We are incredibly proud to announce that our preschool team has been officially recognized as Iowa Early Childhood Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (EC-PBIS) Model Classrooms! 🏆
What does this mean for our students?
EC-PBIS is a framework used to promote social-emotional competence in all students, and we use the Pyramid Model as our roadmap. This research-based approach supports children’s mental health by:
- Building Nurturing Relationships: Creating a caring community for children and families.
- Creating High-Quality Environments: Using predictable schedules and visual tools to help children feel safe and successful.
- Targeted Teaching: Helping children develop essential skills in friendship, emotional literacy, and self-regulation.
- Individualized Support: Providing data-driven interventions and behavior plans developed in partnership with families.
What is a "Model Classroom"?
A Model Classroom is an environment that consistently implements these practices at a high level of fidelity. It’s the "gold standard" of early childhood education!
🍎 A Hub for Iowa Educators
The intent of Model Classrooms is to celebrate excellence and offer other practitioners an opportunity to see the Pyramid Model in action! We are honored to welcome educators from across the state to observe our team and take these "best practices" back to their own communities.
Join us in celebrating the hard work, heart, and dedication of our Longfellow Preschool Staff! 👏✨
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