Enhancing Student Behavior and Community Ties: Weatherly Schools Introduce Police Cruiser Rides as PBIS Rewards

The WASD school-wide Positive Behavior Support/Intervention Program (PBIS) aims to promote good behavior among students by encouraging smart decision-making. The program includes a behavior matrix and rewards students with 'Wrecker Tokens' for compliance. These tokens can be redeemed for various rewards at the school store.

Recently, the program introduced a new reward option: a ride in a Weatherly Police Department (WPD) cruiser. This reward allows students to ride with a police officer and learn about the police car. The addition has been well-received by the students, increasing their interest in the PBIS program.

The Weatherly Police Department appreciates the opportunity to be involved in the school's daily activities. The presence of police officers at the school has been positively viewed by both students and staff, enhancing interactions between them.

Officers like Harris and Palermo have enjoyed engaging with the students, often called 'Little Wreckers.' They have shared insights into police equipment, adding to the educational aspect of the program.

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