Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports

PBIS

"Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS) is a school-wide systematic approach using evidence-based practices and data-driven decision-making to improve school climate and culture:  to achieve improved academic and social outcomes; and to increase learning for all students.  It encompasses a wide range of systematic and individualized positive strategies to reinforce desired behaviors, diminish reoccurrences of challenging behaviors and teach appropriate behaviors to students." -State Support Team 11

Components of the PBIS Schoolwide Plan:

1.  Mission Statement

2.  Statement of Beliefs

3.  Building Expectations

4.  Encouragement Procedures

5.  Corrective Procedures

6.  Common Area Procedures

7.  Implementation Plan

 

We are committed to keeping Worthington Kilbourne High School a place where all students, staff and community can work and learn in a safe environment that is conducive to learning.  This plan will allow us to continue to enhance our schools culture and climate at Worthington Kilbourne High School.  Thanks to the leadership of Assistant Principal, Mr. Ken Nally and our PBIS Team (Angie Adrean, Rob Brown, Ed Chism, Cindy Fushimi, Kevin Johnson, Ralph King, Carol Miller, Ariel Schwartz, Vanessa Scott, Tom Souder, Jeff Todd and Sophia Whitehouse), we are ready to begin full implementation this Fall. 

 

Because we have an expectation that all students and staff are a "Part of the Pack," the acronym P.A.C.K. will provide us with clear and consistent targets.

 

P - Practice Respect

A - Act Responsibly

C - Commit To Be Involved

K - Keep it "Klassy"

 

 

 





Our WKHS Activity Club Cares About Kids!

Worthington Kilbourne High School is fortunate to have the support of a committed group of  30 plus Mom's.  These Mom's volunteer their time to "Make a Difference" in the lives of our entire Kilbourne Community, including students and staff.  Just this past year, they initiated a Community Cares Program called The BackPack Program to help feed our WKHS students who do not have enough food over the weekends.  Typically, these students qualify for free and reduced lunches, which is approximately 20% of our population.  These ladies work each week to put together bags of non-perishable foods that our students can take home in their backpacks for the weekend.  Our school counselors worked closely in this process as to be sure all names were kept confidential. 

 

The Worthington Activity Club set aside $1,500.00 to pay for this program.  However, because of the Kroger Community Rewards Program, a local book club fundraising program, individual and corporate gifts, they were able to donate over $3,500.00 to this new initiative for kids.  The generous contributions of all stakeholders is greatly appreciated. 

 "It takes a village..." and we definitely have a village at WKHS. 

Thanks for all that you do for our Kilbourne Community!

 

If you are interested in supporting our Worthington Activity Club, you can do so by enrolling in the Kroger Community Rewards program with your Kroger Plus card at

 

krogercommunityrewards.com

 

 

 



"Stronger Together"

Worthington Kilbourne High School Office Staff (minus five)!

As the school year came to a close on Monday, June 2nd, our Office Staff decided it was time for a gathering away from school.  These times spent together talking, laughing and sharing stories is vital to the success of any organization.  Relationships are the foundation of our success, but building this trust and respect amongst one another does not just happen without a concerted effort from all of us.  We are "Stronger Together" because of the commitment we have to one another.  Thanks to all of you for your dedication to Worthington Kilbourne High School and each other.  I am honored and grateful to be a part of the Kilbourne PACK!

I wish you a restful, relaxing and rejuvenating Summer!  Please take some time to "Rest Your Mind!"

"Dream Big!"
Angie

Why Read?

Why is READING important?

“It’s summertime Ms. Adrean, why should we read?”

“Why read? Well, let me tell you why you should read” replied Ms. Adrean 

Reading is a fundamental skill!  In order to function in today’s society, you must be able to expand your mind and develop your imagination…reading will help you do this. The more you read the more educated you become.  It is how you learn and discover new things.  It also helps to develop your creative side, even if you don’t think you have that side. Reading is fundamental in developing a positive self-image and strong communication skills.  It forces you to use your brain and believe it or not, it is enjoyable. 

 

I encourage you to make the time this summer to read!

Below is a “Bookshelf” your teachers have created for you just in case you struggle with choosing a book.  Can you guess which teacher suggested which book?

“How to Win friends and Influence People” –Dale Carnegie

“The Greek Way” –Edith Hamilton

“The Fault in Our Stars” –John Green

“Everyday” –David Levithan

“Ancient Rome” –Robert Payne

“My Sister’s Keeper” –Jodi Picoult

The Divergent Series

“Divergent, Insergent & Allegiant” -Veronica Roth

“Lone Survivor” –Marcus Luttrell

“Looking for Alaska” –John Green

“Code Name Verity” –Elizabeth Wein

“Cinder” –Marissa Meyer

“This is What Happy Looks Like” –Jennifer Smith

“11/22/63” –Stephen King

“The Glass Castle” -Jeannette Walls

"Sense and Sensibility" -Jane Austen

"Eleanor and Park" -Rainbow Rowell

"The Circle" -Dave Eggers

"The more you read, the more things you will know.  The more that you learn, the more places you'll go."  

-Dr. Seuss, "I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!"

Alumni Extravaganza

Happy New Year from Worthington Kilbourne High School!

 

As most leaders do, I too set goals for myself and for our school at the start of the 2013-14 school year.  I put these goals in writing in our August Newsletter that goes out to our entire school community.  Putting goals in writing helps me be more accountable, but I must admit, I was skeptical about reaching my goal of hosting an "Alumni Extravaganza" for our school community. 

"Where would I begin?  How would I organize such an event?  Would I have the time?  Are students and staff really interested in such an event?  ...and so on"

I should have known that our students would come through and help me make this happen.  After reading my August Newsletter, our IB Business teacher, Mrs. Kucharek, shared my letter with her class as she thought it was important to help them understand my goals.  They shared a strong interest in the "Alumni Extravaganza" vision and asked Mrs. Kucharek when it was going to happen.  Mrs. Kucharek and I spoke and I shared with her that I did not think I would have time to accomplish such a task.  It was almost as if she was happy to hear these words and immediately said with much excitement, "Can we help you?"  I was thrilled and thus I began a partnership with Mrs. Kucharek and her IB Business students. 

In early October, I shared my "dream vision" with our IB Business class.  I was their client and they treated me as such.  They listened to my ideas and asked me back to their classroom several times until we agreed on a plan.  I continued to work with them, but I must admit, they took this plan over and I am thankful they did.  I am so proud to say that this event was better than my original plan because the students were in charge.  They took over and "owned" this project under the direction of their teacher.  It is amazing what happens when we give the ownership to our students!

 

The big day took place on the day we returned from Winter Break, Thursday, January 2, 2014.  We had approximately 40 Kilbourne graduates return and speak with current students in small group settings in our library.  Student questions included; “How has Kilbourne prepared you for the future?, What suggestions would you give to our current students about class selection?,  Should I take more IB, Honors and/or AP classes to help prepare for college?,  What is dorm- life like?,  How did you choose your college?  How much do college admissions look at your GPA?  ACT/SAT scores?,  Do college admissions really Google me to learn more about me as a person?,  How did you meet new friends in college?,  Did you have a job while in high school/college?,  How did you make new friends in college?,  When did you decide on a major?,  What if I do not like my college professor?,  Will my professor know me and how do I get academic assistance if I need it?,  How do you balance college athletics and your studies?,  How important is note-taking? Etc...”  The questions continued to grow as the conversations grew.  It was so exciting to watch our current students learn from our Alumni.  Although they only had a class period, I truly believe our students took away very valuable information that they will be able to use as they begin to research their post-secondary future. 

 

A big “Shout-Out” to our Kilbourne Alumni, IB Business Class and Mrs. Kucharek for continuing to make great things happen!

I will be GRATEFUL for this day....

        

I will be GRATEFUL for this day...

        Gratitude according to Wikipedia states;  “Gratitude, thankfulness, gratefulness, or appreciation is a feeling or attitude in acknowledgment of a benefit that one has received or will receive.”

While agreeing with Wikipedia’s definition, my question is, “How often to we pause, think and remember why we are grateful?” I challenge each of you to schedule a time in your day to reflect on the things, the events or the people you appreciate.  Better yet, if it is a person, let them know how thankful you are for their role in your life. 

                                                               

            I like to reflect with my morning cup (or two) of coffee.  Just this morning, after grumbling about doing “school work” on a Sunday morning, I had to pause, reflect and be thankful for the mere fact that I have “school work” to do.  I have a job and not just a job, a job that allows me to work with others who place kids first on their list of priorities.  How can I grumble about such a thing?  I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of Worthington Kilbourne High School for 2 and almost ½ years now and I could not be happier.  I have the love and support from my family and friends.  Speaking of my family, I get to see them very soon as we approach the holidays.  What more do you need in life?  During this holiday season, please take the time to pause, think and remember for what and for who you are grateful.  Slow down and take the time to let them know how you feel and the difference they make in your life.  Thanks to our students, our parents and relatives, our teachers, our administrators, our counselors, our classified staff, our district administrators, our board of education, our business partnerships and our Worthington community for your support, your guidance and your care for making our school system a great place to learn and grow.

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don’t know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.
They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you’re tired and weary,
because it means you’ve made a difference.

It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.

Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.

~Author Unknown

Leadership Worthington

     Worthington Kilbourne High School Administrators had the opportunity to meet with and share the highlights of our high school with members of Leadership Worthington www.leadershipworthington.org on Thursday, October 31st, 2013. This meeting was scheduled to last just 2 hours but our conversations were so rich that we could have collaborated all afternoon.   

     Just in case you are not already aware, Leadership Worthington was established in 1989 and is a nonprofit organization with programs offered to those who live or work in the Worthington School District.  The program goal is to enhance the understanding of leadership qualities for individual or group leadership which will ultimately enhance our Worthington community.  WKHS would like to give a “Shout-Out” to our Worthington leaders for their time and commitment to our school.  Below is a link to the Worthington Kilbourne presentation we shared with our Leadership Worthington partners.

http://prezi.com/5fhtjh05sr7t/worthington-kilbourne-high-school/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy