| Description |
In an extension of research demonstrating the need for systematic behavioral change through intervention in public schools, the present study explored effects of positive behavior interventions and supports for improved student performance and reduced reactionary management for school staff. Districts participating in a statewide training initiative in Utah provided 10 target schools for study. These target schools collected data and participated in a series of training activities prior to implementation. Implementation included the establishment of a multidisciplinary team. Outcome data included office disciplinary referrals, fidelity of implementation scales, reported satisfaction, positive reinforcement, administrative time and cost, and proficiency in high-stakes testing. The participant schools demonstrated statistically significant positive outcomes with reduced rates of reported negative student behavior, including tardies. No statistically significant differences between baseline and treatment were observed in high-stakes academic assessment measures. Recommendations for future research include the selection of more sensitive measures and disaggregated analysis. |
