Pyramid Model Institutes
A Pyramid Model Institute is a structured training and professional learning opportunity designed to help early childhood professionals understand and implement the Pyramid Model framework. Offered through organizations such as the National Center for Pyramid Model Innovations and the Wisconsin Pyramid Model initiative, these institutes provide education, coaching, and practical strategies that support the social and emotional development of young children. Participants learn how to build nurturing relationships, create supportive learning environments, and use targeted or individualized practices when children need additional support. The goal of a Pyramid Model Institute is to build the knowledge and skills of educators, leaders, and teams so they can effectively apply the Pyramid Model in early childhood programs and improve outcomes for children and families.
Date and Topic
Resources
Recording
April 30, 2025
Pyramid Implementation Data System (PIDS) Spring Clean Up
March 18th, 2025
Data Institute: Using the Staff Survey to Plan for Supporting Staff
Link to the slide deck from the Using the Staff Survey data institute
Link to Pyramid Model/ Early Childhood Benchmarks of Quality
Look, Think, Act sheets for staff reflection (below)
February 18, 2025
Data Institute: Using Behavior Incident Report Data for Program Wide Planning
January 30, 2025
Data Institute: Engaging with Family Survey Data
Link to the slide deck from this Family Survey Data institute
Link to Mentimeter: ideas for family survey linkages shared by small groups
Are you are a Wisconsin Pyramid Model program wide site and need the link to your family survey? Connect with your Regional Lead to get things set.
August 28, 2024
Setting up your PIDS program for the new year- Fall Set up
Offer your input on the PIDS use survey
Q&A topics PM Team will explore:
setting BIR counts to 0 each “year”
Inactivating a classroom that no longer exist
Adding name of person completing a BIR