In this article, a process for creating positive behavior support plans for individual students who have difficult behaviors is described. Challenges facing rural educators are presented along with information on the essential elements of behavior support plans. A case illustrates the process used to create a positive behavior support plan for an elementary student with challenging behaviors. Supports for creating and supporting active problem solving teams in rural schools also are describe.
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