Behavioral, Social, and Emotional Support
Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)
What is a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)?
A Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) is a model that school systems use to help all students in academic and non-academic areas. It serves as a roadmap that focuses on identifying challenges early and providing extra help to each student based on what they need. MTSS provides effective teaching practices through three levels: support for all students (Tier 1), support for small groups of students (Tier 2), and support for individual students (Tier 3). The MTSS model ensures that every student gets the help they need to do their best in all academics and non-academics at school.
Cleveland City Schools MTSS Vision Statement
Cleveland City Schools is committed to making sure every student does well in both academics and behavior using a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) that involves everyone – district leaders, school administrators, teachers, and parents. Through effective ways of teaching and decision-making, our focus is on preventing issues early and giving extra help when needed. This way, we make sure all students have a fair chance to do their best in all academic and non-academic areas at school.
Tennessee MTSS Model
What are the 5 Social Emotional Core Competencies?
Self Awareness | Understanding one’s own feelings, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. |
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Self Management | The ability to manage one’s feelings, emotions, thoughts, and actions/behaviors. |
Social Awareness | The ability to understand the perspective of others (thoughts, feelings, actions) and empathize with others. |
Relationship Skills | The ability to establish, maintain, and restore healthy and positive relationships with others. |
Responsible Decision Making | The ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations. |
Supporting Your Student at Home
Did you know that you are your child's first and most important teacher of social and emotional skills? As your child's first social emotional teacher, you have a unique opportunity to guide your child's emotional development from the very beginning, and continue to do so as they grow and mature.
“Parents and families are critical partners in helping their children develop social and emotional know-how. They can model the kinds of skills, attitudes, and behaviors we want all students to master. And they can be important advocates for SEL at school." -CASEL.org
Learn more about social and emotional learning in this video: What is SEL? CASEL Video
What is a Universal Behavior Screener?
Universal screening is an essential part of a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS). A universal behavior screener is a valuable tool that helps our schools identify ways to improve the success of all students in the school environment. This screener provides important information that guides a school’s decisions about school-wide programming and resources. By understanding the collective needs of our student population, we can create a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes the well-being and success of all learners. Ultimately, this proactive approach ensures that every student feels safe, supported, and prepared to thrive both academically and socially.
What are the Benefits of Using a Universal Screener?
We believe supporting your child's social and emotional development is as important as their academic success. By implementing a universal screener along with our social and emotional learning programs, we are taking proactive steps to ensure every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive in school and beyond. Information from this tool will assist schools in providing universal social, academic, and emotional support for all students. This tool will help us create a more caring and inclusive school community where every child can reach their full potential.
Universal Behavior Screener - Family Information Guide and FAQs
Questions?
If you have any questions about universal behavior screening, please refer to the FAQ document above or contact our Well-Being Specialist, Dr. Alicia Kahrs, at akahrs@clevelandschools.org. A copy of the universal behavior screening tool is available upon request.