Using Data
Data is the GPS of the MTSS framework. It lets us know where we are, and helps us better figure out where we want to be and how to get there. The MTSS teams at both the district and the school levels are charged with reviewing data regularly to guide decision-making and problem solving. Teams should review both student outcome data as well as implementation data, which includes checks for fidelity. Read more about what makes each type of data important.
Implementation data, including checks for fidelity, let us know how well we're doing what we set out to do. Are we doing things the way we intended? Read more!
Student outcome data tells us the effectiveness of what we're doing. In a nutshell, are students meeting with academic, behavioral, and social-emotional success? Continue reading to learn more.