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

9:40am EDT

Equitable MTSS in Action: Collaborating to Accelerate Growth for English Learners

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

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

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

Audience Teacher, Instructional coach, Social worker, Elementary principal, Secondary principal or assistant principal, District leader

1:50pm EDT

What's your North Star?: Integrating MTSS and Continuous Improvement to Focus Collective Effort

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

VT 450

MTSS and continuous school improvement (MICIP) are not separate systems — but they may function that way. Separate teams, separate data cycles, and separate meetings create redundancy, staff confusion, and improvement plans that never fully connect to the work happening in classrooms.

This session is designed for district leaders who are responsible for the leadership of these systems (MTSS and MICIP).

Speakers

Dr. Katie DaCruz

Continuous Improvement Consultant, Oakland Schools

Dr. Katelin (Katie) DaCruz is a Continuous Improvement Consultant at Oakland Schools, with a focus on schools involved in the Statewide System of Support (SSOS). Prior to her current role, Katie served as Supervisor of Continuous Improvement and District MTSS Coordinator at Godfrey-Lee... Read More →

North Star Integrating MTSS and CI Slides pptx

Tuesday September 29, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT
VT 450

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

9:40am EDT

Christina Kozlowski

1:50pm EDT

Dr. Katie DaCruz

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