Special Education

Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA)

Functional behavioral assessments (FBA) are a multi-step process that includes collecting data from multiple sources used to help clearly define and understand any behavior that interferes with a student’s learning or the learning of others. The goal of an FBA is to identify the function and underlying root cause of the behavior in order to develop a plan for adults to better support the student’s academic and functional needs. Decades of research have established that FBAs are an evidence-based, high-leverage practice that can improve student outcomes in educational settings. The use of FBAs is included in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as a required process to address specific circumstances related to disciplinary change of placement. The following resources are geared toward students with IEPs but may be applicable for all students.

FBA Resources

FBA Reporting and Consent Templates​​​​​​​

FBA Professional Learning Opportunities

Additional Resources

 

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