PBIS

 

Have questions? Designated contact: Jessica Hirst

Email address: jessica.hirst@hart.k12.ga.us

The administration, faculty, and staff at each of Hart County's school locations have collaborated to create school-wide expectations that are clear and visible to students. School-wide expectations, which are unique to each location and its student population, are reinforced daily in a variety of ways.  

Students often receive an abundance of verbal praise, along with a high five and always a smile and consistent reinforcement of good behavior. In addition, students can earn digital points for demonstrating responsible and safe behaviors that can be cashed in for rewards, which are called PBIS points. These points are then used to purchase events (four per school year) and tangible prizes. 

As well as reinforcing positive behaviors, Hart County Schools also employ a positive approach to discipline. When a consequence is given, it is used as a teaching opportunity.  The time is spent reinforcing expectations and teaching any lagging skills using modeling and practice. The 7 Mindset curriculum is our county wide initiative to teach positive behaviors in all situations. 

P.B.I.S. is not just another program that we use within Hart County Schools -- it is who we are and what we do!  

The following posters are the four events offered this school year!