
What is PBIS?
PBIS Stands for Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports. PBIS is a schoolwide system that uses proactive approaches to improve behavior and the overall school climate. PDS reinforces positive behaviors while providing additional support to those who may need it. We like to recognize and strengthen our students; we love to include our teachers in the reinforcements!
Expectation Matrix
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Cafeteria |
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AZ PBIS Level 1 Award for PDS!

PDS cares about providing a positive and safe learning environment for our students and community. The 2023-2024 AZPBIS Awards recognize schools for successful implementation and outcomes with school-wide systems of Positive Behavior Interventions. PDS is a proud AZPBIS Level 1 Award recipient! This award recognizes the dedication of school staff and our community to uphold our school expectations every day: Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible
Discipline Procedure Flow Chart

Reinforcement Matrix
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Intermediate Monthly |
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Long Term Semester |
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Lesson Plans
Lesson plans have been developed and provided to teachers at PDS. The lesson plans ensure we are providing a consistent message to our students on being safe, respectful, and responsible!
Reflection Sheets
Students will fill out a reflection sheet when a teacher has provided redirection to a student and the undesirable behavior continues. Depending on the age, some will complete this independently, and then a staff member will help review it.
Dust Devil Depot
The Dust Devil Depot is where the students can visit to redeem their points.
Students shop online before arriving at the depot and completing the provided order form. This ensures students work towards their goals and creates an overall smooth process while in the depot.
