Understanding Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans

What Is a Functional Behavioral Assessment for My Child?

When behavior is the main issue, schools often jump straight to consequences instead of asking, “What is this behavior trying to tell us?” A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) looks at the why behind the behavior—triggers, patterns, and what the student is communicating. A real Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) should then lay out specific strategies and supports, who will do what, and how progress will be tracked… not just “student will make better choices” or “teacher will redirect.” At the m