Pre-Referral process

A pre-referral process is a preventative approach intended to address struggling students’ academic or behavioral challenges in the classroom. All students who need extra support should participate in interventions designed to meet their specific needs.  Pre-referral Intervention serves as a bridge between regular education and special education. Often, these interventions take place as part of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) if the school uses such a problem solving system. The pre-referral process is not a part of a special education evaluation. Some students who experience continued academic or behavioral difficulties, even after participating in appropriate interventions, may be referred for a special education evaluation. 

Resources and information regarding the pre-referral intervention process, contact SWWC Teaching Learning Department: https://www.swsc.org/Domain/107