SEL focuses on developing students' ability to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve goals, show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. It provides a foundation for healthy emotional development and responsible behavior in school settings.
Restorative practices in schools aim to repair harm and build community through dialogue, reflection, and understanding. This approach emphasizes accountability, empathy, and the restoration of relationships rather than punitive discipline.
MTSS, when applied to behavior management, helps educators create a structured environment where students receive appropriate interventions and guidance. The emphasis in MTSS is on using data to create systems and supports that prevent negative behaviors from occurring rather than reacting to misbehaviors after they happen.
PBIS is a proactive approach to school discipline that emphasizes teaching and reinforcing positive behavior. PBIS focuses on establishing clear expectations for behavior, rewarding positive actions, and using data to support students' needs.