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July 16, 2008 ACTION UPDATE
Families and Schools Working Together

The RTI framework can help create the engaged relationships between families and schools that are necessary for improved student outcomes. Dr. Amy Reschly of the University of Georgia describes how to develop positive relationships with families that will enhance the success of each student in her new article, "Schools, Families and Response to Intervention."



RTI National Online Forum Webcast Available

On Monday, June 9, the RTI Action Network presented the inaugural RTI National Online Forum, "Are You Ready for RTI? What Do You Need to Know, and What Do You Need to Do?". Presenters include Drs. Judy Elliott, David Prasse, and Ann Casey. This 90-minute discussion, including questions from the audience, is invaluable to schools establishing or refining their RTI programs, at both the district and building levels. View the archived event.



RTI Interview Series:
Debra Jennings on Engaging Families in RTI

In the latest video, Debra Jennings, Executive Co-Director of the Statewide Parent Advocacy Network, describes the questions parents need answered so that they can act as partners in ensuring that their children find success in school. She notes parents need to know what RTI is, how they will be alerted if there is a problem, and what kind of help their child will receive. Watch the video for a parent leader's perspective on RTI.
 

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

Why are you supporting RTI at the high school level when the research base for high school efficacy is not particularly strong?

The core principles of RTI have the potential to address the often dire consequences of school failure (e.g. alienation, dropping out, anti-social behavior) at the high school level. Barbara Ehren, professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Director of the Doctoral Program at the University of Central Florida, explores RTI’s efficacy in preventing school failure in response to this question of the month.
 

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Upcoming RTI Talk
Dean Fixsen on Building Education Programs that Work for All Students
August 20, 2008 at 1 p.m. ET

You’ve just learned your school will begin implementing RTI. How will you make that happen? How can you cope with the "big issues" while you deal with the details of "using RTI" in your school and education system? What happens when you do both at the same time? Are you facing "wicked problems" that fight back when you try to solve them? Join Dr. Dean Fixsen, Co-Director of the National Implementation Research Network (NIRN) and a Research Professor at the Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute at the University of South Florida, as he answers your questions during our next RTI Talk.

Submit advance questions for the discussion now or simply join the chat live on August 20 at 1 p.m. ET.
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
NASP Summer Conferences to Feature RTI Topics
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is hosting two summer conferences on July 21-23 in Atlantic City, NJ; and on July 28-30 in Las Vegas, NV. There will be a number of sessions addressing RTI topics including RTI at the middle school and high school levels; ensuring intervention fidelity; establishing special education eligibility using RTI methodology; and addressing reliability, validity, and fairness within an RTI framework.  Visit the NASP Web site for registration information and to download the conference information flyer. »

NEA Academy to Offer Course on RTI
In collaboration with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), the National Education Association (NEA) has created an online professional development course on Response to Intervention that will be offered through the NEA Academy. Media production has begun with the anticipated launch date scheduled for late fall of 2008. Visit the NEA Academy Web site this fall for more information on this exciting project. »


New International Reading Association Commission Will Address RTI Issues
The IRA RTI Commission is in the process of organizing a network of IRA representatives from each of the state IRA councils. The charge of the International Reading Association RTI Commission is to link the talents of IRA members with opportunities for involvement in implementation and professional development. Cochairs are Marjorie Y. Lipson, University of Vermont, and Karen K. Wixson, University of Michigan. Interested in participating in RTI-related activities? Contact IRA at irawash@reading.org or 202.624.8800 for the name of your RTI Commission state IRA council representative.
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