MTSS is a multi-tiered framework which promotes school improvement through engaging research-based academic and behavioral practices.  NC MTSS employs a systems-approach using data-based problem-solving to maximize growth for ALL.

Belief

The MTSS framework is an essential school improvement component as one of the most effective and efficient approaches to promote educational equity and improve district, school, and student outcomes.

Vision

Every DPS school implements and sustains all components of a Multi-Tiered System of Support through the lens of data analysis, systematic approaches to support, and equitable practices for educating all students. 

Mission

The Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Team exists to build the capacity of DPS educators to implement and sustain a Multi-Tiered System of Support through the provision of professional development, coaching, technical assistance, and resources.

Principals and School Leadership Teams

• NC MTSS Glossary of Terms

• DPS MTSS: Principal's Checklist

• DPS MTSS: Restorative Practices Principal Checklist

• MTSS Parent Flyer - This document can be printed and/or added to school websites to provide parents with more information about the MTSS process.

• MTSS Parent Flyer (Spanish) - This document can be printed and/or added to school websites to provide parents with more information about the MTSS process.

MTSS School-Based Facilitators and Teams

• DPS MTSS: Implementation Overview

• NC DPI MTSS Implementation Guide 2.0

• DPS MTSS:  MTSS Tier 3 Referral + Blue Folder Checklist

• DPS MTSS: DPS Roles & Responsibilities--MTSS Facilitators

• DPS MTSS: MTSS Cascading System of Support - Teaming Structures Overview

K-12 Attendance Standard Treatment Protocol

K-5 Literacy MTSS Standard Treatment Protocol

K-5 Math MTSS Standard Treatment Protocol

K-12 Behavior MTSS Standard Treatment Protocol 

6-12 Literacy MTSS Standard Treatment Protocol

6-12 Math MTSS Standard Treatment Protocol

Four Essential Elements (actions or activities) are Associated with the Implementation of MTSS: Screening, Progress Monitoring, Tiered Instruction/Intervention Model and Data-Based Decision-Making.

Element 1: Universal Screening

Data gathered multiple times in a year (most typically three times) to identify the effectiveness of core instruction and to identify students who may be at risk for poor outcomes and need additional academic, behavioral, and social and emotional support.  See the universal screening tools below.

Element 2: Progress Monitoring

Intervals of data repeated assessments using valid and reliable tools and processes to assess performance, quantify improvement or responsiveness to intervention and instruction, and evaluate the effectiveness of instruction, interventions, and supports.

Element 3: Tiered Instruction/ Intervention Model

Model of integrated academic, behavioral, and social and emotional instruction and intervention supports that are evidence-based and culturally and linguistically responsive.

With a focus on equity and the whole child, MTSS in DPS encompasses well-defined tiers of instruction and support in the areas of academics, behavior and social-emotional learning. Each tier of support increases in intensity from one level to the next. 

• Tier 1 (Core): focus on school-wide or whole class instruction.

• Tier 2 (Supplemental): focus on small group intervention or enrichment. 

• Tier 3 (Intensive): focus on individualized support for a few or small number of students with advanced enrichment or intervention needs. 

Element 4: Data-Based Decision Making

Process to include data analysis and problem solving through teaming to make decisions about instruction, intervention, and implementation

DPS Data Analysis Protocols:

• Data Analysis Protocol First Meeting

• Data Analysis Protocol Follow Up Meeting

• Data Analysis Protocol Final Meeting

• DPS CFIP Whole School Data Analysis Tool

• Response to Data Tool

• Atlas Looking at Data Protocol

• Data Mining Protocol

• Data Driven Dialogue Protocol