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Educators typically begin building MTSS behavior support at the universal, or tier one, level. Yet, very often, there is a need to start with tier two supports as many schools are "fat in the middle," meaning they have over 15% of their students who need some level of behavior support beyond tier one. This session will describe an effective tier two program; "Restorative Reset Method" developed in a Missouri school district that has effectively aligned numbers within tiers and as a result decreased office referrals by 48%. Student data and freely accessible resources will be shared.
This session explores proactive, research-based strategies rooted in the science of behavior analysis to build a structured framework for student academic and behavioral success. Participants will examine key studies on student achievement, behavior management, and school-wide frameworks like MTSS, PBIS, and RTI. The session highlights evidence-based instructional strategies, including differentiated learning, formative assessment, and fostering a growth mindset. Additionally, it covers behavioral approaches such as PBIS, social-emotional learning, and restorative practices. Through discussion and action planning, attendees will develop practical steps to apply behavior analytic principles in their schools, ensuring a supportive environment that promotes both academic progress and positive student behavior.
This session will focus on utilizing the Missouri Learning Standards to assist in writing a standards-based IEP utilizing multiple resources. While there are standards for secondary teachers, this session will focus on K-5 resource teachers writing IEPs aligned with curriculum.
Join us for an interactive session where you'll discover proven strategies for effective data collection that engages all stakeholders. Learn how to create systems that streamline data gathering, ensure inclusivity, and empower teachers, students, and families alike. Walk away with actionable insights on using data to drive impactful interventions that support student success. Whether you're new to data collection or looking to refine your approach, this session offers practical tools to enhance your school’s data-driven decision-making. Don’t miss the chance to transform your data into powerful action!
Co-Teaching is growing and knowing how to effectively co-teach is not easy. We will go over the co-teaching model with how to effectively use it from the Regular Educator and Special Educator perspectives. Effective Co-teachings leads to effective interventions with all struggling learners and we will model examples of effective interventions. Co-taught or not you will leave with ideas to improve your teaching and make more effective interventions in your classroom/school for the 2025-2026 school year.
Picture this: A high school where students thrive as mental health ambassadors, breaking stigmas and transforming their school’s culture. That's exactly what's happening at Branson High School, Missouri's leader in mental wellness classes. In this eye-opening session, dive into the journey of how they’ve turned traditional mental health support on its head by putting students in the driver's seat through partnerships with Burrell Behavioral Health and Sources of Strength. At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to communicate the benefits and barriers to such programs and create a plan to launch within their own campuses.
In this hands-on session, explore how to apply Peter Liljedahl’s 14 Building Thinking Classrooms principles in a special education setting. Engage in dynamic thinking tasks that reveal student thought patterns, provide meaningful practice for consumer math, and build student confidence. Discover how these fun, semi-structured tasks promote problem-solving and communication while offering creative opportunities for earning low-stakes points. Walk away with practical strategies to foster deeper mathematical thinking. At the end of the presentation, participants will have the tools to implement thinking tasks that encourage risk-taking, promote productive struggle, enhance math confidence, and uncover valuable student insights.
