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How to Build MTSS in a Large Urban District
Schoolin' Around
<p>In this episode, Toni Liza-DeMello, the district MTSS manager for Chicago Public Schools, and Dr. Eva Dundas, the chief academic officer of Branching Minds, discuss the journey of implementing an equitable MTSS system in a large urban district. They highlight the importance of district-wide support and collaboration with various departments, such as social-emotional learning, language and culture, equity, diverse learner support, and college and career readiness. They emphasize the need for a strong foundation in tier one instruction and the use of data to inform support plans. </p><p>Resources:</p><ul><li><a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/superintendentguide">The Superintendent’s Guide to MTSS and District Strategic Planning</a> </li><li><a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/sel-guide">SEL Guide</a> </li><li><a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/ell-article">English Language Learner Article</a></li><li><a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/protocol-guide">Leader Protocol Guide for Buy-In</a> </li></ul><br/><p>Takeaways:</p><ul><li>Implementing an equitable MTSS system in a large urban district requires district-wide support and collaboration with various departments.</li><li>A strong foundation in Tier 1 instruction is essential for the success of MTSS.</li><li>Data-driven decision-making is crucial in identifying student needs and informing support plans.</li><li>Challenges in implementing MTSS include staffing, time allocation, resistance to change, and the perception of MTSS as just another district initiative.</li></ul><br/><p>Learn more about MTSS and Branching Minds by visiting our <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/branchingminds">Branching Minds Website</a>, or sign up for our weekly <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/newsletter">Newsletter</a> on all things MTSS. Don’t forget to follow and connect with us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn @BranchingMinds.  </p><p>Send feedback or inquiries to podcast@branchingminds.com! </p>