Roles and Responsibilities
What is the primary role of a campus administrator in the MTSS process?
To lead and support the implementation of MTSS, facilitate data-driven decision-making, and provide professional development for staff
What is the purpose of progress monitoring in MTSS?
To track student progress and determine the effectiveness of interventions.
Where can resources and help guides be found for MTSS?
The MTSS Hub.
What is a Tier 1 intervention?
Universal interventions that are provided to all students in the general education classroom.
What is the first step in the MTSS referral process?
Identifying students who are struggling academically or behaviorally through data analysis and teacher observations.
Who is responsible for developing and monitoring intervention plans in MTSS?
The MTSS Administrator, in collaboration with teachers and staff.
How frequently should progress be monitored in Tier 3 interventions?
Weekly or biweekly, depending on the intensity of the intervention.
MTSS Vision?
Designed to support and challenge every student to reach their full potential.
Give an example of a Tier 2 intervention for reading difficulties.
Small group reading sessions focusing on specific skills like phonics or comprehension.
What is the difference between campus-based and parent-initiated referrals?
Campus-based referrals are initiated by school staff based on data and observations, while parent-initiated referrals are started by parents expressing concerns about their child’s progress.
What role do teachers play in the MTSS process?
Teachers implement interventions, monitor student progress, and provide feedback on the effectiveness of strategies.
What tools can be used for progress monitoring?
Assessments, behavior charts, and data tracking software.
MTSS is instructional support for whom?
All students.
What is a Tier 3 intervention?
Intensive, individualized interventions for students who do not respond to Tier 1 and Tier 2 supports.
What platform is used to document, add data, interventions and progress for MTSS?
Samegoal
How can school counselors support the MTSS process?
By providing social-emotional support, conducting assessments, and collaborating on intervention plans.
What should be done if a student is not making adequate progress with current interventions?
After 6-9 weeks, create a Follow-up form in Samegoal and share with parent/guardian. Move to Tier 3; complete Tier 3 plan.
What is the role of data in the MTSS process?
Data is used to identify student needs, monitor progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions
How often should progress be monitored in Tier 2 interventions?
Weekly or biweekly
How are parent-initiated referrals handled in the MTSS process?
MTSS administrator must schedule and expedited MTSS meeting within 5 days of written request
What is the role of parents in the MTSS process?
Parents can provide valuable insights about their child’s needs, support interventions at home, and participate in meetings and decision-making.
How can progress monitoring data be used to inform instruction?
By identifying areas of need and adjusting instructional strategies to better support student learning.
Name three components of a successful MTSS framework.
Universal screening, tiered interventions, and progress monitoring.
What is Tier 2 Intervention?
Targeted small group interventions.
Who is invited to a parent-initiated referral request, expedited meeting?
MTSS Admin, Diag, and other pertinent providers.