Where educators become equipped to prevent behavioral challenges before they arise.
What We Do
At Behavior in Schools, we provide educators and administrators with tools to create effective environments that support the behavioral, social and emotional growth and development of ALL students. We specialize in helping schools meet state requirements for Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) within a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS).
How: Our services include individually designed professional learning opportunities, coaching and implementation supports. The content is designed to equip educators with practical, research-based strategies that drive real, measurable improvements.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower K-12 educators with the tools and resources they need to establish positive and proactive learning environments.
Our Philosophy
Behavior can be taught!
Instruction to support the development of behavioral, social and emotional competencies is equally important to academic instruction.
Prevention and teaching are more effective than consequences.
Positive climate supports staff effectiveness as well as student outcomes.
Meet Our Founder
Thomas J. Stacho, Ed.S., serves as Director of Staff Development and Training at Behavior in Schools, bringing over 20 years of experience in education to the role. Tom’s career spans a variety of educational roles, including work as a special education teacher, school psychologist, and regional PBIS consultant. His experience in urban, rural, and suburban schools has equipped him with deep insight into the unique challenges educators face in managing behavior and meeting state mandates.
Tom has extensive experience helping schools implement Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) within the broader framework of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). His focus is on guiding schools to meet critical state compliance requirements for behavior management and intervention programs. By providing tailored support and consultation, Tom helps schools not only meet these compliance needs but also build a positive, collaborative school culture where behavior issues are minimized, and learning is maximized.
Thinking Beyond Just Compliance
Many states require that schools implement a MTSS/PBIS framework as part of their climate goal for continuous improvement. Non-compliance can lead to negative evaluations, funding loss, and missed opportunities for improving school culture. But meeting MTSS/PBIS compliance requirements doesn’t just check a box—it creates a proactive, preventative system for addressing behavior concerns before they escalate. This framework empowers teachers, reduces the need for reactive discipline, and ensures that all students have the opportunity to succeed in a positive learning environment.
Ready to transform your schools for the better?
At Behavior in Schools, our goal is to create environments where students and educators thrive. But getting there won’t happen by addressing behavioral issues as they arise. Instead, it’s about creating systems that prevent disruptive behavior from occurring in the first place.
Our comprehensive professional learning and support opportunities support schools in fostering a positive, proactive learning environment.
Years of experience
satisfied districts
We equip educators with research-based behavior management strategies so everyone succeeds.