you to give to others, it is essential to have people in your life who fill your heart and soul with their love. We are so blessed to have these people in our lives. We would like to thank Anita Mattos, Laurel Mattos, Lesley Buffum, and all of Janet’s growing family. This book is an extension of the inspiration you fill us with every day.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Reproducible pages are in italics.
If RTI Works, Why Is There Still an Achievement Gap?
Common Missteps When Implementing RTI
The Three Big Ideas That Drive the Work of PLCs
Why Is the RTI at Work Pyramid Upside Down?
What Are the Three Tiers of the RTI at Work Pyramid?
Why Is the RTI at Work Pyramid Split?
What Is the Role of Special Education?
A Culture of Collective Responsibility
Action 1: Establish a Guiding Coalition
Building a School Leadership Team
Action 2: Build a Culture of Collective Responsibility
Creating Consensus for a Culture of Collective Responsibility
Simplifying RTI Culture Survey
Building Consensus for Change and Bell Schedule Chart
Action 3: Form Collaborative Teacher Teams
Are We a Group or a Team?
Stages of Team Development
Team Action-Planning Template
The Trust on Our Team Survey
Action 4: Create Time for Collaboration
Team Collaboration Time: Planning Guide and Schedule
Action 5: Commit to Team Norms
Steps for Establishing Team Norms
Sample Team Norms
Conclusion
Tier 1 Teacher Team Essential Actions
Action 1: Identify Essential Standards for Each Grade Level or Course
Criteria for Selecting Essential Standards
Essential Standards Chart
