“Staff Rollout” webinar now available
The NeMTSS team has developed a four-part webinar series to enhance the use of evidence-based strategies in classrooms across the state. The first part of the series, Crash Course, is now available.
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Nebraska Department of Education releases new NeMTSS Framework
The 2023 NeMTSS Framework is now available. The revised framework is designed to ensure every student across Nebraska has access to learning experiences that enhance their educational outcomes.
PBIS–SEBL Tier 2 Training Series
Join Scott Eckman, NEMTSS regional support lead and Nebraska Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (NPBIS) coordinator, and Heather Robbins, NeMTSS system consultant, in a series of virtual trainings on PBIS Tier 2 data, systems and practices.
NeMTSS offers overview of social, emotional and behavioral learning
On Feb. 27, NeMTSS Social, Emotional and Behavioral Learning (SEBL) Specialists Emily Arkfeld, Jill Guenther and Mackenzie Riedel are excited to offer a 60-minute SEBL Overview for teams interested in strengthening or beginning the process of implementing SEBL.
NeMTSS workshop focuses on PBIS in the classroom
NeMTSS will offer a free “PBIS In the Classroom” workshop on Feb. 1, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CST (8 a.m. to 2 p.m MST). District and school administrators and leadership teams from across Nebraska are encouraged to participate. Register today!
CIP template: Spring 2023 office hours available
This spring, NeMTSS Regional Support Leads and staff from the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Accountability, Accreditation, and Program Approval will again offer virtual office hours to answer questions about Continuous Improvement (CI) and the Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) template that debuted last fall. Register today!
“Crash Course” webinars now available
The NeMTSS team has developed a four-part webinar series to enhance the use of evidence-based strategies in classrooms across the state. The first part of the series, Crash Course, is now available.
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa to offer writing workshops Jan. 23 and 24
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, founder of B.E.L.I.E.V.E., will offer two virtual workshops in January focused on “The Writing Recipe” — an effective writing instruction approach.
SEBL Coffee Connect in spring 2023
The NeMTSS team is excited to continue SEBL Coffee Connect in spring 2023. This virtual event series aims to build collaboration, community, and capacity among educators and others implementing social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL) in Nebraska schools. These conversations are free and open to all Nebraska educators and those working to support SEBL across the state. Registration is required.
Webinar series focuses on evidence-based strategies for teaching
NeMTSS team is excited to announce a new webinar series aimed at enhancing the use of evidence-based strategies in classrooms across Nebraska, with a focus on providing Tier 1 Core supports within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) framework. The four-part webinar series includes 10 pre-recorded videos that outline evidence-based strategies for teaching to help schools and districts achieve the goals set forth in their Targeted Improvement Plans (TIPs).
New Continuous Improvement Plan template available
As part of the NeMTSS team’s coherence work with the Nebraska Department of Education, a revised template has been created to help schools document their continuous improvement efforts. The new Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) template captures all areas of continuous improvement to reduce redundancy and ensure coherence across the state, and it is structured to meet all regulatory requirements for Section 009 – Continuous Improvement as set forth in NAC 92 Chapter 10 – Regulations and Procedures for the Accreditation of Schools.
Announcing Supplemental SEBL Trainings
The NeMTSS team is excited to offer a variety of Supplemental SEBL Trainings throughout the 2022-23 school year. These trainings aim to provide support and build knowledge among educators and others implementing social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL) in Nebraska schools.
New Team page launched
Nebraska MTSS has a new and improved Team page! This past year, we worked to strengthen our regional ties and work together in regional support teams. The new page has been reorganized to better reflect how our regional support team members serve programs and districts throughout the state, and makes it easier to find who you are looking for on the website.
SEBL Coffee Connect series continues
The NeMTSS team is excited to continue SEBL Coffee Connect in fall 2022. This virtual event series aims to build collaboration and community among educators and others implementing social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL) in Nebraska schools.
Get to know the Pyramid Model
The NeMTSS team has expanded support for early childhood programs and school districts throughout the state in the past year. The early childhood education team now includes five dedicated regional facilitators located throughout the state who partner with early childhood programs to support their growth within NeMTSS. They use the Pyramid Model as a multi-tiered…
2022 Nebraska MTSS Summit: Creating Coherence
2022 Nebraska MTSS Summit Creating Coherence October 13-14, 2022 – Hybrid Join us this fall for the 2022 Nebraska MTSS Summit on Oct. 13 and 14 in Kearney! The two-day event, hosted by the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Special Education, will feature engaging presentations and interactive breakout sessions around the theme of…
Recognizing SEL Day 2022
The NeMTSS Team is excited to join celebrations for International SEL Day 2022 — an opportunity to collectively spread the word about the importance and impact of social-emotional learning (SEL). Working together, we can raise awareness for SEL, bring on new SEL partners, demonstrate SEL in action, share SEL best practices and more. Search the…
Celebrating school social workers in Nebraska
National School Social Work Week is March 6-11 In honor of National School Social Work Week (SSWW), celebrated March 6-11, the NeMTSS team would like to recognize Nebraska’s school social workers and celebrate the impactful work they are doing to help their students, families and school communities — especially as we have navigated the…
Educator Spotlight: Jamie Soper, Kimball Public Schools
Jamie Soper, Principal, Mary Lynch Elementary School Kimball Public Schools How long have you been in education? Jamie Soper: 21 years Can you briefly describe your work with NeMTSS? JS: MTSS processes drive the decisions made at Kimball Public Schools. I am currently a member of our district’s Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) team, as…
Essential Element | Data-Based Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
Essential Element | Data-Based Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Welcome to the final installment of our six-part blog series on the Essential Elements in NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are one of the first things new districts learn about during Systems Training. They are encouraged to think about how each element plays a part in their district…
Educator Spotlight: Valerie Parrack, Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Valerie Parrack, Middle School English Teacher Papillion La Vista Community Schools Papillion, Nebraska How long have you been in education? Valerie Parrack: 16 years Can you briefly describe your work with NeMTSS? VP: Our school has been integrating Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) into our culture for several years. As we continue…
Essential Element | Layered Continuum of Supports
Essential Element | Layered Continuum of Supports Welcome to the fifth installment of our six-part blog series on the Essential Elements in NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are one of the first things new districts learn about during Systems Training. They are encouraged to think about how each element plays a part in their district…
Conversation series focuses on social, emotional and behavioral learning
Join us for SEBL Coffee Connect! The NeMTSS team is excited to introduce SEBL Coffee Connect in 2022, a new virtual event series that aims to build collaboration and community among educators and others implementing social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL) in Nebraska schools. Each session will start with information from NeMTSS SEBL Specialists Emily…
Join the HAL/NeMTSS pilot project
Apply now to join the HAL/NeMTSS Pilot Project The Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Teaching, Learning and Assessment is gearing up to conduct research on the effectiveness of Nebraska’s Multi-tiered System of Support among high ability learners (HAL) — and we invite you to participate! The team is currently looking for Nebraska schools…
NeMTSS recognizes school psychology
National School Psychology Week is Nov. 8-12 National School Psychology Week is an opportunity to highlight the important role school psychologists play in helping students thrive, as well as how their work contributes to successful multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS). “Though the work of school psychologists has always been important, the increasing mental health…
Social, Emotional and Behavioral Learning (SEBL) Workshop Series
Bring the SEBL Workshop Series to your school! Within NeMTSS, social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL) specialists at the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families and Schools provide evidence-based professional development and implementation support to build educators’ capacity to practice, teach and model SEBL competencies among adults and students to improve school…
Educator Spotlight: Sarah Schuppan, Westside Community Schools
Sarah Schuppan, Kindergarten Teacher Westside Community Schools Omaha, Nebraska How long have you been in education? Sarah Schuppan: 23 years Can you briefly describe your work with NeMTSS? SS: As a general education kindergarten teacher, I use a Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS) in my daily teaching to increase the percentage of students…
Meet the NeMTSS Team: 2021-22 School Year
Meet the NeMTSS Team 2021-22 School Year As schools welcome students back this fall, we want to take this time to introduce the newest members of the Nebraska Multi-tiered System of Support (NeMTSS) team. For the 2021-22 school year, we have made some shifts and added new positions to offer more support to educators throughout…
Essential Element | Building Capacity & Infrastructure for Implementation
Essential Element | Building Capacity & Infrastructure for Implementation Welcome to the fourth installment of our six-part series on the Essential Elements in NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are one of the first things new districts learn about during Systems Training. They are encouraged to think about how each element plays a part in…
Essential Element | Evidence-Based Practices: Curriculum, Instruction, Intervention & Assessment
Essential Element | Evidence-Based Practices: Curriculum, Instruction, Intervention & Assessment Welcome to the third installment of our six-part blog series on the Essential Elements in NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are one of the first things new districts learn about during System Training. They are encouraged to think about how each element plays a part…
2021 Nebraska MTSS Summit: Essentials for Renewal and Acceleration
2021 Nebraska MTSS Summit October 7-8, 2021 – Virtual Essentials for Renewal and Acceleration Join us this fall for the 2021 NeMTSS Summit on Oct. 7 and 8! Essentials for Renewal and Acceleration is the theme of this year’s all-virtual event, hosted by the Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Special Education. As students…
Educator Spotlight: Chelsea Feusner, Kearney Public Schools
Chelsea Feusner, Director of Pre-K through Grade 5 Education Kearney Public Schools Kearney, Nebraska How long have you been in education? Chelsea Feusner: 16 years Can you briefly describe your work with NeMTSS? CF: As a district leader, I sit on our Kearney Public Schools (KPS) District MTSS committee. MTSS drives our decisions…
Essential Element: Communication, Collaboration & Partnerships
Essential Element: Communication, Collaboration & Partnerships Welcome to the second of our six-part series on the Essential Elements of NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are the building blocks to a deeply implemented system and are one of the first things districts learn about during day one of System Training. Educators are encouraged to make connections…
Social-Emotional Learning Day 2021
In honor of International SEL Day, NeMTSS Project Associate Maureen Halpenny sat down with NeMTSS SEBL Statewide Lead Lindsee Fryatt to learn a little bit about social-emotional learning (SEL) and social, emotional and behavioral learning (SEBL). Watch their conversation below to find out about SEL and SEBL in Nebraska! For more information, visit our Resource…
NPBIS Ten-Minute Tidbit: Alternatives to Exclusionary Discipline with Heather Robbins
In her latest Ten-Minute Tidbit video, Nebraska PBiS trainer Heather Robbins provides educators with insights on finding alternatives to exclusionary practices. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support, PBiS, aims to create safe and positive learning environments for children to improve academic success. Find more information on Nebraska PBiS on their website and watch more…
Complex Texts and Knowledge-Building in Grades 6-12 Webinar
This spring, the Nebraska Department of Education, along with Great Minds, is holding a free webinar focused on selecting grade appropriate complex texts to help build literacy in grades 6 through 12. In addition to the selection process, educators will learn about evaluating the quality and rigor of lesson plans designed around novels. The webinar…
Educator Spotlight: Steve Dike, Ainsworth Public Schools
Steve Dike, Principal Ainsworth High School & Middle School Ainsworth, Nebraska How long have you been in education? Steve Dike: 33 years Can you briefly describe your work with NeMTSS? SD: As a member of the Ainsworth Public Schools administrative team, I work with our Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP) team,…
Save the Dates: 2021 Nebraska MTSS Summit
2021 Nebraska MTSS Summit October 7-8, 2021 Essentials for Renewal and Acceleration The Nebraska Department of Education’s Office of Special Education is excited to announce the 2021 NeMTSS Summit, “Essentials for Renewal and Acceleration,” will take place Oct. 7 and 8. Registration opens May 15 and the cost is $25 per person. The all-virtual…
Essential Element: Shared Leadership
Essential Element: Shared Leadership We are excited to introduce a new series on the six Essential Elements in NeMTSS. The Essential Elements are the building blocks to a deeply implemented system and are one of the first things districts learn about during day one of System Training. Educators are encouraged to make connections to…
NPBIS Ten-Minute Tidbit: Recognition and Reinforcement with Heather Robbins
Heather Robbins, a trainer with Nebraska PBiS, wants to help educators with recognition and reinforcement in her latest Ten-Minute Tidbit. Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support, PBiS, aims to create safe and positive learning environments for children to improve academic success. Watch as Heather goes over the importance of recognition and reinforcement with students,…
Lessons learned from a career supporting school reform through RTI/MTSS with Dr. George M. Batsche
On-Demand Webinar: “Lessons Learned from a Career Supporting School Reform Through RTI/MTSS” Looking to learn more about implementing MTSS in your school or district? Check out this Branching Minds webinar featuring insights and lessons learned from RTI/MTSS expert George M. Batsche, Ph.D. The Jan. 14 question and answer session covers topics such as:…
Professional learning series focuses on reading science research
Science of Reading Professional Learning and Community of Practice Series The Nebraska Department of Education, in partnership with TNTP, will host the Science of Reading Professional Learning and Community of Practice Series beginning Nov. 5. The extended closure of school buildings shined a spotlight on the persistent inequities students — particularly those most vulnerable —…
NeMTSS launches revamped Program Comparison Tool
The Nebraska Multi-tiered Systems of Support (NeMTSS) team is excited to launch its new Program Comparison Tool. The popular resource has been revamped from a static chart into a dynamic, web-based format for easy sorting and filtering — making it more efficient for Nebraska teachers, administrators and other decision-makers to identify programs and interventions that…
‘Teaching Reading is Rocket Science’ webinar Sept. 28
Teaching Reading is Rocket Science Webinar by Louisa Moats, Ed.D. Mark your calendars for a webinar featuring literacy expert and author Louisa Moats, Ed.D! Monday, Sept. 28 4:15-5:15 p.m. Moats will summarize the highlights of her updated paper for the American Federation of Teachers, Teaching Reading IS Rocket Science (2020), with a focus on…
From disruption to innovation: Setting the stage for SEL and equity
By Kristy Feden, Regional Facilitator, Region 5, Nebraska Department of Education The current challenges, unrest and disruptions in our country stemming from COVID-19 and the heightened awareness of social injustice offered Nebraska an opportunity to assess current practices and increase collaboration across sectors. The result is innovation that will bring educators, students, families and community…
NeMTSS launches new Pyramid Model website resource
The Pyramid Model The Nebraska Multi-tiered System of Support (NeMTSS) team is leveraging the Pyramid Model to help ensure that all children experience supportive learning environments that promote positive social-emotional growth and development. Visit our new Pyramid Model resource page for all the details. The Pyramid Model approach uses evidence-based practices and resources that align…
2020 Nebraska MTSS Summit moves online
2020 Nebraska MTSS Summit Virtual Series: Moving Forward into the Unknown The Nebraska Department of Education’s 2020 Nebraska MTSS Summit, originally planned to be held in Kearney, was hosted entirely online to ensure attendees’ safety and well-being amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. “Moving Forward into the Unknown” features a wide variety of sessions designed…
NDE ‘launches’ professional learning webinar series May 14
Launch Nebraska: Summer Learning and Beyond Professional Learning Webinar Series The Nebraska Department of Education, in partnership with SchoolKit, is excited to announce a 10-session, virtual professional learning series designed to provide instructional leaders with knowledge and skills related to unfinished learning, instructional equity, and remote instruction. This professional learning series is a component…
Spring 2020 NeMTSS Newsletter
Spring 2020 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #8 In this issue, you’ll find information on how the Nebraska MTSS team can support school districts virtually, details on the Pyramid Model and Nebraska Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (NPBIS) frameworks, as well as an update on the proposal deadline for the NeMTSS Summit in September. View Newsletter
Winter 2020 NeMTSS Newsletter
Winter 2020 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #7 This issue of the NeMTSS newsletter includes details on the upcoming “Moving Forward Together” NeMTSS Summit in Kearney, information on the benefits of using MTSS in secondary settings, and other updates on teams, events and professional learning opportunities. View Newsletter
Nebraska School Mental Health Conference to be held June 4-5
Nebraska School Mental Health Conference June 4-5, 2020 Save the date for the Nebraska School Mental Health Conference, hosted by the Kim Foundation and ESU #3. The theme will be “Advancing HOPE: Health, Opportunities, Partnership and Equity.” Mark your calendars Nebraska School Mental Health Conference June 4-5, 2020 Embassy Suites La Vista Conference Center…
How one Lincoln school turned around its absentee rate and earned a good state rating
Margaret Reist | Lincoln Journal Star Two years ago, 20% of Culler Middle School students missed so many days of school their absenteeism got a label: chronic. Research shows that chronic absenteeism — when students miss at least 10% of school in a year, or about 18 days — is linked to poor academic performance…
Winter 2019 NeMTSS Newsletter
Winter 2019 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #5 Catch up on the latest NeMTSS news, including progress toward our 2018-19 goals, Nebraska legislative updates, job opportunities and more. View Newsletter
Westside Schools see big improvement with new teaching approach
Westside Schools see big improvement with new teaching approach Sept. 18, 2018 By Brian Mastre, WOWT OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) – Westside Schools saw troubling numbers and made a plan. The quick turnaround has been amazing. Kindergartners at Westbrook Elementary scored a 35 percent on a proficiency test that looked at sounds of letters and the alphabet.…
August 2018 NeMTSS Newsletter
August 2018 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #4 This issue of the NeMTSS newsletter includes a farewell to Tanya Ihlo and introductions to new NeMTSS team members, as well as an overview of the program’s 2017-18 progress and priorities for 2018-19. View Newsletter
May 2018 NeMTSS Newsletter
May 2018 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #3 This issue of the NeMTSS newsletter includes an overview of what schools can expect with NeMTSS training, special education identification through NeMTSS and an insightful stakeholder testimonial from Amy Mundil of ESU 1. View Newsletter
February 2018 NeMTSS Newsletter
February 2018 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #2 This issue of the NeMTSS newsletter includes updates on NeMTSS development work and progress and systems alignment efforts for the 2017-2018 school year and beyond. It also highlights important differences between response to intervention (RTI) and NeMTSS, and updates on stakeholder priorities. View Newsletter
December 2017 NeMTSS Newsletter
December 2017 | NeMTSS Newsletter, Issue #1 We are pleased to share the first NeMTSS newsletter, a resource for Nebraska stakeholders to find out the latest information on Nebraska’s Multi-tiered System of Support. The inaugural issue includes updates on NeMTSS development work and progress from the fall of 2017, along with systems alignment efforts, next…