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In order to implement high-quality, inclusive education for all learners, we must universally design within a multi-tiered system of integrated supports.
Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is a framework for enhancing the implementation of evidence-based practices to achieve important outcomes for every student. The MTSS framework builds on a public health approach that focuses on organizing the efforts of adults within systems to be more effective. MTSS helps to ensure students benefit from nurturing environments and equitable access to instruction and supports that are differentiated to meet their unique needs
Statewide, the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) supports and funds Regional Implementation Coordinators (RICs) in each ESD. The two-year goal is for the RICs to provide technical assistance and coaching to support high-functioning district-level implementation teams. Those district teams will initiate and sustain implementation of tiered, integrated supports for staff and students to achieve improved outcomes within responsive learning environments.