Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
In VUSD, our Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) provides all students with a continuum of supports that are needed to achieve academic success, productive behaviors, social-emotional skills, and overall well-being. The provision of these supports is the collective responsibility of all VUSD staff, families, specialists, and community partners.
The collective responsibility involves:
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Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
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Response to Intervention (RTI)
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Special Education
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Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
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Caring School Community
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Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
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Parent/Teacher Club
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School Site Council
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Administration, Teachers, Staff
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Professional Development
Under the MTSS Umbrella
Tier 1 - All Learners
| Academic Achievement related to CA content standards |
High-quality first instruction for ALL learners with utilization of effective, comprehensive, formal assessments to monitor student progress and achievement. (e.g. UDL, Core curricula, small groups, progress monitoring) |
| Behavioral Achievement related to interpersonal skills |
Provide universal behavior supports for ALL students that lead to equitable outcomes. (e.g. SEL Program, leadership opportunities, positive reinforcement, consistent procedures, classroom routines, PBIS) |
| Social-Emotional Achievement related to school culture and student well-being |
Strong and positive school culture provided by caring adults, SEL curriculum delivered universally through direct instruction, and supports in place to protect the safety, security, and mental well-being of ALL students. (e.g. SEL Program) |
Tier 2 - Some Learners
| Academic Achievement related to CA content standards |
Academic supports designed to reach those struggling with initial learning opportunities. (e.g. RTI, SST, 504, IEP) |
| Behavioral Achievement related to interpersonal skills |
Provide additional instruction and support for behaviors that reflect restorative practices in an atmosphere of respect, compassion, and forgiveness. (e.g. restorative reflections, circles, behavior contract) |
| Social-Emotional Achievement related to school culture and student well-being |
Provide additional instruction and support in social-emotional skills and behaviors (e.g. social groups, CARE Team, counseling, Wellness, Child Advocacy Center) |
Tier 3 - Few Learners
| Academic Achievement related to CA content standards |
Academic interventions made available to reach a small percentage of students exhibiting intensive learning needs. (e.g. IIS services, SDC) |
| Behavioral Achievement related to interpersonal skills |
Intensive behavior intervention supports (e.g. BIP, FBA, BCBA, RBT Support) |
| Social-Emotional Achievement related to school culture and student well-being |
Individual & Group counseling support designed to support intensive social-emotional needs. (e.g. ERMHS, IHBS, Wellness Therapy) |