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PSU Express MTSS 2026: Workshop Agenda

MTSS: Designing Student‑Centered Systems for Sustainable Improvement 

Day 1 – Vision & Tier 1 CORE Instruction

Theme: Building a Shared MTSS Vision and Strengthening CORE Instruction 

Vision + MTSS Overview

  • Build a shared definition of MTSS and Tier 1 CORE 
  • Define what “at‑risk” means using early warning indicators 
  • Examine adult beliefs and expectations 
  • Activities & Artifacts  

Strengthening Tier 1 CORE Instruction

  • Examine CORE instruction using real‑world examples 
  • Align instructional practices to MTSS expectations 
  • Identify quick wins and equity considerations 
  • Activities & Artifacts

From Data to Problem-Solving

  • Use screening, early warning indicators, and progress monitoring to guide decisions 
  • Apply consistent problem‑solving routines 
  • Examine subgroup equity and access 
  • Activities & Artifacts 

Day 2 – Decisions & Sustainability

Theme: Turning Data into Action and Planning for Sustainable Implementation 

Designing & Intensifying Interventions

  • Apply decision rules from screening to intervention 
  • Understand how to adjust intervention intensity (dosage, group size, alignment) 
  • Activities & Artifacts

Progress Monitoring, Fidelity & Continuous Improvement

  • Make progress‑monitoring decision rules visible and actionable 
  • Understand fidelity as a driver of outcomes 
  • Apply the DBI cycle: validate → monitor → diagnose → adapt 
  • Activities & Artifacts  

From Vision to Implementation

  • Translate vision into routines and sustainable systems 
  • Align practices for continuous improvement 
  • Create a clear implementation roadmap 
  • Activities & Artifacts 

MTSS: Designing Student‑Centered Systems for Sustainable Improvement 

Day 1 – Vision & Tier 1 CORE Instruction

Theme: Building a Shared MTSS Vision and Strengthening CORE Instruction 

Vision + MTSS Overview

  • Build a shared definition of MTSS and Tier 1 CORE 
  • Define what “at‑risk” means using early warning indicators 
  • Examine adult beliefs and expectations 
  • Activities & Artifacts  

Strengthening Tier 1 CORE Instruction

  • Examine CORE instruction using real‑world examples 
  • Align instructional practices to MTSS expectations 
  • Identify quick wins and equity considerations 
  • Activities & Artifacts
     

From Data to Problem-Solving

  • Use screening, early warning indicators, and progress monitoring to guide decisions 
  • Apply consistent problem‑solving routines 
  • Examine subgroup equity and access 
  • Activities & Artifacts 

Day 2 – Decisions & Sustainability

Theme: Turning Data into Action and Planning for Sustainable Implementation 

Designing & Intensifying Interventions

  • Apply decision rules from screening to intervention 
  • Understand how to adjust intervention intensity (dosage, group size, alignment) 
  • Activities & Artifacts 
     
     

Progress Monitoring, Fidelity & Continuous Improvement

  • Make progress‑monitoring decision rules visible and actionable 
  • Understand fidelity as a driver of outcomes 
  • Apply the DBI cycle: validate → monitor → diagnose → adapt 
  • Activities & Artifacts  

From Vision to Implementation

  • Translate vision into routines and sustainable systems 
  • Align practices for continuous improvement 
  • Create a clear implementation roadmap 
  • Activities & Artifacts