What is MTSS?
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Georgia Multi-Tiered System of Supports (GaMTSS) is a data-driven, multi-level prevention system designed to meet the needs of the whole child by implementing a continuum of tiered supports. GaMTSS is grounded in the belief that academics, behavior, and well-being are interconnected and impact student success. By integrating academics, behavior, and well-being data, systems, and practices, teams can align efforts to address barriers to learning and improve the outcome.
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The academic strand of the GaMTSS rope refers to instruction and student performance in the core content areas. The data is used to indicate concerns and track progress.
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Student behavior is a form of communication and can indicate a need related to academics or wellness. The behavior strand of the GaMTSS rope represents behavior outcomes, such as attendance and discipline data, in addition to the proactive integrated tiered system of support established for all students.
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The well-being of adults and students is a significant part of a positive school climate and school success. The well-being strand of the GaMTSS rope includes:
- Basic or physiological needs (food, water, housing, clothing, etc.)
- Safety (physical and psychological safety, child abuse/neglect prevention, etc.)
- Physical health (dental, vision, hearing, etc.)
- ċMental health (self-regulation, sense of belonging, self-esteem, etc.)
