Tier 2 instruction occurs when analysis of universal screening and other data indicates a student who is not meeting or who is exceeding grade level benchmarks. This tier provides targeted instructional intervention(s) and progress is regularly monitored. About fifteen percent of students will succeed at this level of instruction. Students must receive general education instruction plus targeted intervention. Movement between the tiers/level of support should be fluid and based on the student’s response or non-responsiveness to instruction.
Focused targeted instruction is implemented for students who are not successful in Tier 1 or for students who have exceeded the benchmarks early or quickly. Targeted academic and behavioral instruction is in addition to the core instruction.
Approximately 15% of all students will respond with success to core and supplemental academic/behavior instruction
Tier 2 includes the following features:
Implementation of evidence-based academic and behavioral curricula with fidelity
Analysis of formative and summative assessment data for decision making purposes
Involvement of family and community is encouraged
Implementation of multiple and varied academic and behavioral interventions which are matched with individual student needs
Providing professional learning opportunities for all staff
Monitoring of academic and behavioral progress