MTSS in Oak Harbor
Our 5 Ingredients
We believe positive outcomes will result if students have access to these 5 things.
Definitions
Using common language and developing shared definitions helps us align our work, minimize misunderstandings, communicate clearly, and fosters shared identity and belonging.
The definitions below were written as part of our ongoing MTSS implementation work.
Multi-Tiered System of Supports:
Our Multi-tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is a proactive framework that integrates data and instruction to maximize student achievement and wellness. Components of MTSS include:
Data informed decision making
Fluid, timely and equitable access to tiers of preventative measures
Integrated academic, behaviors, and social supports
A continuous improvement cycle
Resources matched to students’ needs
Access to evidence-based curriculum, instruction and support materials
Our MTSS framework is the way we organize our collective work towards the experiences we believe students need to thrive:
Teaching and Learning
Access to Support
Student Empowerment
Positive Environments
Connections
One line definition: MTSS is the way we organize adults and resources to support students.
Tier 1:
Tier 1 is the foundation of each students' experience in school. Tier 1 is:
For every student
Holistic, addressing academic, social emotional and behavioral needs
Provided by all school staff
Tier 2:
Tier 2 is supplemental support in addition to Tier 1 instruction. It is short term intervention designed to accelerate learning. Tier 2 support is:
Responsive to specific prerequisite skills identified through data
Provided through small group or individual instruction
Progress monitored and evaluated frequently
Fluid and timely
Tier 3:
Tier 3 is intensive support provided in addition to Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction. Tier 3 support includes:
Increased intensity: dosage and individualization of precise instructional support
Increased explicitness: greater focus on teaching specific skills