Session Details

The regional social work meeting will focus on the use of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) within an Integrated MTSS framework to better understand and support student behavior. Participants will explore how FBAs can be used to identify the function of behavior, inform intervention planning, and strengthen collaborative problem-solving across school teams. This meeting aims to build participant understanding of behavior as communication while supporting data-informed, proactive approaches to student support.

This month’s session includes a presentation on Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) by Erin Demcher.

Format:

Interactive workshop with scenarios, reflection, and resource sharing

Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2027

Time: 12pm – 3pm

Location: CSIU Main Building – Susquehanna B

Act 48: Yes, 2 hrs

Social Work CEU’s: Yes, 2 hrs

Lunch: N/A

School social workers

• Describe the purpose and key components of a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA).
• Identify strategies for collecting and analyzing behavioral data to determine the function of student behavior.
• Explain how FBA findings can inform individualized interventions and behavior support planning.
• Strengthen collaborative problem-solving practices related to behavioral supports within an Integrated MTSS framework.