7 Essential Components of Tier 1 or Universal Level  SW-PBIS & Classroom

Tier 1 or Universal SW-PBS is comprised of Seven Essential Components which are individually and collectively research based. The Seven Essential Components are applicable to classroom as well as non-classroom settings throughout all school buildings. Embedded within the Seven Essential Components are culturally responsive practices and family and community involvement. Each of the 7 Essential Components have an individual page linked below that provides underpinnings for the component and resources.

It is important to note that for schools that have developed fluency with Tier 1 SW-PBS that might be working on Tier 2 or Tier 3 interventions or supports, there is a need to develop a durable system to sustain the work at Tier 1. Without the Universal foundation of Tier 1 the success of interventions and supports at Tiers 2 or 3 is doubtful.

For more information regarding the components of each essential feature, feel free to view the document created by Dr. Mary Richter–State Director of Schoolwide-PBIS.

The following 9 Essential Features are those implemented within Columbia Public Schools: