2163 - Multi-Tiered System of Supports

It is the district’s policy to ensure that all students receive high quality, scientific, evidence-based general education core instruction and, as appropriate, strategic and intensive intervention supports matched to student needs. An effective multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework considers student variability through intentional lesson design; multiple entry points and supports using evidence-based practices that provide equal access to academic and social-emotional curricula while optimizing student engagement.  In this way, we can address the barriers and strengths of individual students.  The district utilizes the core principles of the MTSS process which combines systematic assessment, decision-making and a multi-tiered services delivery model to improve educational and behavioral outcomes for all students.

The district’s process identifies students’ challenges early and provides appropriate instruction by ensuring that students are successful in the general education classroom.  In implementing MTSS, the district will apply:

1. Scientific, evidence-based interventions in the general education setting;
2. Measure the student’s response to intervention; and
3. Use data to inform instruction.

The superintendent or designee will develop procedures to implement student interventions; using teacher observations, and classroom, school, or district assessments to identify students with academic or behavioral gaps and in need of scientific evidence-based interventions.

Intervention will consist of three levels of assistance that increase in intensity. The three levels will include:

1. Screening and classroom interventions;
2. Targeted small group intervention; and
3. Intensive individualized interventions

 

Parent/Guardian Involvement

The district will inform parents/guardians regarding the use of scientific, evidence-based interventions, including: a) the students’ performance data collected and the general education services provided; and b) strategies used to increase the student’s rate of learning.

 

 

Cross References:

District Policy 3123 - Withdrawal Prior To Graduation

District Policy 2161 - Special Education and Related Services for Eligible Students

District Policy 2162 - Education of Students With Disabilities Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

 

Legal References:

Chapter 392.172A WAC	Rules for the Provision of Special Education
WAC 392-172A-03060	Process based on a student’s response to a scientific research-based intervention

 

Management Resources:

2011 – December Issue

2007 – December Issue

 

Adoption Date:  March 19, 2008

Revised: March 19,2025

Administrator Responsibilities: