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Tuesday, September 29
 

9:40am EDT

Chronic Absenteeism, In the Building: Showing Up Together
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 460
Chronic absenteeism requires more than a single strategy or a single champion. It requires coordinated systems, trusted relationships, and data that drives action at every level. In this session, participants will build a shared vocabulary for discussing chronic absenteeism, examine the Early Warning Intervention and Monitoring System (EWIMS) as a practical, data informed action tool, and explore intervention strategies across the tiers of MTSS, including how family engagement and relationship building can address the barriers that data alone cannot see.
Whether you work in a building, a district office, or a regional agency, you will leave with a shared language, practical strategies, and a clearer sense of who your partners are in this work.
Speakers
avatar for Steve A. Massengill & Carol Ann Paul

Steve A. Massengill & Carol Ann Paul

School / Parent Liaison; State & Federal Programs, and Special Populations,, Wayne RESA
Steve A. Massengill comes to you with a 37 year career in public education.  As part of the Lincoln Park Public Schools he has served in many capacities including teacher, elementary principal, middle school assistant principal and athletic director.  Currently he is serving as... Read More →
Attendance Communications Participant Package.docx pdf
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 460

9:40am EDT

Elevating Every Learner: Embedding Built-In Accessibility and Assistive Tech into Tier I MTSS
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 440
Are you maximizing the technology already at your fingertips? Everyday platforms like Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, and Chrome OS contain powerful, built-in accessibility features that can transform core instruction. In this interactive session, educators will uncover at least five essential tools designed to support diverse learning profiles without the need for specialized software. Participants will learn how to proactively design Tier I lessons that leverage these features to eliminate barriers to grade-level content. Finally, because true accessibility requires student agency, we will build actionable plans to teach students how to self-advocate and independently utilize these tools. Leave equipped to foster independence, elevate your MTSS systems, and ensure every learner is supported and successful.
Speakers
avatar for Amber Wade & Pamela Cunningham

Amber Wade & Pamela Cunningham

Assistive Technology Consultants, Wayne RESA
Currently, Amber is an Assistive Technology Consultant for Wayne RESA. She is a
member of the Wayne Assistive Technology Team (WATT) and aids in providing
various assistive technologies for students across Wayne County. WATT works
with IEP teams and students with moderate to s... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 440

9:40am EDT

Equitable MTSS in Action: Collaborating to Accelerate Growth for English Learners
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 450
This session focuses on strengthening systems for the equitable inclusion of English Learners (ELs) within Michigan’s MTSS framework. Participants will explore Oakland Schools developed data tools and implementation guides, and focus on collaboration to build inclusive practices that support ELs within continuous improvement efforts. Emphasis will be placed on having a team-based approach while using comprehensive data to inform decisions, align supports, and create meaningful outcomes for English Learners.
Speakers
avatar for Christina Kozlowski

Christina Kozlowski

ELD Consultants, Oakland Schools
Dr. Tina Kozlowski earned a Doctorate of Education from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, with a focus on English Learners, and has been contributing to the field since 2006. As a former district ELD leader and past- president of MITESOL, she is dedicated to promoting equitable... Read More →
MTSS in Action Equitable MTSS 4 ELs Slides pdf
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 450

9:40am EDT

MTSS from a Restorative Practices Lens
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 405
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) is often discussed as a framework for identifying and addressing academic and behavioral needs, but at its core, MTSS is about ensuring every child receives what they need to thrive. When implemented through a restorative lens, MTSS becomes more than a compliance structure—it becomes a relational, equity-centered approach that prioritizes belonging, dignity, and healing. This interactive 70-minute session is designed specifically for school social workers and student support professionals. Participants will explore how restorative practices strengthen each tier of MTSS by centering relationships, amplifying student voice, and addressing root causes rather than symptoms. Through case studies, role plays, and collaborative problem-solving, attendees will leave with practical strategies to integrate restorative approaches into their intervention planning and daily practice.
Speakers
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Dr. Terrance Scott

Climate, Culture & Equity Consultant, Wayne RESA
Dr. Terrance Scott is an educator, consultant, and writer dedicated to dismantling barriers that prevent children from historically oppressed backgrounds from accessing a high-quality, joyful education. With roots in Detroit, he discovered his passion for educational equity and community... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 405

9:40am EDT

Reflect, Refine, Redesign: Embedding Comprehensive School Mental Health within MTSS
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 445
Embedding school mental health supports within MTSS requires more than adopting programs or responding to crises—it demands a coherent, intentional systemic approach. This session challenges leadership teams to examine how their existing structures align, interact, and function as a whole. Participants will explore eight essential domains of a comprehensive school mental health system and be introduced to the School Mental Health Quality Assessment Tool to support continuous improvement. Attendees will be ready to lead their teams in meaningful reflection, strategic refinement, and purposeful redesign of practices across a tiered continuum of supports. 
 

Speakers
avatar for Dr. Amber Zarb

Dr. Amber Zarb

Mental Health Consultant, Oakland Schools, Oakland Schools ISD
Dr. Amber Zarb is a Mental Health Consultant with Oakland Schools. She holds clinical level social work licenses in Washington DC and in Michigan.  She served as a School Social Worker for over a decade in urban and suburban settings, supporting diverse school communities.  She... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT
VT 445

11:00am EDT

Beyond Eligibility: Building MTSS Systems That Support Every Neurodivergent Learner
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
W 205 Wilson
This interactive session explores how schools can strengthen MTSS systems to support the whole child, especially students with neurodivergent needs who may not qualify for an IEP. Through the dual lens of a special education consultant and parent, participants will examine system gaps, align supports across tiers, and leave with actionable strategies to ensure every learner is seen, supported, and successful.
Speakers
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Ashley Mullins

Special Education Consultant, Wayne RESA
Ashley has served as a special education teacher for six years, an Assistant Principal and behavior consultant, Director of Special Education, and a contractor for MDE-OSE. She later worked as a Supervisor of Special Education and now serves as a Special Education Consultant supporting... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
W 205 Wilson

11:00am EDT

Designing an Effective MTSS Handbook: What it is and Why we need it
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 460
A well-designed MTSS handbook is essential for ensuring consistency, clarity, and effectiveness in supporting all students across a district. In this breakout session, participants will learn how to develop a comprehensive MTSS handbook tailored to their district’s needs. We will explore key components of MTSS, aligned to the Michigan Department of Education’s MTSS Practical Profile.  Attendees will leave with practical templates, models of best practice, and a roadmap for crafting a user-friendly MTSS Handbook that fosters collaboration and sustainable implementation. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing document, this session will equip you with the tools to create a valuable resource for your MTSS framework.
Speakers
avatar for Jay Haffner & Dr. Tina Kozlowski

Jay Haffner & Dr. Tina Kozlowski

Educational Improvement and Secondary Literacy Consultant/English Language Development Consultant, Oakland Schools ISD
Jay Haffner is an Educational Improvement and Secondary Literacy Consultant at Oakland Intermediate School District (Oakland Schools).  He is most interested in helping schools develop team-based leadership practices that support disciplinary literacy, adolescent literacy development... Read More →
(26.27) Designing an Effective Handbook pdf
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 460

11:00am EDT

District Spotlight: Secondary MTSS - School Day Intervention
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 705
Learn how Woodhaven High School manages complex systems change to provide an individualized pathway to growth for every student. This session explores the WBSD Way of MTSS, a holistic framework that integrates academics, behavior, attendance, and social-emotional learning (SEL) into a single, cohesive system. 
Speakers
avatar for Jay Vesperman & Phil Short

Jay Vesperman & Phil Short

High school principal /Curriculum Director, Woodhaven-Brownstown Sch. Dist.
Jay Vesperman is an experienced high school principal with a passion for leading teams through the "big shifts" in education. Whether managing complex organizational changes or building a unified school culture, Jay’s leadership is rooted in collaboration and a deep commitment to... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 705

11:00am EDT

Leveraging MTSS to Increase Motivation, Engagement and Understanding in Secondary Math
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 405
In this professional learning series, participants will explore how MTSS can be leveraged to increase student motivation, engagement, and understanding in the secondary math classroom. The series will focus on creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments that support meaningful participation, productive struggle, and positive mathematical experiences for all learners. Participants will examine strategies such as purposeful small-group instruction, accessible high-cognitive-demand tasks, and collaborative learning experiences that promote student thinking, confidence, and ownership of learning. Educators will also explore how these approaches can strengthen both Tier 1 instruction and targeted intervention supports while fostering belonging, persistence, and deeper conceptual understanding in mathematics. 
Speakers
avatar for Yarisha Johnson

Yarisha Johnson

Instruction and Pedagogy Consultant - Mathematics, Oakland Schools ISD
Yarisha Johnson is a dedicated Mathematics Education Consultant at Oakland Schools, an intermediate school district serving more than 40 public school districts and public school academies. With over two decades of hands-on experience as a middle and high school educator, administrator... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 405

11:00am EDT

The ADAPT Narrative: Using Counter-Narratives to Improve Belonging, Engagement and Outcomes
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 440
This session introduces the ADAPT Narrative framework (Awareness, Development, Achievement, Pride, Triumph) as a Tier 1 approach within MTSS to support student identity, belonging, and postsecondary readiness. Participants will explore how stereotype threat and internalized narratives impact student outcomes and how storytelling and counter-narratives can be used as culturally responsive strategies to improve engagement and social-emotional well-being. Practical tools and examples will be shared to support classroom, school, and district-level implementation.
Speakers
avatar for Quan Neloms

Quan Neloms

Career Counselor, Wayne RESA
Quan Neloms has 22 years of experience in education, working at both the K-12 and collegiate levels. One of Neloms’ signature achievements is the creation of the “Lyricist Society”. Launched in 2010 as an after-school activity, the program’s purpose is to increase student... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 11:00am - 12:10pm EDT
VT 440

1:50pm EDT

“Bridging the Gaps: Integrating Mental Health Supports and Michigan School Safety Legislation within MTSS”
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 440
This session examines how Michigan school safety legislation—including threat assessment teams, mental health liaisons, and staff training—can be effectively integrated within an MTSS framework. Participants will engage in collaborative planning, explore mental health supports across all three tiers, and leave with actionable tools to align legal requirements with student-centered practices. Ideal for school leaders, support staff, and district teams seeking to strengthen safety and wellness systems. Explore how Michigan’s school safety legislation aligns with mental health supports in a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). This session offers practical tools and collaborative planning to help schools integrate required safety measures and mental health services across Tiers 1–3.
Speakers
avatar for Danielle Tagai & Vanessa Long

Danielle Tagai & Vanessa Long

Regional Safe & Health Schools Coordinator and School Nurse Consultant, Wayne RESA
Danielle Tagai, LMSW, PSWC, C-SSWS, CTRS-C,  Safe & Healthy Schools Coordinator at Wayne RESA, has 20 years of experience in mental health and schools. As a School Social Worker for 15 years, Danielle has worked with ages 3 to 26 in general education, special education, and center-based... Read More →
Bridging the Gaps with MTSS pptx
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 440

1:50pm EDT

Are We There Yet? Using Data & Assessment to Determine Effectiveness of Interventions
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 460
We’ve all asked it—and our teams have, too: Are we there yet? In an MTSS framework, putting an intervention in place is only half the journey. The real challenge is accurately determining whether that intervention is actually moving the needle for our students. Designed for a diverse audience of administrators, MTSS coordinators, classroom teachers, and ancillary staff, this interactive breakout session moves past the theory of progress monitoring and dives straight into practical, real-world application. Together, we will explore how to leverage existing assessment data to evaluate intervention impact with confidence. Instead of just looking at spreadsheets, you will participate in collaborative activities and walk away with simple, plug-and-play frameworks and tools you can implement immediately. Learn how to streamline your data meetings, align your multidisciplinary team, and take the guesswork out of your MTSS decision-making.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Steven Snead

Dr. Steven Snead

Supervisor of Curriculum & Assessment, Oakland Schools ISD
Steven Snead serves as the Supervisor of Curriculum & Assessment at Oakland Schools. His team is responsible for providing educators across dozens of districts and charter schools with professional learning, resource development, and consultation to support deep learning for all students... Read More →
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 460

1:50pm EDT

Culturally Responsive Instruction In Action: Teaching Boys with ADHD
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
W 205 Wilson
Our boys need us! Boys are 3x as likely to be identified with ADHD and experience difficulty within the school setting. How do we provide instruction to students, specifically boys, in a way that builds relationships and trust while producing positive student outcomes? This presentation addresses a critical gap in educator preparation: the intersection of culturally responsive teaching, special education, and the specific needs of boys with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). This session was designed for a diverse audience including general education teachers, special education providers, parents, administrators, and future educators. This session combines research-based practices with practical classroom applications. Join this interactive session to learn strategies for supporting the children we know have the talent and ability to succeed in school.
Speakers
avatar for Theresa Franklin, Dawan Williams, & Angie Doelker

Theresa Franklin, Dawan Williams, & Angie Doelker

Special Education Consultants, Wayne RESA
Theresa Franklin is a special education consultant with WRESA. She has 30+ years of experience in the field of special education working in both public and charter schools. Theresa is a life-long learner, committed to continuous improvement that promotes collaborative learning environments... Read More →
Culturally Responsive Instruction in Action MTSS pdf
Culturally Responsive Teaching in Action Note Catcher pdf
Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
W 205 Wilson
 

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