What does RTI stand for?

Response to Intervention (RTI) is an educational framework designed to provide early, systematic assistance to children who are struggling in school. The model emphasizes the importance of using data to identify students who require additional support, implementing evidence-based interventions, and monitoring their progress to ensure that these interventions are effective.

This approach helps ensure that students receive targeted help before they fall significantly behind, ideally preventing the need for more intensive special education services later on. By using a tiered system of support, RTI enables educators to differentiate instruction and provide varying levels of intensity in interventions based on individual student needs. This responsive strategy not only benefits struggling students but also promotes a proactive culture of support within the school.