RTI

=**Response to Intervention**= RTI is a school-wide model, which provides a data-driven, iterative approach to meeting the needs of all students. Though it looks different in every school, it should: = =
 * 1) ensure high quality, differentiated instruction in the general education setting (tier 1)
 * 2) provide targeted, evidence-based interventions (tier 2)
 * 3) assist with the identification of students with learning disabilities, who are in need of specialized instruction (tier 3)



=**Student Intervention Team (SIT)**= Every DPS school has a Student Intervention Team, comprised of various teachers and an administrator. The make-up of this team varies building to building, as does the method in which staff members join or get appointed. The SIT process supports teachers, parents, and students within the RTI framework, to develop a plan for improving a student's response to instruction, or intervention. As a Special Educator, you should not be a required member of the SIT. Although you will develop expertise that will benefit the SIT on a consulting basis in the future, it is recommended that you do not join SIT as an official member. It is important, however, that you have a strong line of communication established with the SIT Chairperson, as the SIT process often merges with the Initial Eligibility, or Special Education Referral, process.

Link to Howell's SIT site