In a busy middle school, effective behavior management is crucial for maintaining a positive learning environment. Teachers increasingly rely on the Bloomz app’s Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) tools to track, manage, and intervene when students struggle with behavioral issues. Let’s explore two illustrative examples of how educators can effectively assign negative points and schedule timely interventions using Bloomz.

Example 1: Addressing Disruptive Behavior

Meet Ms. Johnson, a dedicated sixth-grade math teacher. Recently, she has noticed that one of her students, Ryan, has been increasingly disruptive during class. Ryan often interrupts lessons, talks back when corrected, and distracts his classmates. To address this behavior, Ms. Johnson decides to use Bloomz’s PBIS tools to document the occurrences and implement a corrective plan.

During class, when Ryan interrupts for the third time in one session, Ms. Johnson opens the Bloomz app on her phone and quickly assigns negative points to Ryan for disruptive behavior. The points system within the app allows her to note the specific instance along with a brief comment: "Disruption during math lesson on fractions - 3rd interruption." This documentation not only helps track Ryan's behavior but also serves as a valuable reference for follow-up discussions with him and his parents.

After class, Ms. Johnson reflects on Ryan’s behavior and decides an intervention is necessary. She opens the Bloomz app again and navigates to the PBIS intervention scheduling tool. She schedules a one-on-one meeting with Ryan for the following week to discuss his behavior and to develop a behavior improvement plan. Ms. Johnson also invites the school counselor to join the meeting, ensuring that Ryan receives comprehensive support.

To prepare, Ms. Johnson crafts an agenda for the intervention session that outlines the importance of positive behavior, specific behavioral expectations in class, and strategies for improvement. By the time she meets with Ryan, he understands the purpose of the intervention and feels supported rather than attacked.

Example 2: Encouraging Positive Behavior with Interventions

Meanwhile, in the eighth-grade science lab, Mr. Lewis has been using Bloomz to monitor student behavior and reward positive actions. However, he’s recently been seeing issues with a group of students who frequently exhibit off-task behaviors, including Sara and Max, who often chat and wander around during experiments.

Recognizing that Sarah and Max's off-task behaviors are affecting their learning and that of others, Mr. Lewis uses the app to assign negative points for being off-task during lab work. He notes the incidents in the app: "Sara and Max chatting during experiments - 2 points each." This immediate feedback serves to hold them accountable while also giving Mr. Lewis the data he needs to discuss the behaviors with them later.

To address the issue constructively, Mr. Lewis decides to schedule a group intervention session that includes both students. Using the Bloomz calendar feature, he selects a time when both Sara and Max can meet after school. He pairs this intervention with a framework focused on developing teamwork and collaborative skills.

During the intervention, Mr. Lewis encourages an open dialogue, allowing Sara and Max to express their thoughts on their behavior and its impact. He collaborates with them to create personal behavior goals and involves them in the planning process of future lab activities, fostering a sense of ownership over their actions. By utilizing the Bloomz tools to document their goals and progress, Mr. Lewis ensures that both students receive ongoing support and accountability.

In both examples, using Bloomz PBIS tools allows educators to effectively assign negative points and schedule interventions when needed. By documenting behaviors and actively involving the students in creating solutions, teachers can foster a supportive environment where students learn from their actions, leading to a more engaging and productive educational experience. To learn more about PBIS Behavior Management click here.