Education

RTI vs. MTSS: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

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Educational environments today face increasing demands to support all students equitably. Addressing academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs requires more than general teaching practices. Two models, Response to Intervention (RTI) and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), have become central to these efforts. Distinguishing between them allows educators, families, and policymakers to apply strategies more effectively within … Read more

What Is MTSS? A Simple Guide for Educators and Parents

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Young boy focused on writing in a book at home, with warm lighting and a bookshelf in the background

The Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) offers a structured method for meeting the varied academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students. By using a proactive and equitable framework, schools can ensure no learner is left behind. Educators, families, and students benefit from a system that promotes early support, effective interventions, and team collaboration to boost … Read more

“I Am Somebody:” A Morning Affirmation for Kids

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I Am Somebody - Morning Affirmation for Kids

Every child needs more than a desk, a pencil, and a lesson plan to thrive in school. Before numbers or letters can take root, a sense of identity must grow. Children walk into classrooms carrying invisible stories. Some feel unsure. Some feel unseen. Some already believe they cannot belong. A morning affirmation like “I Am … Read more