Multi-tiered system of support (MTSS)

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Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) provides an integrated framework that helps to ensure equitable access and opportunity for all students in achieving California Common Core State Standards (CCSS).  CDE indicates "that MTSS focuses  on CCSS, core instruction, differentiated learning, student-centered learning, individualized student needs, and the alignment of systems necessary for all students' academic, behavioral, and social success."   MTSS offers the potential to create systematic change through intentional integration of services and supports to quickly identify and meet the needs of ALL students. 

The TEAL Project provides culturally relevant Arts Integration practices to provide the necessary evidence-based intervention supports for ALL, SOME, and FEW in developing academic, behavioral, and social support for all students to achieve.  Take a look at these specially curated resources that will help to provide additional guidance. 

A Framework that aligns Response to Instruction and Intervention with the California State standards and the systems necessary to ensure academic, behavior, and social success.

We believe together we can transform education so that it benefits each and every student, their families, and ultimately the communities in which they live. 

California's Multi-Tiered System of Support (CA MTSS) is a comprehensive framework that aligns academic, behavioral, social and emotional learning, and mental health supports ina fully integrated system of support for the benefit of all students. 

Policy and research playing essential  roles to support effective practice in classrooms, schools, and communities.

"Real and equitable progress requires exceptional attention to the detailed and often mundane work of noticing what is invisible to many."

A Literature Review that takes a closer look into Arts Integration benefits

LCAP MTSS Crosswalk and MTSS Domains and Features Placemat

All students can benefit from MTSS particularly by aligning general education and special education systems to help provide supplemental special education supports. 

MTSS Curated Resources