GaMTSS Foundational Series for Schools: Building Success in Year One
March 12 - November 10

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 five-part foundational series for schools provides an exploration of the data, systems, and practices necessary for building and sustaining a Tier 1 system of supports focused on continuous improvement.
It is recommended that schools participate in this series during their first year of implementation and receive follow-up coaching from their District Implementation Leads (DILs) after each session to guide implementation.
Session 1: Activating GaMTSS: Building from District Infrastructure to School Implementation.
Learn how to build on the foundation created at the district level to support effective school-level implementation. (School Fidelity Tool: Overview)
March 12, 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 school leadership and align efforts to meet improvement goals. (School Fidelity Tool: Features 1.1-1.3 and 1.13-1.14)
August 12, 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. (School Fidelity Tool: Features 1.10-1.12 and 1.6-1.9)
September 15, 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. (School Fidelity Tool: Features 1.3-1.4, 1.6-1.9)
October 1, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Session 5: Sustaining GaMTSS: Refining Data-Based Decision Making
Strengthen capacity to monitor fidelity, evaluate outcomes, and address barriers to long-term success. (School Fidelity Tool: Feature 1.5)
November 10, 2026 | 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Duration: 2 hours
Intended Audience: District Leaders, GaDOE Staff ALL, MTSS Coordinators, PBIS Coordinators, School Leaders
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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