ISD implementation teams create action plans based on four types of data: student outcome, fidelity, capacity, and reach. Data are used from school, district, and ISD levels to continuously improve ISD supports for implementing MTSS with fidelity, focusing on efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability.
The MiMTSS TA Center is excited to announce the launch of Leveraging MTSS in the Classroom: Setting Learners & Staff Up for Success summer series! These sessions are designed to set educators up for a successful start to the 2024-25 school year and to support learners in the classroom. The TA Center staff have curated a selection of MTSS professional learning opportunities for the classroom in the areas of literacy and social, emotional, behavioral supports.
Years of research indicate that strong oral language skills are key factors in literacy development (Chang & Monaghan, 2019; National Early Literacy Panel, 2008). This session prepares educators to understand the language components involved in learning to read. Having shared literacy and language knowledge, speech-language pathologists and teachers can work together to address learners' reading needs.
This course explores that while Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and the Science of Reading (SOR) are both critical educational components, they require meaningful integration to meet all learners' needs. Participants will learn how these two key elements maximize K-12 learner outcomes through effective literacy instruction and intervention. The session highlights alignment across the levels to assist in stakeholder ability to identify why integration is essential for peak implementation of MTSS. Information provided will assist attendees in examining whether the current curriculum and intervention intensification methods align with the science supporting how all brains learn to read.
This series is designed to increase educators’ exposure to and knowledge of various aspects of mental health and well-being and how they can impact students and manifest in the school setting. Introductory and non-clinical training sessions will be provided on 5 topics.
The MiMTSS Data System is a free-access web-based data system designed for LEAs, ISDs, and MDE to gather and analyze data that are critical for the continuous improvement of MTSS in Michigan. When teams use data to drive decisions about MTSS, it is more likely that MTSS will be implemented and sustained to support each and every learner.
Early Childhood Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (EC PBIS) and implementation of the Pyramid Model support the social-emotional competence of young children. This training provides an overview of early childhood PBIS, including the data, systems, and practices necessary for implementation. Participants will also be provided with readiness activities to help determine their next steps.
Phonics for Reading is a research validated program that focuses on decoding, encoding (writing), fluency, and comprehension skills usually mastered in grades K to 3. The program uses explicit, teacher-directed instruction to introduce skills and strategies. Participants will learn the science behind the program as well as how to implement the program.