MTSS is a data-driven, multi-level prevention system designed to meet the needs of the whole child by implementing a continuum of tiered supports. MTSS is grounded in the belief that academics, behavior, and wellbeing are interconnected and impact student success. By integrating academics, behavior, and wellbeing data, systems, and practices, teams can align efforts to address barriers to learning and improve outcomes. 

Data-Based Decision Making

Peach County MTSS relies on academic, behavior, and wellbeing data to inform decision making. By analyzing meaningful data using a consistent problem-solving process, educators can accurately identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Peach County utalizes STAR Reading and Math as a universal screener for all students. Additional data that is uses can include behavior data, attendance, Milestone Scores,

Academics

The academic strand of the MTSS rope refers to instruction and student performance in the core content areas (Reading/ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies). The data used to indicate concerns and track progress may include screeners, formative assessments, and summative evaluations. 

Behavior

Student behavior is a form of communication and can indicate a need related to academics or wellness. Therefore, it's important to find out why the behavior is happening. The behavior strand of the MTSS rope represents behavior outcomes, such as attendance and discipline data, in addition to the proactive integrated tiered system of support established for all students. MTSS includes and follows the research on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), which is essential to supporting the Whole Child. ​

​​Wellbeing

The wellbeing of adults and students is a significant part of a positive school climate and school success. The wellbeing strand of the GaMTSS rope includes:

1. Basic or physiological needs (food, water, housing, clothing, etc.)

2. Safety (physical and psychological safety, child abuse/neglect prevention, etc.)

3. ​Physical health (vision, hearing, etc.)

4. ​​Mental health (self-regulation, sense of belonging, self-esteem, etc.) 

By analyzing wellbeing data in connection with academic and behavior data, teams are better equipped to identify barriers to success and plan for improvement.