PBIS Training in Arizona: What Works and What Doesn’t

When schools in Arizona search for PBIS professional development, they’re often looking for more than just a workshop. They want something that sticks. Something that helps their team support students, reduce disruptions, and build a positive climate—without adding busywork or stress. At TGS Educational Consulting, PBIS training in Arizona is built for exactly that.

-by Dr. Tim Grivois, Executive Director

Whether you’re in Tucson, Phoenix, Yuma, or anywhere in between, we bring practical, school-specific PBIS professional development to your staff. Our training isn’t about handing out cookie-cutter systems. It’s about working alongside you to create behavior supports that reflect your students, your staff, and your school culture.

Why Arizona Schools Are Rethinking Traditional PBIS Training

Many Arizona educators have told us the same thing: “We’ve done PBIS. We have the posters. We have the data. But it doesn’t feel like it’s helping our kids the way it should.”

That’s because traditional PBIS training in Arizona often focus more on compliance than on meeting the needs of your people. Our approach flips that. We prioritize relationships, relevance, and real implementation. That means:

– Interactive, story-driven training that connects with teachers and staff

– Customizable PBIS frameworks that match your school’s identity

– Simple tools for Check-In/Check-Out, recognition systems, and Tier 2 supports

– Ongoing support, not just a one-time session

What PBIS Training in Arizona Looks Like with TGS Educational Consulting

Not sure where to start? Use this interactive planner to name your current PBIS challenge and explore what kind of PBIS professional development might work best at your school.

When Arizona schools partner with us, here’s what they get:

– Tier 1 Reset Sessions that help your team revisit your expectations, matrix, and reinforcement strategies

– Tier 2 Training on interventions like CICO, social skills groups, and structured breaks

– Staff Wellness Workshops that address burnout and secondary trauma—because educators can’t support students if no one’s supporting them

– Branded artifacts like voice level charts, recognition tickets, and visual schedules that make your PBIS visible and meaningful

And we make it easy. Whether it’s in-person training in Southern Arizona or virtual workshops for districts across the state, we adapt to your schedule and needs. (Also, we travel nationwide, so if you prefer on-site live sessions, we can absolutely serve you and your team.)

Is Your School Ready for PBIS That Feels Like You?

If you’re looking for PBIS training in Arizona that helps—not overwhelms—your staff, we’d love to talk. Our approach is about making behavior support feel doable, sustainable, and aligned with what your educators already do well.

You can also find free resources at our Helpful PBIS Resources for Schools and Teams page.

Let’s build something that works for your school.

Email me and I’ll send you a sample video training session, slides, and handouts that you can use right now with your team.