Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

Milwaukee Public Schools uses PBIS to promote positive student behavior. After years of use, districts across the country, MPS included, are reporting increases in student achievement, more positive school environments, and fewer classroom disruptions and disciplinary referrals.

PBIS uses a three-tiered approach. Tier one teaches expectations to all students and promotes collaboration and consistency in the classroom: Teachers and students co-design agreements and routines that align with school expectations. Tiers two and three provide structure, interventions, and follow up for students who need more support.

Wisconsin Bike Fed

Through the Bike Fed’s direct instruction, over 25,000 MPS scholars have participated in Walking Wisdom or Bicycle Driver’s Ed curricula since 2005. Pratt third graders receive a helmet when they complete the Bike Fed’s bicycle safety program.