Speaker Bio
Ellen Grossman, Ed.S., NCSP
Director of Special Education, Uptick Education
Ellen has served students K-21 as a behavior therapist, school psychologist, mental health interventionist, and supervisor. She currently works with charter schools as a special education director and school psychologist through Uptick Education. She is passionate about systems change and evidence based practices to improve outcomes for all students.
Breakout 5D
Breakout 5D: When Tier 1 Is Not Enough: Strengthening Tier 2 and Tier 3 Supports in PBIS
Ellen Grossman & Ron Lake
This interactive session focuses on strengthening Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports within a Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework to better serve students with targeted and intensive behavioral and mental health needs. Grounded in evidence-based practices, PBIS research, and implementation science, participants will explore the essential systems and conditions required for effective intervention, including data-based decision making, clearly defined team processes, and fidelity of implementation. Emphasis will be placed on the role of school social workers in coordinating supports across school, family, and community settings to improve student outcomes and ensure consistent, equitable access to interventions.
Learning Objectives:
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Define and differentiate Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports within PBIS and identify students using data-based decision making,
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Evaluate and strengthen key system components to improve fidelity and effectiveness of interventions,
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Apply practical, evidence-based strategies to coordinate supports across school, family, and mental health systems.
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CEUs: 1.5 PELSB PBIS