MTSS for the Whole Child: Align Systems & Elevate All Learners: Full Schedule

9:40am EDT

Tuesday September 29, 2026 9:40am - 10:50am EDT

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

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

Audience Teacher, Instructional coach, Secondary principal or assistant principal, District leader

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

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

Audience Teacher, Instructional coach, Secondary principal or assistant principal

1:50pm EDT

Leading with Clarity: MTSS and Michigan's K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Law

Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT

VT 405

Navigating the intersection of MTSS and Michigan’s K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia law can feel overwhelming and daunting for leaders who already shoulder an increasing number of responsibilities. Leaders don’t just need to know the law, they need a clear, actionable roadmap to implement it in a way that integrates this work into existing improvement efforts and supports meaningful change. This session will focus on the following essential question: How do we align these new, rigorous mandates with our existing systems without causing initiative fatigue?
Designed for educational leaders who want to move past compliance and toward sustainable impact. We will explore the core components of Michigan’s K-12 Literacy and Dyslexia Law and demonstrate how a robust Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) serves as a vehicle for implementation. We will also specifically focus on continuous data-based decision-making at all tiers within a robust MTSS framework will help ensure equitable literacy outcomes for all learners,
Leave this session with the clarity needed to lead your staff, align your resources, and helpful tools to support planning.

Speakers

Christina Carlin

Literacy Consultant, Oakland Schools

Christina Carlin serves as an Elementary Literacy Consultant in the Curriculum and Assessment unit of the District and School Services department at Oakland Schools. As part of this team, she supports districts across the county to improve teacher efficacy and student outcomes by... Read More →

Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 405

Audience Instructional coach, District leader, Teacher

MTSS for the Whole Child: Align Systems & Elevate All Learners

9:40am EDT

Dr. Terrance Scott

11:00am EDT

Yarisha Johnson

1:50pm EDT

Christina Carlin

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