About

The Behavior Intervention Team (BIT) is a support mechanism and safety net for students experiencing difficulties. The goal is to seek solutions that will support the student and, hopefully, prevent the necessity of disciplinary action. Anyone can make a referral to the BIT if they notice a student who needs support or assistance. Referrals to BIT can be made via email or phone call to any member of the team.

Team Members: Crystal Morse, Matt McCann, Bernadette Johnson (Del Norte), Josh Stanley, Andrew Nichols, Cedric Aaron, Bob Brown, Jason Maki, and Stephanie Freyermuth

For more serious situations that need an immediate response, please call Public Safety at x4111.

BEHAVIORS THAT MAY INDICATE A REFERRAL

Student is:

• Emotional or cries in class
• Appears depressed or despondent.
• Says he has no money for food, bus, etc.
• Seems to be ill frequently, or her appearance suggests a rapid change in health; attendance drops.
• Displays passive-aggressive behavior.
• Disrupts the interpersonal interactions with other students.
• May write papers or give speeches about topics that concern you.
• Uses words or makes references that suggest he/she/they is "in trouble."

HOW TO MAKE A BIT REFERRAL

Anyone who has a concern about a student can make a referral to BIT.  Referrals can be made via email or phone call to any member of the team. Be prepared to answer the following questions:

• What have you observed that has you concerned?
• What would you like to see happen to resolve the issues?
• What are some things that you see that might be strengths in this student?
• Who else do you know who might be working with this student?

 

Contact Information

Phone: Stephanie Freyermuth 707-476-4146

Email: bit@redwoods.edu