Reducing Behavior Problems
Explore resources designed to help K-5 educators learn how many typical behavior problems can be prevented through classroom management, engaging instruction, and positive student-teacher relationships. 
- View a visual diagram of all five practices
- Watch a topic overview and download planning templates
- Listen to an expert
Explore the subtopics below to learn more about the recommended practices:
To learn more about the research underlying these practices, view the IES Practice Guide, Reducing Behavior Problems in the Elementary School Classroom.
Planning for Implementation and Tracking Schoolwide Behavior Strategies
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > Overview & Tools
This planning tool is designed to help school principals create a plan for implementing schoolwide strategies to reduce behavior problems and promote a positive school climate.
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Tool
Principal Self-Reflection: Schoolwide Approaches to Reducing Behavior Problems
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > Overview & Tools
Use this self-reflection tool to focus on your school's current schoolwide approach to behavior problems. Four key actions are considered: School Improvement Team Considerations, Hot Spot Data...
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Tool
Learning Together About Schoolwide Approaches to Reducing Behavior Problems
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > Overview & Tools
Use this tool to plan a workshop about schoolwide approaches to reducing behavior problems. Teachers will deepen their understanding of strategies used to reduce behavior problems in the...
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Tool
Social and Emotional Learning: Standards and Benchmarks
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
This document illustrates the Social Emotional Learning (SEL) goals, standards, and benchmarks adopted by the Anchorage School District. These goals, standards, and benchmarks guide the SEL...
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Sample Material
Behavior Intervention Process
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
This flowchart is included in the Pinnacle 35 Staff Handbook. The flowchart describes the Behavior Intervention Process and answers commonly asked questions about the process. The Intervention Team...
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Sample Material
Behavior Matrix
Reducing Behavior Problems > Modify Environment > See How It Works, Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
Staff at Hidden Hills Elementary have designed a behavior matrix which divides rules into three categories: rules that aim to promote (a) a safe school environment; (b) healthy and socially...
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Sample Material
Long-Term Strategic Planning in Bedford County
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
This interview features a countywide strategic planning process to incorporate a program for promoting healthy and safe behavior and social skills. The interview highlights special attention given...
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School Example
State Support of Schoolwide Change Efforts
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
Listen to an interview with administrators at the New Jersey Department of Education Office of Special Education about implementing a schoolwide model for behavior improvement. An essential part of...
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School Example
Developing Teaching and Management Practices for Healthy Academic and Social Behavior
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
This video shows how Everett Area Elementary School implements schoolwide teaching and classroom management practices to foster youth development. The school bookends these practices with social...
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School Example
Designing a Schoolwide Approach to Reduce Behavior Problems
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
See how a Solutions Team collected data to develop a cohesive, schoolwide behavior plan that students can follow in all areas of the school and at home. Discipline plans were not consistent...
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School Example
Peace Day Rally
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
Listen to an audio about how P.S. 269 uses daily and annual peace activities to encourage positive behavior management. The principal and staff use morning line-up and daily class gatherings to...
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School Example
Using Social-Emotional Learning Standards to Guide a Schoolwide Approach
Reducing Behavior Problems > Schoolwide Approach > See How It Works
Hear how Baxter Elementary has social-emotional learning standards in place, which are the basis for all social-emotional learning and reinforcement that occurs within the school. Students are...
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School Example
