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District reports gains in MTSS: lower suspensions and chronic absenteeism; trustees ask for course‑level data
Summary
Riverside Unified presented its annual MTSS update showing improved SEL screener results (77% low‑risk), a 62% drop in code violations and a 25% decrease in suspensions over three years; trustees requested more granular, course‑level and subgroup breakdowns to target supports.
Doctor Sosa presented the district’s MTSS (Multi‑Tiered System of Support) report, highlighting improvements across social‑emotional screening, behavior and attendance metrics. He said the percentage of students identified as "low risk" on the SEL screener rose from 71% to 77% since implementation, roughly 2,600 more students who identify as centered and ready for learning. The district also reported a 62% reduction in educational code violations and a 25% reduction in suspensions across three years, and a 43% improvement in chronic absenteeism measures.
Sosa and other staff credited expanded MTSS staffing, site deliverables, and increased collaboration. Trustees praised gains but pressed for more detailed, course‑level and subgroup data, particularly for middle‑school math, English learners and students with disabilities. Student board member Resnick asked about building trust between students and counselors; Sosa and the superintendent recommended continuing student advisory engagement.
Why it matters: MTSS outcomes inform where the district targets coaches, MTSS liaisons and intervention resources; trustees asked staff to show course‑ and school‑level breakdowns to align supports.
Quote: "That is approximately 2,600 additional students who are saying they are centered and they are ready for learning," Doctor Sosa said about SEL gains.
Next steps: Staff will provide more granular course and subgroup data on request and continue scaling MTSS supports based on demonstrated effectiveness.
