2026-27 Pyramid Model Practices

The Pyramid Model for Promoting Social and Emotional Competence is a multi-tiered system of support for young children. It can support any early childhood education curriculum and, when implemented with fidelity, improves social-emotional outcomes for all children. This series provides information and instructional strategies for implementing all levels of the Pyramid Model for preschool classrooms. This includes the intentional teaching of social-emotional competencies, embedded instruction, and individualized support planning, as well as the necessary coaching support to bring these practices to fidelity in the preschool classroom. Learner Outcomes: By the end of these sessions, participants will: 1. Explore the foundational principles of EC PBIS and the Pyramid Model 2. Understand the role of the Classroom Coach in the implementation of Pyramid Model Practices 3. Identify practices to develop nurturing relationships, establish high-quality environments, and teach social-emotional skills 4. Identify strategies to individualize instruction for children who need additional support.

Sessions

Name Instructor(s) Location Cost Registrations Days Start Options
Pyramid Model Session 3 - 10.09.26 Szilagyi, Elise & Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 44 / 60 1 10/9/2026 Register
Pyramid Model Session 3 - 10.16.26 Foster, Lisa & Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - 302 Free 22 / 30 1 10/16/2026 Register
Pyramid Model Session 1 - 11.20.26 Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 12 / 60 1 11/20/2026 Register
Pyramid Model Session 2 - 11.20.26 Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 17 / 60 1 11/20/2026 Register
Pyramid Model Session 4 - 02.05.27 Tibbals, Bri & Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 34 / 60 1 2/5/2027 Register
Pyramid Model Session 4 - 02.12.27 Tibbals, Bri & Emmons, Shera IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 15 / 60 1 2/12/2027 Register
Pyramid Model Session 5 - AM Horn, Danijela IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 36 / 60 1 4/16/2027 Register
Pyramid Model Session 5 - PM Horn, Danijela IISD - Thorburn Education Center - A/B/C Free 10 / 60 1 4/16/2027 Register