Implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) in a new school setting presents both exciting opportunities and unique challenges. This session will guide participants through a practical roadmap for establishing MTSS from the ground up, focusing on how to create sustainable systems that address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs.

Participants will learn how to build staff buy-in, align resources, establish effective data practices, and design interventions that meet the needs of diverse learners. Drawing from real-world examples, this workshop will provide strategies for developing leadership structures, engaging families, and creating a culture of shared responsibility.

Whether you are opening a new school or reimagining systems in an existing one, this session will equip you with tools,; frameworks, and actionable steps to launch MTSS successfully. Attendees will be able to

- Identify the essential components of an effective MTSS framework
- Outline an implementation plan for launching MTSS in a new or transitioning school
- Apply strategies for data-driven decision making and staff collaboration
- Explore methods for sustaining MTSS through professional development and family engagement

(15) Building a Strong Foundation: Starting an MTSS Program in a New School

Speakers

Julia Weston