All 22 Waukegan Community Unit School District # 60 schools were recently recognized by the Midwest PBIS Network for working toward implementing a framework that leads to improved student outcomes during the 2021-2022 school year.

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a program that serves as a way for schools to encourage positive behavior by providing students the opportunity to learn about behavior as they would other subjects. 

Waukegan schools are among more than 350 schools in Illinois recognized by Midwest PBIS, which annually recognizes schools for their implementation efforts. These schools, according to the Network, have received training in this framework, have adopted evidence-based practices, and have shown progress on implementation. 

Research shows that full implementation of this type of framework leads to improved student outcomes both with social-emotional competence and academics, while also building staff knowledge and skills so they can support all learners, use data to proactively identify and provide support for students, and create a culture that supports stronger relationships with students and their families.