The Valley View School Board approved the creation/hire of a director for Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) after a separate vote and extended discussion about the role’s scope and oversight.

The board first voted to separate consideration of the MTSS director position from the consolidated personnel report to allow extended discussion. Superintendent Wood explained the position’s purpose: to coordinate academic, behavioral, social and emotional supports; analyze data to close equity gaps; and support recruitment and retention in hard‑to‑fill areas such as dual language and special education. “MTSS is a vital component of our district's strategic plan,” Wood said.

Board members asked for guarantees that the role would be value‑added and would not simply add central‑office headcount. Some members requested periodic review and monitoring to ensure the position delivers services to students and schools as described in the revised job description, which the administration said had been updated in March.

Outcome: following discussion and member questions, the motion to approve the MTSS director position passed by roll call. The board also recorded earlier procedural votes related to separating the item for discussion.

Why it matters: MTSS coordinates interventions and resources intended to address achievement and equity gaps across grades and programs; central leadership on MTSS can affect instructional supports, special education processes and family engagement.

What happened at the meeting: the board proceeded with a motion and second; Superintendent Wood described the role, and multiple trustees asked for monitoring and clarification. The motion passed; members stressed the need for regular review to ensure the position meets district priorities.

Ending: trustees asked the administration to provide regular updates on how the MTSS director fills the intended responsibilities and impacts equity and student outcomes.