The Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) is an approach/tool to use to help figure out why a student behaves in a certain way that is impacting their success in school (or coming to school). The tool is completed by a team of people which can include teachers, administrators, related service providers, and the student and their family. The FBA is used to define the behavior, gather and analyze information and determine the reason behind the observed behaviors. With these pieces a Behavior Intervention Plan can be built.
Generally an FBA is used as part of a school evaluation for special education, for students with a 504 plan or IEP who are exhibiting new behavioral concerns or when a student is disciplined or removed from school for serious behavior issues.
Generally an FBA is used as part of a school evaluation for special education, for students with a 504 plan or IEP who are exhibiting new behavioral concerns or when a student is disciplined or removed from school for serious behavior issues.