Ahead of the Curve: Early Warning Systems in Education

Schoolin' Around

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In this episode of Schooling Around, host Larissa Napolitan speaks with Sarah Frazelle, Senior Researcher and MTSS Trainer at American Institutes for Research. They discuss the importance of early intervention in education, the role of data in decision-making, and the challenges faced by schools in implementing effective support systems. Sarah emphasizes the need for community involvement, the significance of student voice, and the importance of creating a supportive school environment to enhance student success.Resources:<a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/ews-article">EWS Article</a> <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/mtss-attendance-article">MTSS and Attendance Article</a> <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/early-warning-system-webinar">Early Warning System Webinar</a> <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/brm-consultation">Request a consultation</a> <a href="https://schoolin-around.captivate.fm/2024-mtss-virtual-summit">2024 MTSS Virtual Summit</a> Takeaways:<ul><li>Every child has the ability to succeed.</li><li>Identifying root causes of student struggles is crucial.</li><li>Data analysis is essential for predicting student outcomes.</li><li>Early warning systems can help intervene before students fall behind.</li><li>Community and parental involvement are key to student success.</li><li>Student voice should be integrated into decision-making processes.</li><li>Creating a supportive school environment enhances student engagement.</li><li>Teachers need to collaborate and communicate effectively.</li><li>Less is more when it comes to data; focus on key indicators.</li><li>Education should be a positive experience for all students.</li></ul> 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.  Send feedback or inquiries to podcast@branchingminds.com!