In this episode, Michelle Shappirio, Supervisor of English Language Arts, Intervention, & Instructional Coaching at the Township of Ocean School District, discusses the critical role the district and building leadership team has in supporting the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for early reading, how universal screening changed the way their district addressed early reading, and other practical insights about navigating the real-world complexities of systems change in schools.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership teams with a shared vision and understanding of MTSS are critical for successful implementation
• Universal screening data changes the way districts address early reading, moving from a reactive to a proactive approach
• MTSS for early reading starts with strengthening tier 1 instruction 
• MTSS for early reading is a coordinated effort where students are seen as “our students,” not “my students”