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PBIS, MTSS, Character Education, or Mental Health? Why the Right Program Fits Them All

How a strengths-based character education program fits PBIS, MTSS, and school mental health frameworks.

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  • “The Positivity Project has been an absolute game-changer in terms of helping build a culture not just for students but really for the professionals in the building, to give them an opportunity to work with one another, build relationships, talk to each other, to get to know each other in an authentic way. That's changed my school. It changed the middle school and lifted it into a place where we used P2 not just as a program, but really the lens through which we saw all of the work that we did in our school building.”
    Joe McDonough
    Superintendent at Canton Central School District
  • “Our discipline and behavior referrals have declined significantly over the past three years. Words Matter and OPM have shifted Oraze's culture toward kindness.”
    Sara McAovy
    Principal at Oraze Elementary, Clovis Unified School District

  • It is incredible that the reps from P2 meet with the implementers at the school level and not just me, the district rep. We have a district of 44 schools, so the personalized support is appreciated beyond words.

    Karen Hollar
    Director of Student Health and Wellness at Cabarrus County Schools
  • “I find Positivity Project a game-changer primarily because it shifts character education from a vague concept to a concrete, daily habit that can be seen and felt throughout my entire building.”
    Amy Duncan
    Learning Coach at Schickler Elementary, Lapeer Community Schools
  • “The Positivity Project is definitely something that I think every parent would want in their household. At the dinner table, in the morning on the way to school, just to repeat those things, to talk about them so it becomes a part of their life and their decision-making.”
    Irma Roach
    Parent at Clovis Unified School District
  • “I can honestly say I have never felt so good about a character education program in my teaching career. I can actually see this program working every day. Each week that we touch on new strengths, we are all reminded of our potential to be better human beings. We have truly seen a transformation in our program since we began using The Positivity Project.”
    Peggy Rasheed
    High School English Teacher at Loudoun Juvenile Detention School Program, Virginia State Operated Programs
  • “One of the most amazing things I've ever seen in my 25 years in education is what The Positivity Project did for our school and our students and our staff and our community. I can't say enough about the impact, the positive impact it has had for our educators and our students.”
    Erin Waer
    Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction, and Accountability at Clovis Unified School District
  • “It is as simple as turning on your computer, putting up that slide deck, and having a conversation with students.”
    Lisa Vuola
    Learning Director, Multilingual Services at Clovis Unified School District
  • “From day one, new people, they could not make this easier on you. If you want, you can literally read the script that day. It is so beautifully done for you. It's minimal work.”
    Julianne Riedle
    Teacher at Chicago Public Schools
  • “If you're looking for a meaningful way to build character, boost achievement, and create a school-wide sense of pride and ownership, I can say confidently: The Positivity Project works.”
    Mike Domagalski
    Principal at Palms Elementary School, Lake Shore Public Schools
  • “Without P2, our campus would likely be a place where adults settle conflicts, and behavior is handled through discipline alone. What we have instead is a campus where students lead.”
    Michelle Dodson
    Principal at Miramonte Elementary, Clovis Unified School District

  • P2 gives us an intentional resource and approach that ties together many district-wide initiatives, such as Safety, Restorative Practices, Core Behavior Supports, and Wellness Screeners. These initiatives are meant to create a positive culture and climate, and P2 gives us a resource to help bring all of that together.

    Karen Hollar
    Director of Student Health and Wellness at Cabarrus County Schools

Real results from real schools

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33% Increase in student belonging in one quarter Read the story

West Lake Middle School, North Carolina · One semester of P2 lessons moved the needle on the school climate survey question students answer most honestly: do I belong here?

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10% Improvement on state assessments Read the story

Palms Elementary, Michigan · After implementing P2 school-wide, Palms saw academic gains alongside the culture shift — the kind of correlation that gets a principal's attention.

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75% Drop in behavior write-ups Read the story

Lobbestael Elementary, Michigan · Fewer office referrals, fewer suspensions, more peer-led problem-solving — the predictable downstream effect of teaching character before problems happen.

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69% Decrease in chronic absenteeism over four years Read the story

Discovery Elementary, California · From 17.7% chronically absent in 2022–23 to 5.5% today — four consecutive years of decline. Principal Eva Martinez calls it the simplest measure of whether students want to be in the building.

━━━ Frequently asked questions

Common questions about The Positivity Project Resources

Do I need to be a Partner School to access the resources?

The full library of resources is only available to Partner Schools. We make several resources free to anyone, including the 24 Character Strengths Surveys, P2 for Families, and Book List. To unlock the full library, start a free pilot.

Start a free pilot
How often are new resources added?

We add new materials regularly throughout the school year. Partner Schools hear about new releases through our weekly emails and insights posts.

Can I share resources with colleagues outside my Partner School?

Your P2 license covers the educators and students at your partner school, so share freely with anyone in your building. For colleagues at other schools, point them to our free resources — P2 for Families, the Character Strength Surveys, and our Book List are open to everyone. If their school is considering P2, a free pilot is the best way to explore the full library.

Are the resources aligned to grade level?

Yes. Every character strength is taught in a dedicated week, and the daily 15-minute lessons are written separately for each grade level — a kindergarten lesson on perseverance looks nothing like a tenth-grade one. Content spans PreK through 12th grade, including high school career readiness materials.

 Is there a Spanish version?

Yes. All P2 resources — from daily lessons to Tier 3 Toolkits — are available in Spanish, with the exception of Project Based Learning Units, Mindful Moment, Career Readiness lessons, and Middle School and High School Electives.

Do I need to be a Partner School to access the resources?

The full library of resources is only available to Partner Schools. We make several resources free to anyone, including the 24 Character Strengths Surveys, P2 for Families, and Book List. To unlock the full library, start a free pilot.

Start a free pilot
How often are new resources added?

We add new materials regularly throughout the school year. Partner Schools hear about new releases through our weekly emails and insights posts.

Can I share resources with colleagues outside my Partner School?

Your P2 license covers the educators and students at your partner school, so share freely with anyone in your building. For colleagues at other schools, point them to our free resources — P2 for Families, the Character Strength Surveys, and our Book List are open to everyone. If their school is considering P2, a free pilot is the best way to explore the full library.

Are the resources aligned to grade level?

Yes. Every character strength is taught in a dedicated week, and the daily 15-minute lessons are written separately for each grade level — a kindergarten lesson on perseverance looks nothing like a tenth-grade one. Content spans PreK through 12th grade, including high school career readiness materials.

 Is there a Spanish version?

Yes. All P2 resources — from daily lessons to Tier 3 Toolkits — are available in Spanish, with the exception of Project Based Learning Units, Mindful Moment, Career Readiness lessons, and Middle School and High School Electives.

Do I need to be a Partner School to access the resources?

The full library of resources is only available to Partner Schools. We make several resources free to anyone, including the 24 Character Strengths Surveys, P2 for Families, and Book List. To unlock the full library, start a free pilot.

Start a free pilot
How often are new resources added?

We add new materials regularly throughout the school year. Partner Schools hear about new releases through our weekly emails and insights posts.

Can I share resources with colleagues outside my Partner School?

Your P2 license covers the educators and students at your partner school, so share freely with anyone in your building. For colleagues at other schools, point them to our free resources — P2 for Families, the Character Strength Surveys, and our Book List are open to everyone. If their school is considering P2, a free pilot is the best way to explore the full library.

Are the resources aligned to grade level?

Yes. Every character strength is taught in a dedicated week, and the daily 15-minute lessons are written separately for each grade level — a kindergarten lesson on perseverance looks nothing like a tenth-grade one. Content spans PreK through 12th grade, including high school career readiness materials.

 Is there a Spanish version?

Yes. All P2 resources — from daily lessons to Tier 3 Toolkits — are available in Spanish, with the exception of Project Based Learning Units, Mindful Moment, Career Readiness lessons, and Middle School and High School Electives.

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