Tier 1 Behavior Matrix

Schoolwide Expectations:

1. Be Respectful

2. Be Responsible

3. Be Safe

4. Be Ready to Learn

 

Setting Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Be Ready to Learn. 

Classroom: Use positive language; follow teacher directions. Complete work; bring necessary materials. Keep hands/feet to self; follow safety routines. Be on time; actively participate 

Hallways : Use quiet voices; allow others to pass. Walk directly to the destination on the right side; keep a space between others. Move efficiently; have materials ready 

Cafeteria manners: speak at an appropriate volume. Clean up your area; follow routines. Stay seated; walk at all times. Bring lunch items; follow procedures

Restrooms: Give others privacy; wait your turn. Flush; wash hands; return promptly. Keep water in the sink; keep floors clean. Use the restroom during appropriate times 

Playground: Include others; share equipment. Return equipment; follow rules. Use equipment correctly; report concerns. Line up quickly when prompted 

Bus Use kind words; follow the driver's directions. Keep your belongings with you. Stay seated; keep aisles clear. Be prepared for safe loading/unloading

 

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Tier 1 Schoolwide Reward System

Purpose

Encourage and reinforce positive, prosocial behaviors aligned with schoolwide expectations.

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How Students Earn Rewards

Students earn PBIS Points/Tickets when they demonstrate behaviors aligned with the matrix.
Behaviors must be:
✔ observable
✔ specific
✔ immediate
✔ tied to expectations

Examples of Rewardable Behaviors:

• Helping a peer without being asked

• Following hallway expectations

• Turning in work on time

• Demonstrating kindness, self-control, or problem-solving

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Who Can Give Rewards

• Teachers

• Paraprofessionals

• Bus drivers

• Office staff

• Custodians

• Cafeteria workers

• Administrators

(Important PBIS principle: everyone in the building is responsible for acknowledging positive behavior.)

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Reward Tiers

Daily Incentives

• PBIS tickets/points

• Positive phone call or message home

• Special classroom privileges (flex seating, helper roles)

• Stickers or stamps (for younger students)

Weekly Incentives

• Small prize drawing

• Choice time

• Extra recess

• Lunch with a teacher

Monthly Incentives

• PBIS Schoolwide Celebration (dance, game day, movie)

• School store access

• Grade-level assemblies

• Recognition certificates

Quarterly / Semester Incentives

• Field trip eligibility

• Honor roll recognition

• PBIS VIP Day (special activities or privileges)

Annual Incentives

• Awards ceremony

• PBIS All-Stars celebration

• Special schoolwide event (carnival, festival, field day)

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Parent & Non-Instructional Staff Involvement

Parent Partnership

• Monthly newsletters explaining expectations & PBIS data

• Parent training video or handout: “How to Reinforce Expectations at Home”

• Parents invited to schoolwide celebrations

• Home-school PBIS point boosters (family rewards or check-ins)

Non-Instructional Staff Involvement

• Training on expectations & reinforcement

• Common language scripts for bus, cafeteria, and recess staff

• Staff ability to distribute PBIS rewards

• Staff participation in monthly celebrations

• Clear communication channels to report positive behavior and concerns

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Major/Minor Infractions Chart

Minor Infractions (Handled by Classroom Staff)

1. Off-task behavior

2. Disruptive talking or noises

3. Failure to follow directions

4. Minor disrespect (eye-rolling, talking back)

5. Lack of preparedness

6. Minor physical contact (playful pushing)

7. Technology misuse (non-disruptive)

Responses to Minor Infractions

• Redirect

• Reteach expectation

• Proximity control

• Classroom conference

• Logical consequence

• Parent contact (if repeated)

• Minor office referral for repeated behaviors (5 minors = 1 major)

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Major Infractions (Handled by Administration)

1. Aggressive physical contact (fighting, hitting)

2. Threats or harassment/bullying

3. Major defiance or refusal to comply

4. Vandalism or property damage

5. Significant technology violation (hacking, inappropriate content)

Responses to Major Infractions

• Office referral

• Administrative conference

• Restorative conversation or mediation

• Behavior contract

• In-school or out-of-school suspension (as last resort)

• Parent conference

• Possible Tier 2 referral

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Tier 1 Consequences Hierarchy

Schoolwide Logical, Progressive Consequences

1. Prompt/Redirect

2. Reteach the Expectation

3. Conference with Student

4. Logical Consequence

   • Loss of privilege

   • Think sheet

   • Seat change

5. Parent Notification

6. Minor Referral

7. Office Referral (if repeated or severe)

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Classroom Consequences Hierarchy (Teacher Managed)

1. Non-verbal cue

2. Proximity or visual reminder

3. Reteach expectation

4. Quiet conference/reflection sheet

5. Loss of classroom privilege

6. Parent contact

7. Minor referral

8. Involving support staff (counselor, behavior coach)

PBIS Principle: Consequences should be instructional, logical, and paired with reteaching—never punitive alone.