Resource Mapping
"It is not enough to be busy...The question is: what are we busy about?
-Henry David Thoreau
FOCUS ON THE POSITIVE:
Acknowledge & Name the Great Work Already Happening
"This guide contains background information on needs assessment and resource mapping, best practices, possible action steps, examples from the field, and resources."
"There are many programs, interventions, services, and resources available that can support student well-being and the development of positive school culture and climate. Before adopting new programs or substantially changing current practices, it is helpful to review and consider school-based programs and resources that are already in place. Doing so helps ensure that services are not duplicative of each other and strategically align to support your school’s vision."
More Resource Mapping Tools
Social and Emotional Learning and Mental Health: Tiered Supports Inventory
"This tool allows schools and districts to document the social-emotional learning (SEL) and mental health supports that are being implemented and categorizing them across the three tiers of a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework."
"This resource mapping template will help you inventory the Curriculum & Instruction/Interventions, Assessments, and Data-Based Decision practices you are currently using (or have the goal of using) at each tier. Please note that this template should not be used in place of the MTSS Self-Assessment, which helps teams unpack where they have strengths and needs relative to the systems needed to effectively implement MTSS."