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Leedy, Amanda; Bates, Perianne; Safran, Stephen P. – Behavioral Disorders, 2004
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a positive behavior support (PBS) intervention in a rural elementary school. Through this use of clear, consistent behavioral expectations, grade-level assemblies, and complimentary reinforcement, there was a substantial improvement in hallway behavior, with an overall increase of 134.9% for compliance…
Descriptors: Reinforcement, Behavior Disorders, Intervention, Elementary Schools
Osher, David; Poirier, Jeffrey M.; Dwyer, Kevin P.; Hicks, Regenia; Brown, Leah J.; Lampron, Stephanie; Rodriguez, Carlos – American Institutes for Research, 2008
Children and youth require safe and supportive schools and communities if they are to succeed in school and thrive. These needs are particularly great for children who struggle with the impacts of chronic poverty, lead poisoning and lead effect, community and media violence, drugs and alcohol, trauma and loss. There are many such students in…
Descriptors: Urban Schools, Educational Environment, School Safety, Professional Development