The Educator's Blueprint

Join Lisa and Jamie for a discussion with Andrew Paulhamus, a veteran high school science teacher and PBIS team member at Williamsport Area High School in Pennsylvania. The answer to effective classroom management and supporting students to meet behavioral expectations is CONSISTENCY. Andrew discusses how matrices are used in his school and classroom as a resource to show students what expected behaviors related to rules and routines look and sound like. Even if you are not a high school teacher, you will be provided with ways to implement these matrices effectively and include student voice in the process. RESOURCESNational Center on PBISCreating a Teaching MatrixInformation about the PaPBS and MTSS Implementor's Forum

Students come to high school with many educational experiences. Unfortunately, some of these experiences have lasting negative impacts. Join Lisa and Jamie for a conversation with high school math teacher, Melissa Hough. Melissa strongly emphasizes the importance of creating a safe environment for students to actively engage in classroom activities leading to improved thinking skills and creating connections to other learning. From the beginning of her courses, Melissa encourages students to question as they problem solve--"What am I doing?" and "Why am I doing it?" Melissa's approach is not only effective teaching practice, it just makes sense.RESOURCESCenter on PBISExamples of Engaging Instruction to Increase Equity in EducationDesmos--math tools and math resourcesDelta Math--math instruction supplement

Educators, mark your calendars for June 9 and 10, when the 20th, yes 20th MO SW-PBS Summer Institute 2026 will be held at Tan-Tar-A Resort in Osage Beach, Missouri! So much is happening at this year's institute that you will need to listen to featured podcast guest, Jody Baker, district coach and Summer Institute Coordinator, as she outlines many institute features including the keynote speaker, breakout sessions, poster sessions, and karaoke, of course. Breakout sessions include something for everyone--all tiers of intervention, all levels of education, and a special emphasis on self-care and caring for colleagues. Jody also gives many helpful recommendations for how your team can create a plan for before, during, and after the institute to get the maximum impact for your experience. Click on the important links below for even more details. What We Do Matters!!IMPORTANT RESOURCESMO SW-PBS Summer Institute 2026 overview with important linksDr. Tim Crowley--Keynote SpeakerSummer Institute FAQsSeason 4, Episode 80: PBIS Summer Institute--A Conversation with Jody Baker