Excelsior Springs Middle School

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a process for creating safer and more effective schools by structuring the learning environment to support the academic and social success of all students. The process supports the adoption and long-term implementation of efficient and effective discipline throughout the school environment. PBIS methods are research-based and proven to significantly reduce the occurrence of problem behaviors in schools. Excelsior Springs Middle School has been implementing PBIS since the 2008-09 school year and has received the following recognitions from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for Effective School-wide PBS Practices: Gold Award (2015, 2014, 2013), Silver Award (2012, 2011), and Bronze Award (2010).