Behavioral Intervention Plans
Current law, guidance, and resources for addressing the needs of students requiring behavioral support.Background
Assembly Bill 86 (AB 86), the Education Omnibus Trailer Bill, Chapter 48, Statutes of 2013, repealed regulations and added state statute that addressed positive behavioral intervention plans. According to the Senate floor analysis, the intent of these changes is to modify “the Behavioral Intervention Plan mandate to align it more closely with federal law and reduce unnecessary costs, while maintaining important protections for students with disabilities.”
In accordance with Assembly Bill 110, California’s 2013–2014 budget bill, the California Department of Education (CDE) is required to provide oversight of, and technical assistance and monitoring to, local educational agencies regarding changes to the requirements related to the identification and provision of behavioral intervention services included in AB 86.
Guidance from the California Department of Education
Syllabus of Guidance on Behavior-Related Issues (Updated 18-Jun-2014)
This Web page provides a syllabus of federal and state publications and Web sites providing guidance on behavior-related issues, particularly as they affect students who are eligible for special education and related services.
Frequently Asked Questions for Local Educational Agencies Behavioral Intervention Stakeholder Work Group (Posted 10-Jun-2014)
This Web page provides local educational agencies with responses to frequently asked questions regarding students' behavior issues.
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents and Guardians Behavioral Intervention Stakeholder Work Group (Posted 11-Jun-2014)
This Web page provides parents and guardians with responses to frequently asked questions regarding students' behavior issues.