Educational Leadership Journey

In order to capture the academic, behavior and socio-emotional needs of all students, it is imperative to utilize a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) (Averill & Rinaldi, 2011; Mydigital Chalkboard, 2018). MTSS is framework that is equitable, diverse and in alignment with the California Common Core State Standards (CCSS). It is comprised of evidenced-based practices that involves data-driven decision-making, and calls for the ongoing support of leadership at the district and site level in order to sustain and implement a successful Multi-tiered System of Support (Mydigital Chalkboard, 2018).  After completing a 4 Part Series MTSS Module on the California Department of Education website-Digital Chalkboard, I earned the following MTSS Certificate of Completion: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h12MWasGqePl5ruyZzrTixvRDDhWNhVj/view?usp=sharing

The following video reflection provides an overview of the Graduate Course #EDAD 612-Working with Diverse Populations. This video reflection also discusses the importance of implementing a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) that entails educational equity & diversity, and equitable access to student curriculum, instruction and program supports. According to Fink & Markholt (2014), the authors of the book,  Leading for Instructional Improvement: How Successful Leaders Develop Teaching & Learning Expertise , " high-level curriculum and quality instruction is dependent on equity." https://animoto.com/play/MPkg0dOJ2Nl3NJuhLWD2zA