{"product_id":"in-support-of-students-isbn-9781119885269","title":"In Support of Students","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA research- and evidence-based playbook for creating MTSS in schools\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students: A Leader’s Guide to Equitable MTSS\u003c\/i\u003e, a team of distinguished educators delivers a comprehensive and insightful discussion of how to create evidence-based and equitable multi-tiered systems (MTSS). In the book, you’ll find the practical tips and tools you need to support the implementation and redesign of systems that meet the needs of all learners. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author go beyond conceptual theories and frameworks and readers grounded, hands-on advice for developing MTSS that provide opportunities for students to learn at high levels while retaining equitable feelings of belonging and hope. The book also provides: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eReal-life examples and planning procedures to implement MTSS in a variety of school environments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for building MTSS in ways that combat educator burn-out, overwork, and overwhelm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn actionable toolkit to put MTSS into practice and improve student outcomes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn indispensable resource for K-12 school leaders and administrators, \u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students \u003c\/i\u003ewill also prove invaluable to policymakers, university staff, and regional support providers. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom Katie 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom Kristan 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Planning for Systems Change 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe View from My Window, Kristan 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur Call 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Need for Complex Change 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnfreeze-Change-Refreeze Model 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcerns-Based Adoption 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImplementation Science 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImprovement Science 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Understanding MTSS 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBaking, Not Caking 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining MTSS 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVision 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstructional Design 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiered Systems 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems and Structures 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: The Power of Inclusive Practices 38\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Power of Carrot Cake, Katie 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Opportunity Myth 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUniversal Design for Learning 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeeper Learning 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeeper Learning Tasks 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Building Your Team and Crafting a Vision 57\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Ultimate Dream Team, Katie 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeamwork Makes the Dream Work 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing the MTSS Team 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Members 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeam Process 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Team Norms 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoordinating with Other Teams 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Effective Instructional Practice 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the Vision 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrafting the Vision 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Kicking Off the Needs Assessment Process 72\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMy Reflection in the Mirror, Kristan 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere Do I Start? Katie 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing Our Current Systems 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocument Review 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDocument Review Sample: High School Schedule 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsset Mapping 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Inventory 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Data Analysis to Prepare for MTSS 86\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Power of Lived Experiences, Kristan 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Analysis 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOutcomes Data 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstructional Data 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerspectives Data 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems Data 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquity Reviews 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransforming Equity Reviews Into Action 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrepare Your Data Culture 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet a Positive Data Culture 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreate a Comprehensive Assessment Map 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign a Data Decision Flowchart 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreate Data Systems 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Conducting the Self-Assessment 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRefinishing the Glider, Katie 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting the Self-Assessment 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstructional Vision 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstructional Design 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiered Systems 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSystems and Structures 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Findings 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Root-Cause Analysis 118\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDown the River 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Potential Root Causes 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing Your Proposed Root Causes Around Control 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Root Causes for Leverage 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eValidate Your Root Causes 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVerify Your Root Causes 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Planning for Success 126\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalk with Me, Kristan 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSample Process Overview 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting SMART Goals 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVetting Your Plan 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLogic Models 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour Turn 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAction Planning 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReflection Questions 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Implementing Systems 149\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding the Fate of Sisyphus 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnpacking Fidelity 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFidelity Checks in Practice 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeedback Loops 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Case Study: Integrating MTSS 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSummary 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A 169\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B: Sample Action Steps for MTSS Strategy 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVision Action Steps 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstructional Design Sample Action Steps 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCurricular Materials 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquitable Practices 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePedagogy 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessment 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning Environment 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiered Systems Planning 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTiered Supports 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eData Systems 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccess to Resources 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeveraging Systems and Structures 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaff Development and Competency 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructural Support 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuous Improvement Cycles 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHuman Resources 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKatie Novak, Ed.D. 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKristan Rodriguez, Ph.D. 189\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKatie Novak, E\u003csmall\u003eD\u003c\/small\u003e.D., \u003c\/b\u003eis an education consultant, author, and graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania. She has over 20 years’ experience in teaching and administration and has published twelve books focused on building inclusive and equitable classrooms, schools, and systems. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKristan Rodriguez, P\u003csmall\u003eH\u003c\/small\u003e.D., \u003c\/b\u003espent over 20 years as a practitioner in private and public school settings, including being a teacher, principal, and superintendent of schools. Dr. Rodriguez is currently the owner of an educational consulting agency that helps provide professional learning and staffing to schools across the globe. In addition to her books, she has authored numerous MTSS implementation resources that have been used in the field.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn evidence-based strategy guide for creating inclusive and effective MTSS in schools\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students: A Leader’s Guide to Equitable MTSS \u003c\/i\u003edelivers an engaging and insightful exploration of how to create evidence-based and equitable multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) that guarantee every student an opportunity to build mastery and an identity as an expert learner. Throughout the book, a team of accomplished educators offers practical tips and tools you need to implement and redesign systems to meet the needs of all learners. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe authors go beyond generic conceptual frameworks and theories to offer grounded, hands-on advice for developing multi-tiered systems that provide students with opportunities for high-level learning while nurturing feelings of belonging and hope. They also present real-life examples and planning procedures to implement MTSS in a wide variety of school environments, as well as strategies that counter educator burnout, overwork, and overwhelm. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe perfect resource for K–12 school leaders and administrators seeking proven MTSS implementation guidance, \u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students\u003c\/i\u003e will also prove invaluable to policymakers, state agencies, regional support providers, and university staff. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“As an educator of thirty years and current MTSS Coordinator, \u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students\u003c\/i\u003e is empowering! Whether you are an educator in the first stage of implementing MTSS or already full steam ahead, this book provides a blueprint that is proactive and responsive to student success for all learners. The authors take you on a journey through change, crafting a vision, planning for success, and action steps to an inclusive multi-tiered system of supports. Reflection questions posed throughout the book are a bonus, and provoke conversation for the reader and district teams. This is the real deal for educators looking to create and sustain an equitable MTSS!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e —Lorri Race,\u003c\/b\u003e MTSS Coordinator 6-12, Norwich City School District \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Throughout \u003ci\u003eIn Support of Students: A Leader’s Guide to Equitable MTSS\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Novak and Dr. Rodriguez provide a clear, concise pathway to the change needed in our schools to support all students. They have demystified equitable MTSS implementation, providing the connections between what we talk about doing and the steps we can take to do it, and placing students at the center. The authors guide the process of adapting school environments into places where all students are included and learn!”\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e —Annie Lamberto,\u003c\/b\u003e Special Education and Inclusionary Practices, Washington Education Association \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Katie Novak and Kristan Rodriguez have written a must-read guide for systems to move beyond theory and planning to actionable systemic changes so that all children may be successful and engaged in their learning. 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