tiered Instruction and Support
Tier 1 - Universal, Core Instruction
high-quality classroom instruction which all students receive
This tier ensures that students are not struggling due to poor instruction. This tier encompasses all resources available to all students and is constantly refined by what is working at Tier 2 and Tier 3. Generally, districts aim to see 80 to 90 percent of students responding to Tier 1 instruction.
Tier 2 - Targeted Instruction and Support
evidence-based support provided to students who are identified as struggling or not responding to Tier 1
Tier 2 interventions are often implemented in small group settings, based on a similar need identified via data and for the sake of systematic efficiency. Districts typically expect to see five to 15 percent of students in Tier 2.
Tier 3 - Intensive, Individualized Interventions
frequent, intense, and individualized interventions
Tier 3 interventions are provided to students with a greater need or who are not responding to Tier 2 supports. If students still do not respond, they may be referred for additional evaluation. Usually, districts expect to see one to five percent of students in Tier 3.