Learn how school and district teams can use participatory program evaluation to strengthen inclusionary practices within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Grounded in collaborative inquiry and lived experience, this session introduces a four-step model for engaging educators, students, and families in evaluating progress and shaping more equitable systems. By bringing stakeholder voices into every stage of the evaluation—from defining priorities to interpreting data—teams can uncover barriers to inclusion, build shared ownership, and develop meaningful, context-sensitive solutions.
Participants will explore practical strategies to foster staff reflection, promote equity, and increase the relevance and use of data across all tiers of support. Emphasis will be placed on how participatory approaches can elevate inclusive mindsets, improve fidelity of inclusive practices, and support sustainable systems change driven by those closest to the classroom.
