Rethinking MTSS in Special Education

Dr. Stephanie Stollar, co-author of “MTSS for Reading Improvement” & founder of Reading Science Academy, joins me to break down MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) and clear up common misconceptions surrounding this framework. Many educators see MTSS as just an intervention model, but it’s so much more—it’s a system-wide approach to improving reading outcomes for all students. We discuss the tiers of instruction, how to make data-driven decisions, and how schools can shift toward more effective literacy practices. Whether you're an administrator, teacher, or simply a stakeholder in student literacy outcomes, this episode will give you clarity and actionable steps to make MTSS work in your school.

Key Takeaways:

• What is MTSS?
• Understanding the Tiered Model
• Common Misconceptions & Challenges
• MTSS Logistics

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: MTSS for Reading Improvement by Stephanie Stollar & Sarah Brown from the Publisher (or on Amazon)
• Join Dr. Stollar’s Reading Science Academy Membership
• Dr. Stollar’s MTSS Online Course “MTSS: The Framework for Implementing the Science of Reading” 

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