NV MTSS Coaching Resources by Sabrina Fields

3 Ways to Use the DSFI to Build District Coaching Capacity

sabrinafields — 2026-07-13 20:54:42 UTC

What is the TFI?

sabrinafields — 2026-07-13 21:01:09 UTC

TFI Action Planning Form

brookewagner1 — 2026-07-13 21:57:43 UTC

Nevada MTSS Coaching: TFI Overview at Tier 1 Level

sabrinafields — 2026-07-13 21:58:06 UTC

The 5:1 Ratio

sabrinafields — 2026-07-14 21:28:52 UTC

5:1 Magic!

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Family to School Relationship part 1

sabrinafields — 2026-07-14 21:29:38 UTC

Part 1 of a 3-part mini series

Nevada MTSS Evaluation: CMOT Video

heidib20 — 2026-07-14 21:44:21 UTC

To access the document use this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yXgudbIHjkHFFs4Qur0YkhdzLJnsSspa/view?usp=drive_link

NV MTSS Training: Tips for Scoring

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 17:29:04 UTC

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Google's Data Studio for Schools

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 17:36:55 UTC

Google's Data Studio was formally known as Google Looker Studio

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Family to School Relationship part 2

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 18:41:27 UTC

Part 2 of a 3-part mini series

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Family to School Relationship part 3

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 18:42:28 UTC

Part 3 of a 3-part mini series

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Timeline of Completing your TFI 3.0

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 18:55:11 UTC

Check out the great TFI resources we have compiled here!

Nevada MTSS Coaching: District Systems Fidelity Inventory

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 19:28:37 UTC

Nevada MTSS Coaching: Competing Behavior Pathway

sabrinafields — 2026-07-15 19:49:13 UTC

Turning behavior problems into goals.

Drill Down Worksheet: PBISApps

sabrinafields — 2026-07-17 17:37:40 UTC

Use this tool to help name precise problems and create an action statement/plan.

Plan Evaluation Flowchart

sabrinafields — 2026-07-17 18:23:22 UTC

While examining your Tier 1 follow the flowchart for fidelity. Adapted from: Harlacher, Potter, Collins, 2024

Untangling Data-Based Decision Making

sabrinafields — 2026-07-17 18:27:46 UTC

Untangling Data-Based Decision Making: A Problem-Solving Model to Enhance MTSS (A practical tool to help you make sense of student data for effective use in MTSS)

by Jason E.l Harlacher (Author), Jon Potter (Author), Adam Collins (Author)

Nevada MTSS Training Team Compiled List of Universal Screeners

sabrinafields — 2026-07-17 21:40:30 UTC

Use this link for Academic Screening Tools Chart: https://charts.intensiveintervention.org/ascreening

MTSS Tier 1 Data Roadmap

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:11:05 UTC

A pathway for Nevada educators.

How to Strengthen Tier 1 Practices

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:14:32 UTC

Using the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) & student data to strengthen Tier 1.

Data Review Protocol

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:33:07 UTC

Recommended monthly for Departments & Grade-Level Teams

Examples of Data-Based Decision Making

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:34:46 UTC

Key points for effective educational planning:

Use recent student data for informed planning.
Teachers explain their instructional strategies.
Flexible groups adjust based on data.
Focus data discussions on actionable changes.
Action plans detail who, what, when, and how to measure progress.

TFI-Informed Actions for Tier 1 Improvement

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:37:28 UTC

System -Level Review
Selecting Advanced Tier Practices
Decision-Making Questions for Teams

Systems-Level Actions Based on Data

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:38:32 UTC

“Fix Tier 1 first.” A strong Tier 1 system decreases the need for advanced supports, improving overall outcomes. Utilize TFI for system health and aggregated student data for effective prevention and support.

Grade-Level Communities of Practice

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 18:40:17 UTC

Evidence of Strong Communities of Practice

Conversations stay focused on teaching and learning
Data is used to guide decisions
All voices are heard and valued
Meetings result in clear action steps
Teachers leave feeling supported

Five Positive & Proactive Classroom Strategies

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 20:56:16 UTC

"Am I dedicating more time to teaching and reinforcing expected behaviors rather than correcting misbehaviors?"

The Science Behind Routines and the Brain

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 20:57:34 UTC

Children and adolescents face challenges in focusing due to their maturing brains. Establishing routines in the classroom minimizes stimuli for the prefrontal cortex, helping students better engage with learning.

Expectations and Rules

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:01:32 UTC

Ways to establish classroom rules linked to school-wide expectations in order to promote appropriate behavior.

High-Impact Student Engagement Practices

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:02:40 UTC

Engaged students

Are more motivated to participate
Enjoy achieving learning goals
Persist through challenges
Feel intrinsically motivated to deepen understanding

Acknowledgement of Appropriate Behaviors

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:04:14 UTC

Extensive research shows Behavior-Specific Praise (BSP) dramatically increases on-task behavior while reducing challenging and disruptive classroom actions.

Responding to Inappropriate Behaviors

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:05:16 UTC

Punishing problem behavior without teaching alternative skills increases aggression, vandalism, and dropouts.

The 5-Step Specific Error Correction

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:06:26 UTC

Follow up with Behavior-Specific Praise the moment the student displays the correct behavior.

Supportive Classroom Climate Practices

sandrae11 — 2026-07-20 21:08:23 UTC

Build relationships with students outside of academics.

Student Engagement Instrument (SEI): Check & Connect

sabrinafields — 2026-08-06 18:55:04 UTC

SEI is a brief 35 item self-reporting survey measuring cognitive & affective engagement and is validated for students in 6th through 12th grade. Data allows school professionals to gain insights into a student’s sense of control, intrinsic motivation, and future aspirations (cognitive engagement factors). Support teams working with students will also have a better understanding of a student’s relationships with teachers, peers, and family support (affective engagement factors). Download PDFs available at bottom of page

Teaching to an Evidence-Based Curriculum

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 21:51:11 UTC

Evidence-based curriculum + explicit teaching + data-driven differentiation =

Strong Tier 1 instruction that prevents many students from needing Tier 2 or 3 support.

Academic Instructional Practices

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 21:52:08 UTC

Teaching to an evidence-based curriculum means teachers faithfully implement a high-quality, research-validated core program, with fidelity - while still using professional judgment to meet student needs.

Effective Literacy Structures

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Effective Mathematics Structures

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Research-Based Instructional Practices

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Research-Based Explicit Instruction

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 21:59:45 UTC

Explicit instruction is one of the most effective teaching methods, especially for struggling learners.

Research-Based Opportunities to Respond

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:01:26 UTC

Giving students frequent chances to actively respond to instruction. Research shows 3-5

OTRs per minute during guided practice significantly increases engagement, achievement, and on-task behavior in both literacy and math.

Opportunities to Respond Video

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:03:15 UTC

Research-Based Differentiated Instruction

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:04:23 UTC

Am I adjusting my instruction based on data so that most students can access and succeed with grade-level content?

Research-Based Multiple Representations

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:06:27 UTC

The more ways students can represent an idea, the deeper their understanding becomes.

Research-Based Culturally Responsive Teaching

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:07:45 UTC

Goal: Create inclusive Tier 1 instruction that affirms students' identities and improves outcomes for all learners. The culture and lived experiences we all have affect how we learn.

Research-Based Formative Assessment

sandrae11 — 2026-08-09 22:09:06 UTC

Ask yourself, "Am I checking for understanding often enough to adjust my teaching in the moment?"