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How Oxford Community Schools Uses Data to Support 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency

How Oxford Community Schools Uses Data to Support 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency

Located in northern Oakland County, about 40 miles northwest of Detroit, Oxford Community Schools (OCS) serves a suburban community that extends across five townships and two villages. The district is consistently recognized for its excellence. Many of its schools have been designated as Michigan Blue Ribbon Exemplary Schools, and the district has received numerous MASB … Continue reading How Oxford Community Schools Uses Data to Support 3rd Grade Reading Proficiency

MTSS vs RTI vs PBIS – What’s the difference?

MTSS vs RTI vs PBIS – What’s the difference?

PBIS, RTI, and MTSS can be confusing, especially since those terms are sometimes used interchangeably. There’s a lot of overlap, but they are different. Use this article as a cheat sheet (or refresher) so you can feel comfortable discussing them with parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders. Let’s start chronologically. What does PBIS stand for? PBIS … Continue reading MTSS vs RTI vs PBIS – What’s the difference?