Systems of Layered Support
In our MTSS Structure, each building will have multiple teams and layers of data driven support.
Our MTSS model is a system of layered supports and is different than a traditional support model in that it focuses on adding value to a learner's experience. All students participate in Tier 1 Instruction. Some students, approximately 10 - 15% of students, participate in Tier 1 instruction and Tier 2 intervention concurrently. Some students, approximately 5% of students, participate in Tier 1 instruction and Tier 3 intervention concurrently. In no instance does Tier 2 or Tier 3 instruction replace Tier 1 instruction.
Tier One
All Students
Tier Two
Small Groups
(3-5 students)
Tier Three
Individual or Small Groups
(1-3 students)
Five Elements of an Intervention
Determined by identifying a specific focus through an assessment/multiple measures
Provided in small groups or in individual sessions
Assessed growth through progress monitoring
Provided through a specifically identified length for each session
Provided through a specifically identified number of sessions
Decision Making Teams
Elementary Classroom Intervention Team
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Elementary Tier Two/Tier Three Six Week Review Team
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Elementary Problem-Solving Team
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Secondary House Team
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Click the images above to view the guidance documents outlining the district's entrance/exit criteria and considerations for Multilingual Learners for layered support.
Tier Movement
All students remain in Tier One. Additional Tiered supports add value to what is occurring in Tier One. During review meetings, teams will review current data and trend lines to determine movement within Tiers. This movement is fluid, with students moving between Tiers Two and Three based upon currently demonstrated needs for support.
Tier Movement .pdf