Empowering Transition Students at Bloomington Center: PBIS Strategies & Support

Adult Student Panel with Q & A PBIS at the Bloomington Transition Center LouAnn Strachota & Melissa Paulsen 2021 Summer Institute - Google Drive

1. Background about our site 2. Students share their journey 3. Give you ideas to bring back 4. Answer questions 2021 Summer Institute - Google Drive

The Bloomington Transition Center We support students who are 18-21 years old with mild to moderate disabilities We work on the three areas of transition: employment, post-secondary/training, and independent living We support AIM both in the building and within the community

BTC Building Matrix Lesson Template Restroom Restroom Hallways & Commons Classroom Lunchroom Keep conversations to a minimum Greet each other Be respectful Invite others to sit with you Acceptance Be kind Listen to each other Take turns talking Remember personal boundaries Keep personal space Be helpful Be aware of other s feelings Use the bathroom for its intended purpose Keep food and drink in the lunchroom Use appropriate language Participate and be engaged Independence Use an indoor voice Use technology for learning Use the restroom during passing time Eat your own food Move to class on time Ask for help when needed Use table manners Keep restroom doors closed Keep hallways clean Clean up after yourself: - throw away trash - wipe table - push in chair Be present Keep the restroom clean Respect each others choices and differences Merit Help others when needed Wash your hands with soap Be a problem solver Be polite

BTC Extensions Matrix Work Experiences Community Vans/Bus Use effective conflict resolution techniques Dress for the event Be respectful Use conversational voice volume Move over to share a seat Acceptance Cooperate with others Accept if people don t want to talk or are using their device Be safe Have a positive attitude Ask questions Use self-advocacy skills Wear seat belts Independence Be a problem solver Try new experiences Keep hands to self Be flexible Speak for yourself Stay in your seat Set goals Use appropriate language Help others Follow through with your job duties Merit Put forth your best effort Use a quiet voice volume Represent yourself proudly Follow the directions Ask for help when needed

BTC Distance Learning Matrix Interaction & Collaboration Home Structure Learning Tasks Technology Be mindful of your tone and audience Organize your time to fit your family s needs Be kind to others when posting or interacting Recognize mistakes and glitches will happen Acceptance Actively participate in online learning activities with your peers Discuss expectations as a family Be patient as everyone is learning new systems Do your best work Be responsible for getting your work complete Put away or turn off distractions Keep devices charged and use with care Participate with a positive mental attitude Independence Find a place where you can work productively Attend online meetings on time Establish a daily routine to support your learning Check your email daily Share home resources and spaces Ask for help or support as needed Take breaks and be active Use public behaviors when online Merit Be mindful of your workload and wellbeing Turn in your own work Focus your attention on educational work Be on time for meetings

Link to our flowchart

Introduction to our student panel Aaron Ben Alex Naledi - (na-lady)

Some student ideas to bring back to your buildings: Golden Shovel You Rock Knock Your Socks Off BTC Eats Bounce Cards Gratitude Cards Group Discussion Sentence Starters Rating Scale Social Autopsy 2021 Summer Institute - Google Drive

Some staff ideas to bring back to your buildings: Substitute Golden Ticket Staff Favorite List Teacher-to-Teacher Gratitude Cards Pumpkin Poem Staff New Year s Resolution May Day Baskets 2021 Summer Institute - Google Drive

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