International Reading Association comments re: RTI - Principles

They state collaboration is one of the most important, effective strategies to be able to implement a strong RTI model.  At this point, I believe our collaboration is weak.

This article seems like a lead-in to be able to talk to each other about RTI with some background.  Also focuses on the language we use with each other as RTI may be implemented.

Coordinated planning is essential.  We do not focus on the basic instructional plans and strategies that Journeys presents.

"RTI calls for deliberate, intentional, and ongoing collaboration".  At Chimacum, we've wasted so much time that was set aside for collaboration.  Rarely do we attain intentional focus.

For each concept:

1. Underlying realities
2. Possible differences to discuss
3. Conversation starters

ELA: Readers, writers, speakers, and listeners

Fidelity of Implementation -- The linchpin of RTI

Child Study Team?  RTI team.  Problem Solving Team.  Data Review Team.  Assessment and Instruction Collaborative.