GaMTSS Foundational Series: Building Success in Year One
April 21 - October 14

Description:
The Georgia Multi-Tiered System of Supports (GaMTSS) is a comprehensive framework designed to ensure ALL students receive high-quality instruction and support. This virtual leadership series provides the foundational content needed to establish the district infrastructure for GaMTSS starting with Tier 1. It is recommended that districts participate in this five-part series during their first year of implementation. The live sessions below explore the data, system, and practices necessary for building and sustaining a districtwide Tier 1 system of supports focused on continuous improvement. Participants will use the District Fidelity Tool (see Additional Resources below) to guide implementation throughout the series.
Session 1: Activating GaMTSS: Building from District Infrastructure to School Implementation.
Learn how to establish the foundational structures needed at the district level to support effective school-level implementation. (District Fidelity Tool: Overview)
February 24, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Session 2: Driving GaMTSS Success: Strategic Teaming for Leadership
Explore how strategic teaming can strengthen leadership and align efforts with district improvement goals. (District Fidelity Tool: Features 1-5 and 10-11)
April 21, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Session 3: Maximizing GaMTSS Impact: Integrating Tier 1 Prevention for Academics, Behavior, and Wellbeing
Discover how Tier 1 supports can be integrated across academic, behavioral, and wellbeing domains to promote student success. (District Fidelity Tool: Features 6-9, 16-17)
August 26, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Session 4: Leveraging Data for GaMTSS: Key Strategies for Efficient Decision-Making
Learn how to use data systems and team roles to support timely, effective decisions that guide Tier 1 implementation. (District Fidelity Tool: Features 19-21)
September 22, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Session 5: Sustaining GaMTSS: Refining Data-Based Decision-Making
Strengthen district capacity to monitor fidelity, evaluate outcomes, and address barriers to long-term success. (District Fidelity Tool: Features 12-15)
October 14, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Duration: 2 hours
Intended Audience: District Leaders, GaDOE Staff ALL, MTSS Coordinators, PBIS Coordinators, RESA Staff
DOE Office: Whole Child Supports
Topics: GaMTSS
Event Type: Event - Multiday
Delivery Mode(s): Virtual
Event will be recorded: Yes
Primary Contact: Amber Phillips - amber.phillips@doe.k12.ga.us
Secondary Contact: Rebecca Wright - rebecca.wright@doe.k12.ga.us
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