PSC Implementation

PSC implementation is an ongoing process which usually requires a commitment of 3 – 5 years. The implementation involves undergoing through the phases of Preparation, Initiation, Implementation and Maintenance. The following chart illustrates phases of PSC implementation process.

Phase I: Preparation - Year 1 (1st & 2nd Quarter)

  • Establish Commitment
  • Establish and Maintain a Team
  • Self-Assessment and Planning
  • Establish School-Wide and Expectations

Phase II: Initiation - Year 1 (3rd & 4th Quarter)

  •  Establish On-going Going System for Rewarding Behavioral Expectations
  •  Establish a System for Responding to Behavioral Violations
  •  Establish Information System for Collecting Student Data
  • Establish Criteria for Tier 2 & 3 Supports
  • Self-Assessment and Action Planning
  • Establish 3-5 School-Wide Expectations

Phase III: Implementation - Year 2-3

  • Data Review and Strengthen Phase I & II Steps Through Data Review
  • Establish Targeted and Intensive Intervention Strategies
  • Establish Targeted and Intensive Intervention Supports
  • Collect Data on Tier 2 & 3 Interventions
  • Evaluate Tier 2 & 3 Interventions
  • Self-Assessment and Action Planning

Phase IV: Maintenance - Years 4-5

  • Data Review and Strengthen Phases I - III Steps
  • Establish Links of Rewarding Behavior Expectations with Community
  • Parent Involvement
  • Self-Assessment and Action Planning
  • On-going Consultation

The steps and materials provided below should guide school building teams through the implementation process.

 Full PSC Implementation Manual [ PDF ]

Dayton Public Schools provides a high-quality education in a safe environment that prepares our students for success in school, work and life by providing a highly effective trained staff working each day with community resources.