Minnesota, call 800-537-2237 (toll free) or visit PACER.org.
PACER Center is a parent center for families of children and young adults with any disability. PACER provides individual assistance, workshops, publications, and other resources to help families make decisions about education and other services for their child or young adult with disabilities.
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