"It seems as if the students relate
much better, which in turn allows
for more time to discuss the actual
target behavior."
- Wisconsin Educator
Research Papers
The following research papers are available for your review to gain more insight into the research basis of the Leaps approach.
Research Papers
Study: The Effect of Skills Training on Classroom Measurements of Learning and Compliance
Author: Jay Burcham, MS. President – Leaps
Involved: Leaps Principal Owners Lamar Consolidated School District
Participants: Students Aged 10 – 17
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Study: Leaps Impact on Behavioral Incidents, Attendance, and Grades: A Pre and Post Participation Measurement
Authors: Jay Burcham, MS. President – Leaps Mona Chavers. Escambia County School, Florida Involved: Leaps Group Principal Owners The School District of Escambia County
Participants: Middle and High School students
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Study: Leaps and PBIS - Systemic Changes in Behavioral Focus
Author: Jay Burcham, MS. President – Leaps
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