PBIS Parent Information Center
Creating PAWS-itive Poston Panthers
What is PBIS?
In PBIS, all students receive instruction in the expectations (see Expectation Matrix) and routines in and out of the classroom, and are acknowledged for doing things “the right way.” It is an instructional approach to discipline, which is used to encourage self-management and problem-solving skills.
At Poston Junior High, our PBIS system revolves around the core values and expectations of practicing friendship, acting accountably, working ethically, and showing respect. These core values are known as PAWS expectations.
How does it work?
Poston’s PAWS expectations are supported through a variety of systems. All students are provided with comprehensive instruction on the school’s expectations throughout the year. They are then acknowledged by their teachers and school staff with PAWS tickets when they are demonstrating one of the core expectations. In collecting these tickets, the student may use them to be redeemed for a variety of incentives that can be found both inside the classroom and school wide. One of our school wide incentives are our quarterly PAWS activities. Your child may attend these activities as long as they are in good academic standing and are demonstrating PAWS-itve behavior.
These expectations are further supported by our PAWS Agenda.
PAWS Expectation Matrix
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All Areas |
Classroom |
Outside Areas |
Cafeteria |
Locker Room |
Restroom |
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Practice Friendship Treating peers with kindness.
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Use considerate language
Ask permission to use others property
Help others in need
Include others |
Work cooperatively
Be supportive |
Advocate for others
Keep hand and feet to yourself
Seek Assistance from adults |
Wait your turn
“Please” and “Thank you”
Be honest |
Maintain privacy
Remind others to lock-up belongings |
Wait in line
Maintain privacy |
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Act Accountably Taking personal responsibility for your behavior, achievement, and success.
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Keep our campus clean
Using equipment and materials appropriately
Manage your time |
Complete agenda
Maintain AVID binder
Come prepared
Be on time
Complete and submit your assignments
Active engagement
Attend Re-Teach as assigned
Regularly check your grades |
Proceed to your next class
Demonstrate awareness of surroundings
Keep track of your belongings
Use sports equipment in the designated areas
Lock-up your wheels |
Clean-up after yourself
Bring your ID
Maintain your own place in line |
Wash, Bring and WEAR your PE attire
Lock-up belongings
Maintain personal hygiene |
Use only your pass
Throw away trash in appropriate receptacles
Quickly return to class
Flush the toilet and/or urinal |
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Work Ethically Doing your personal best in an honest way.
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Welcome diversity
Use supplies and equipment properly
Personal electronics are turned off and out of sight
Return lost Items |
Do your own work
Return supplies
Follow technology guidelines
Give your best effort daily
Cite your resources |
Keep our campus clean
Report inappropriate behavior
Walk your wheels off campus |
Use own ID/number
Be careful
Enjoy your own food |
Report vandalism
Report issues |
Report vandalism
Report issues |
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Show Respect Properly behaving for the benefit for all.
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Follow staff directions
Respond appropriately to others
Use appropriate volume
Be considerate of others’ personal property and space
Wait your turn patiently
Graffiti Free |
Raise your hand
Stay in seat
Keep Classroom Clean
Use and return supplies properly
Listen to others’ views |
Be considerate of others’ classes during passing period
Take pride in campus appearance |
Use manners
Keep food in the lunch area |
Use school equipment appropriately
Demonstrate maturity |
Be mindful of supplies
Use bathroom fixtures as intended |