Response to

Intervention (RTI)
and the school counseling role
What is RTI?
It is a multi-tier approach to the early identification and support
of students with learning and behavior needs.
It begins with high-quality instruction and universal screening of
all students.
It is designed for use when making decisions in both general
education and special education, creating a well-integrated
system of instruction and intervention guided by the outcome
data.
 The Tiers of RTI
Universal (All Students Proactive and Preventative
Measures
High Quality Classroom Instruction
Screening
Group Intervention

Secondary (Medium Risk) Supplemental and Strategic

Measures
Targeted Intervention

Tertiary (High Risk)

Intensive and Individualized
Intensive Interventions Measures
Comprehensive Evaluation
 The School Counselors Role
According to the American School Counselor Association (ASCA); today's school
counselors are vital members of the education team. They help all students in the areas of:

academic achievement
personal/social development
career development
ensuring today's students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow.

This is achieved by:

Advocacy.
Leadership.
Collaboration.
Systemic change.
The School Counselor and RTI
Uses data to complete ongoing assessments and determine curriculum
outcomes.
Uses research based interventions matched specifically to the student
need
Collaborates with stakeholders for the most comprehensive program.
These stakeholders include:
School Administration and Personnel
Teachers
Parents
Educational Specialists
Additional Professionals
Students
RTI is a school-wide
framework for efficiently
allocating resources to
improve student outcomes
and ensure that all
students reach their fullest
potential.
 Resources
American School Counselor Association. (2003). The ASCA National Model: A
framework for school counseling programs. Alexandria,VA: Author.

RTI Action Network. (b). What is RTI. Retrieved May 20, 2015, from RTI Action Network:
http://www.rtinetwork.org/learn/what/whatisrti