GOAL Digital Academy is proud to celebrate the success of its Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program during the first half of the 2024-2025 school year. This initiative reflects GOAL’s commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students, staff, and families.
PBIS is a proactive approach to improving student behavior, enhancing academic performance, and creating a school culture that celebrates achievement and respect. At GOAL Digital Academy, the program has been tailored to meet the unique needs of its online students, focusing on recognizing positive actions and building meaningful connections with the community by extending engagement opportunities both digitally and in person.
Key Highlights of the First Semester PBIS Programming:
Celebrating Student Achievements and Community Engagement:
The PBIS program has recognized numerous student milestones and fostered a strong sense of community by involving staff and families in school activities. Key achievements and initiatives include:
Over 300 students earned a place on the honor roll during the first semester.
64 students were recognized as Student of the Month.
Attendance Awareness Month: Focus on Improving Attendance.
Attendance Spirit Week: Focus on Improving Student Participation & Engagement.
Lab Events: Local in-person activities for students and families.
Engaging Student Activities
To foster positive behavior and student engagement, the PBIS team has organized various GOAL Goes Live events across all seven GOAL Labs during the first half of the year, including:
Meet Your Teacher Event: Students meet teachers live, on Zoom.
Partnership with Turning Point, Delaware: Healthy Teen Relationships
Mindfulness and Kindness with Jenna Streib
Compassion for Animal Friends: Richland County Dog Shelter
Live with NAMI, Richland County: Suicide Prevention
Mansfield City History Tour: Live walk around with Teacher, Alden Coffman
Library Tour with staff, Jenna Streib and Samantha Ball
Santa Story Time
Westmeister Farm, Richland County: Tour with EKK Science
Operation Gratitude: Letters for Veterans with Social Studies Teachers
Staff Impact, Professional Development, and Recognition
The PBIS program has significantly contributed to school culture and staff development while celebrating the dedication of its team members. Key initiatives include:
“Burning Questions” Competition to bolster relationships between staff and students.
Partnership with WorkWell to support staff growth.
Recognition of staff contributions through the "Recognizing Greatness Awards”.
GOAL Digital Academy’s dedication to implementing PBIS reflects its mission to support every student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.
“The PBIS program has brought a sense of unity and positivity to our school community,” said Stephanie Bowers, Director of Special Education. “We are thrilled with the progress we’ve seen so far and look forward to building on this success in the months ahead.”
As the school year progresses, GOAL Digital Academy remains committed to expanding its PBIS initiatives and providing students with the resources and support they need to thrive. GOAL encourages families and community members to get involved and join in the fun across the 13 counties served in their district.
For more information about GOAL Digital Academy’s PBIS programming, please contact Stephanie Bowers, Director of Special Education at sbowers@mygda.org.
About GOAL Digital Academy: GOAL Digital Academy is a free, public, online school dedicated to personalized education and empowering students to achieve their full potential. By offering innovative programs and individualized support, GOAL strives to meet the diverse needs of its students.