Most schools have multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) in place, yet multilingual learners are still being over-referred, under-supported, or left out of intervention planning altogether. This session examines the common structural and instructional barriers that prevent MTSS from working for language learners — and what to do about them. You’ll explore how to strengthen Tier 1 instruction, use data more effectively, and ensure language development is central to your problem-solving process, not an afterthought.
By the end of this session, you will be able to:
- Identify common barriers that prevent MTSS from effectively supporting multilingual learners
- Describe how strong Tier 1 instruction and language-responsive practices can reduce unnecessary referrals and improve student outcomes
- Apply data and problem-solving processes to make more informed intervention decisions for multilingual learners
Facilitator: Dr. Gliset C. Morales
