Save the Date and Call for Proposals- Deadline Extended!
The Michigan Multi-Tiered System of Supports Technical Assistance Center (MiMTSS TA Center), in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is excited to announce the dates of the 20th Annual MTSS Conference:
November 12 & 13, 2025
Lansing Center ~ Lansing, MI
We are seeking proposals for poster presentations for the 2025 annual MTSS conference.
We are especially interested in proposals that:
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Showcase practical and replicable MTSS practices within the state of Michigan.
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Demonstrate a strong focus on student growth and/or increased achievement.
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Highlight innovative approaches to address the unique needs of Michigan students.
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Make an overt connection to MTSS as a framework that includes academics and social, emotional, and behavioral supports. Review the MTSS Overview Page as a point of reference for MTSS implementation in Michigan.
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Build upon and connect to the definition of educational equity, “…is when educational policies, practices, interactions, and resources are representative of, constructed by, and responsive to all people so that each individual has access to, meaningfully participates in, and has positive outcomes from high-quality learning experiences, regardless of individual characteristics and group memberships.” (Fraser, 2008; Great Lakes Equity Center, 2012)
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Incorporate audience participation and engagement strategies.
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Target various audience levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced) across the educational cascade.
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Include multiple staff identities and roles, including but not limited to classroom teachers, administrators, coaches, family partners, etc.
Presenter Benefits:
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Opportunity to showcase expertise and best practices to a statewide audience.
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Poster presenters will receive one free conference registration and a $75 stipend to offset the cost of printing a poster (reimbursed to your district or ISD)
Proposal Submission:
All proposals must be submitted electronically. Deadline for submitting proposals is September 30, 2025. Poster sessions will be reviewed and approved on a rolling basis (monthly) and primary contact will be notified of the submission status.
We encourage Michigan educators, administrators, researchers, and other MTSS implementers to submit proposals.
Contact us at [email protected] with any questions you have.
