Best Practices at Tier 2: Supplemental Interventions for Additional Student Support, Secondary (RTI Tier 2 Intervention Strategies for Secondary Schools)

by Bob Sonju, Sharon V. Kramer, Mike Mattos, Austin Buffum

Overview

Research is conclusive: response to intervention (RTI) is the best way to intervene when students struggle in school. Also known as a multitiered system of support (MTSS), the RTI process ensures every student receives the additional time and support needed for academic success. A companion to Best Practices at Tier 1, this guide provides secondary educators with fundamental principles, practices, and tools for implementing effective Tier 2 intervention strategies.

Your guide to implementing Tier 2 of response to intervention in secondary schools:

• Understand the challenges facing schools, and consider why educators need to change their thinking.
• Receive proven, practical strategies and tools for implementing Tier 2 instruction and interventions.
• Discover the foundational principles of effective educational practices.
• Identify the roles of teacher, leadership, and intervention teams, and understand why they are essential to the intervention system.
• Gain tips for determining student learning levels and how to move student learning forward.
• Review structures and schedules that build time in the school day to support students who need interventions.
• Utilize teacher teams and the 4 critical questions of the PLC at Work® framework to ensure all students master essential curriculum.

Contents:
About the Authors
Introduction
Chapter 1: Making the Case for Doing Things Differently
Chapter 2: Using Collaborative Teams for Effective Intervention
Chapter 3: Getting to Targeted and Specific Interventions
Chapter 4: Using Data to Target Tier 2 Interventions
Chapter 5: Implementing Powerful Instructional Supports
Chapter 6: Building Time in the Schedule for Additional Support
Epilogue
References and Resources
Index

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781942496847
Publisher:	Solution Tree Press
Publication date:	06/14/2019
Pages:	152
Sales rank:	171,758
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.30(d)

Table of Contents

About the Authors xi

Introduction 1

The Three Criteria and RTI 2

The Importance of Effective Interventions 3

The RTI at Work Pyramid 4

The Power of Effective Tier 2 Interventions 10

Common Tier 2 Implementation Mistakes 10

In This Book 13

1 Making a Case for Doing Things Differently 17

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 18

Here's How 19

Conclusion 24

Big Ideas for Chapter 1 26

Chapter 1 Key Considerations Rubric 27

2 Using Collaborative Teams for Effective Intervention 29

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 31

Here's How 35

Conclusion 39

Big Ideas for Chapter 2 40

Chapter 2 Key Considerations Rubric 41

3 Getting to Targeted and Specific Interventions 43

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 44

Here's How 49

Conclusion 58

Big Ideas for Chapter 3 59

Chapter 3 Key Considerations Rubric 60

4 Using Data to Target Tier 2 Interventions 63

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 64

Here's How 65

Conclusion 77

Big Ideas for Chapter 4 78

Chapter 4 Key Considerations Rubric 79

5 Implementing Powerful Instructional Supports 81

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 82

Here's How 83

Conclusion 90

Big Ideas for Chapter 5 92

Chapter 5 Key Considerations Rubric 93

6 Building Time in the Schedule for Additional Support 95

Why We Need to Do Things Differently 96

Here's How 97

Examples of Tier 2 Supplemental Support 110

Conclusion 114

Big Ideas for Chapter 6 115

Chapter 6 Key Considerations Rubric 116

Epilogue 119

References and Resources 123

Index 129

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"Best Practices at Tier 2 is an outstanding educational resource focusing on the foundational principles of effective schoolwide intervention systems. The authors make a compelling case for the why behind the need for targeted interventions and simplify the difference between levels of support. Furthermore, the detailed descriptions, strategies, and real-world scenarios make this book the difference maker! It is a must-read for all transformational leaders."

—Brad Baker, principal, Shorecliffs Middle School, California

"In Best Practices at Tier 2, the authors have done a fantastic job explaining the struggles and mistakes schools make with Tier 2 implementation, which sets the stage for solutions. It provides clear strategies that schools can implement right away to help undo those mistakes. Each chapter ends with an invaluable resource, a rubric that allows teams to self-reflect on each of the concepts to truly assess their strengths and areas for growth. This is a much-needed resource to help schools implement an effective RTI model by focusing specifically on Tier 2 interventions."

—Jasmine K. Kullar, assistant superintendent, Cobb County School District, Georgia

"In Best Practices at Tier 2, authors Sonju, Kramer, Mattos, and Buffum have developed a powerful resource that provides clarity for the why, how, and what of systematic interventions. It shifts the focus from the common challenge of when do we find the time to why we need the time and what teams must do to make the time meaningful for all learners. Each chapter offers a compelling case for why we need change and provides tools and resources to evaluate current practices and establish action steps to move forward. For secondary schools seeking to truly function as a system that is clear and committed to ensuring all students master the skills most essential for learning and life, this book provides the framework for action, from talking about what we know to doing what needs to be done."

—Dave LaRose, coach, consultant, presenter, and speaker

"In Best Practices at Tier 2, authors Sonju, Kramer, Mattos, and Buffum do an incredible job of digging deeper into the RTI process, specifically focusing on Tier 2 interventions and strategies. With RTI/MTSS as a national mandate, this book should be on the desk of every educator who wants to ensure all students learn at high levels. This valuable resource provides the why behind what educators need to do, as well as the tools and strategies for how to provide the extra support all learners need."

—Scott A. Cunningham, principal, Olentangy Orange Middle School, Ohio