Student Supports

 

Colorado Multi-Tiered System of Supports (CO-MTSS)

The Colorado Multi-Tiered System of Supports (CO-MTSS) is a prevention-based framework designed to enhance student outcomes through a team-driven, data-based problem-solving approach. This system integrates family, school, and community partnerships and employs a layered continuum of evidence-based practices at various educational levels, including classroom, school, district, region, and state.

Essential Components

Team-Driven Shared Leadership

A structured collaboration where responsibility and decision-making are distributed across school, district, and community members, including:

  • Students

  • Families

  • General educators

  • Specialists

  • District administrators

This approach organizes coordinated systems of training, coaching, resources, implementation, and evaluation for adult-led activities.

Data-Based Problem Solving and Decision-Making

A standardized process applied at multiple levels by stakeholder teams to:

  • Analyze and evaluate relevant data

  • Plan and implement strategies

  • Ensure sustainable improvements in student and system outcomes

Family, School, and Community Partnering

A collaborative model where families, schools, and communities actively engage in improving learner, classroom, school, district, and state-level outcomes.

Layered Continuum of Supports

A tiered system ensuring that every student receives equitable academic and behavioral support, tailored to their needs. The layers include:

  • Universal Support – Provided to all students

  • Targeted Support – Additional interventions for some students

  • Intensive Support – High-intensity interventions for a few students

Each layer is culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate.

Evidence-Based Practices

Instructional, intervention, and assessment strategies that are proven effective through research, ensuring improved student outcomes.

Additional Information

For further details, visit Colorado MTSS website or contact the Colorado Department of Education using the following information:

Colorado Department of Education
201 E. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-866-6262
Email: [email protected]