Tier 1

Primary intervention is provided by the classroom teacher to all students in the general education classroom. Tier one is comprised of core reading and math programs grounded in scientifically based reading and mathematics research. Students are administered benchmark tests at least quarterly to determine instructional needs. Subsequent progress monitoring probes are then administered by classroom teachers to all students who scored below the initial benchmark. The data serves to guide the classroom instruction. Ongoing professional development provides classroom teachers with the necessary tools to ensure every student receives quality instruction.

Tier II

One reading and math program is not likely to meet the needs of all students. Therefore, it is necessary to provide supplemental, or secondary, programs to address the reading and math skills of students who are not making adequate progress in their core instruction. The purpose of Tier II intervention is to prevent these students from a continued lack of progress and a need for more intensive intervention. Tier II is delivered in small group tutoring sessions reflecting the important components of instruction based on the grade level of the students and are planned according to progress monitoring data. Students who progress to grade level are exited and their progress is monitored to assure on level reading and mathematics. Those who do not progress to grade level are provided with Tier III intervention, or therapy.

Tier III

Instructional therapy is designed for students with low reading skills and sustained lack of adequate progress when provided with primary and secondary intervention, as well as for those students who have been diagnosed with a learning disability such as a processing disorder, dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, vision impairment, auditory impairment, ADHD,ADD, anxiety, etc. Therapy at this level is designed to meet the individual needs of struggling students. Individual or very small group, the duration of instructional therapy is longer. Tier III therapy is usually provided for a minimum of two years. While it is proven to be highly successful, it is not guaranteed. Tier IIIA is for those students who have completed therapy but need classroom support and monitoring to maintain success.