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Multi-Tired System of Supports (MTSS)

A Multi-Tiered System of Supports is a framework for continuous improvement that is systemic, prevention-focused, and data-informed, providing a coherent continuum of supports responsive to meet the needs of ALL learners. An MTSS framework utilizes a “whole child” approach that recognizes the importance of each student’s attendance and academic, behavioral, social and emotional well-being.

The staff at Sunnybrook School District #171 strives to see that all children are successful in school. To accomplish this we prioritize helpling all children learn by helping students as much as possible within the general education setting.

This preventative approach emphasizes the importance of providing high quality, scientifically-based instruction and interventions, and holds the school accountable for the adequate yearly progress of all students.

A pyramid diagram illustrating a tiered system for matching instruction to student needs, with tiers labeled 1, 2, and 3.

In a Problem Solving approach, the team will use data on an ongoing basis to answer the following questions:

  • What is the problem?
  • Why is it happening?
  • What shall we do?
  • Have we seen student growth?

Frequently Asked Questions

  • MTSS is a framework for continuous improvement that is systemic, prevention focused and data-informed, providing a coherent continuum of support responsive to meet the needs of all learners.

    • Provide a quiet well-lit space to do homework.
    • Teach your child to value his/her education.
    • Encourage your child to read, read, read!

    • Ask the teacher about your child’s strengths and weaknesses.
    • Ask your child’s teacher for ways to help at home.
    • Ask what type of help the school can give your child.
    • Talk to your children about any concerns you and/or the teacher have regarding their academic progress and/or behavior.

    • Communicate often with your child’s teacher.
    • Attend school activities, including parent-teacher conferences.
    • Make sure your child is doing homework on a regular basis. Help when needed.

    • Ask what type of help is being given to your child for academic and/or behavioral concerns.
    • Ask how your child’s progress is being monitored.
    • Ask us to provide regular progress monitoring reports.
    • Praise your child for any progress or general improvement in the areas of concern.
    • Use school strategies or interventions at home.
    • When possible, share what works at home with your child’s teacher.
    • Ask questions when things are not clear.

    • Progress monitoring data drives instructional decision-making and keep parents and teachers informed of student progress.
    • Data regarding student progress are presented in a format that is easy to understand.
    • Early intervention is based on student’s needs.
    • Intensity and duration of interventions are based on student progress.

  • Universal Screening (Benchmarking) is a process used by school personnel three times per year to determine which students are “at risk” for not meeting grade-level standards. Measurement of Academic Progress (MAP) is used to universally screen students’ reading and math skills.

    Progress Monitoring is a scientifically-based practice that involves more frequent assessment of the progress of students who are receiving additional support.

    Scientifically-Based Instruction refers to specific curricula, interventions, and practices that have been proven to be effective through research.

MTSS Team