Strong Universal Level of Support means instruction, assessment and collaborative systems and practices are accessible, effective and reflective of every learner.
Defining Elements
- Every learner experiences good first teaching based on high academic and behavioral expectations in an environment conducive to learning
- Educators use agreed-upon evidence-based and culturally responsive classroom management, curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices with fidelity
- Practices are supported and refined through coaching and by reviewing data in collaboration with learners, families, and peers
- Academic, behavioral, social, and emotional wellness are proactively promoted for all
- Meets the needs of at least 80% of learners (both overall and for disaggregated populations)
Key System Feature Resources
- Universal Design for Learning
- Strong Universal Level of Support: Wisconsin RtI Center
- Wisconsin School Mental Health Framework
- Social and Emotional Learning Competencies
- Wisconsin Framework for Principal Leadership. See 1.2.2 Student Achievement Focus
- Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports: SWPBIS Implementation Blueprint. See Preventative perspective; Continuum of evidence-based interventions