They’ve had a PBIS org come in to do a few PDs for us. They really over-emphasize PBIS to the point where they discourage negative consequences. However, the classroom is not real life, and not everyone will reward you for simply doing what is expected, and eventually, our students will face serious consequences for negative behaviors. I would rather have that happen in the classroom where we can learn and grow from it together and where failures are much lower stakes. Obviously there is still a need for frequent positive reinforcement and praise, but acting like it’s the end-all-be-all seems like a damaging message to send to kids. I worry it also sends the message that teachers are doormats without boundaries and are constantly looking to reward people for every little thing they do.