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District outlines MTSS, special‑education processes and counts for foster, homeless and ELL students
Summary
Cedar Springs staff presented the district’s multi‑tiered system of supports (MTSS), special‑education eligibility rules and counts for foster care (13), McKinney‑Vento (12) and English‑language learners (33). Staff emphasized data‑driven interventions and coordination with Kent ISD and regional partners.
Cedar Springs Public Schools’ student‑services staff briefed the school board on Oct. 13 about the district’s multi‑tiered systems of support (MTSS), special‑education eligibility rules and the district’s counts and coordination for selected special populations.
Student‑services presenter Devin Brandt summarized MTSS as a districtwide framework that includes academic, social‑emotional and behavioral supports delivered in three tiers. Brandt described tier‑1 as core instruction for all students, tier‑2 as targeted small‑group supports and tier‑3 as individualized, intensive services. “There is no wrong door at student…
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