Hundreds learn about SBT in schools
The BAESIG back-to-school CEU event on September 26 featured Clair Egan from FTF Consulting, giving school practitioners an overview of the Practical Functional Assessment and Skill-Based Treatment for problem behavior. Dr. Egan connected both the why and the how of supporting students with behavior needs in schools.
If you missed it, you can watch the recording on BehaviorLive.
New laws going into effect this school year
Prone restraint prohibition (SB 483)
The new law SB 483 amends education code to include a prohibition on prone restraint — including prone containment — for all students, including those with disabilities. Education code already prohibits specific types of seclusion and restraint.
Read more on the CalMatters website.
CalOSHA workplace violence prevention
Starting July 1 of this year, CalOSHA requires all workplaces — including schools — to:
- Track all workplace violence incidents
- Use that data to create a violence prevention plan
- Train employees on violence prevention
For more, see the CalOSHA guide.
Join the BAESIG board
There will be several openings on the board in the next few months. If you're interested in playing a larger role in shaping ABA in schools in California, please fill out the Interest Form and a board member will reach out with more information.
Open board positions:
| Role | When |
|---|---|
| Membership and Recruitment | Currently open |
| Treasurer | Currently open |
| President | December 2024 |
| Resource Chair | December 2024 |
Upcoming events
- Member Event — December 17, 12–1 pm
- CalABA Meetup — February 28 (tentative)
- CEU Event — May 2025 (date TBD)
Source
Adapted from BAESIG Blast — November 2024 — the original newsletter PDF in our Drive archive.