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Crisis Prevention Institute Case Study

West Ottawa Public Schools – Michigan

Introduction

This case study of West Ottawa Public Schools is based on a May 2016 survey of Crisis Prevention Institute customers by TechValidate, a 3rd-party research service.

“Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training assists individuals with preventative approaches to de-escalate crisis situations.”

“CPI improved staff de-escalation skills, improved overall safety, and has become ingrained in our training.”

“Using CPI training has led to improved student outcomes, because of an increase in direct instruction time. (For instance, test scores, student grades, graduation rates, etc.)”

“After receiving CPI training, our staff is better equipped to handle crisis situations, and students are managed with dignity and respect.”

Challenges

  • Sought Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training to:
    • Meet regulatory compliance
    • Improve organizational culture
    • Improve staff confidence in working with challenging student behaviors
    • Improve staff skills in managing behaviors

Environment

  • Categorizes their school as:
    • A suburban school
    • A public school
    • A special education school
    • A general education school

Results

  • Reduced challenging/disruptive behaviors by over 50% since implementing CPI de-escalation techniques.
  • Decreased the use of physical restraint and seclusion by 50—74% since implementing CPI training.
  • Agrees that the enhanced content has helped them, their staff, and their school.
  • Achieved return on investment with CPI by:
    • Meeting regulatory compliance
    • Reducing liability
    • Improving staff skills and confidence




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