Pyramid Basics

Basic Pyramid Info for School Website

In Shoreline, all schools implement Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) to increase student engagement, improve safety, decrease problem behavior, and establish a positive school culture. PBIS is a systemic, proactive approach to teaching school-wide behavioral expectations and includes a hierarchy of prevention and intervention strategies. The Pyramid Model provides a framework of practices specifically for implementing PBIS practices within early childhood classrooms and programs.

 

The Pyramid Model

Edwin Pratt Early Learning Center uses the Pyramid Model to support the healthy social and emotional development of young children. The Pyramid Model emphasizes developing positive relationships between children, families and staff, the implementation of evidence-based, developmentally appropriate teaching practices, and the inclusion and participation of young children with disabilities in early childhood settings. The Pyramid Model provides families and staff with clear components of effective support and instruction to ensure all children succeed in school.

 

As part of the foundation of the Pyramid, clear, positive behavior expectations are taught to all children. The school-wide positive behavior expectations for Edwin Pratt Early Learning Center are