RTI is:

·         the practice of providing high quality instruction

·         providing interventions matched to student need

·         monitoring progress frequently to make decisions about changes in instruction or goals

·         applying child response data to important educational decisions

The eight essential components of RTI are:

1. Evidence-based Curriculum and Instruction
2. Ongoing Assessment
3. Collaborative Teaming
4. Data-Based Decision Making
5. Fidelity of Implementation
6. Ongoing Training and Professional Development
7. Community and Family Involvement
8. Strong Leadership

All educators for all students.