MTSS Integrated Conference 25

This presentation provides strategies for implementing a culturally and linguistically responsive (CLR) mindset and skillset in serving multilingual learners (MLs) using the ML Statewide Strategic Plan. The tools and materials shared help participants understand the critical role of culturally responsive practices to eliminate opportunity gaps and to prepare MLs for college, career, and life by supporting their identity through whole child education and achieving academic excellence.

Learn how three regional examples aligned their MTSS and reduced exclusionary discipline, improved attendance, perceptions of belonging, and reading.

We’ll share how each district approached alignment to fit their budget, goals, and timelines. We will also highlight the commonalities, and the site-based adjustments that were necessary to fit each community: large, diverse AK district, a small, rural CA district, and mid-size, suburban OR district.

Inclusion and MTSS are often framed as separate initiatives. In this session, we explore their interconnectedness as the foundation of strong tier 1 structures and systems promotes rigorous and meaningful inclusive practices for all learners. Lowell’s commitments to centering multilingual learners and students with IEPs drives: the creative and strategic use of adults in flexible service delivery, embedding SDI in the general education setting, and building and sustaining collaborative structures.