Bridging Support Plan
Bridging Support Plan
Tier 2 Professional Learning Session
30 Minutes
Teachers & Administrators
Objective
Participants will gain a clear understanding of school social workers’ roles in MTSS Tier 2, explore targeted supports for truancy and homelessness, and discuss best practices for family engagement.
Why This Matters
"Understanding and leveraging school social workers’ expertise enhances team-based supports, bolsters student well-being, and ensures families access critical resources."
Preparation
- Review Support Bridge Slides (10 mins)
- Set up flipcharts & markers
- Print Support Strategy Worksheets
Session Agenda
5 min
Introduction & Objectives
Welcome participants and state objectives. Briefly review the agenda and desired outcomes for the next 30 minutes.
7 min
Role Overview Presentation
Display the Overview Slide Deck. Highlight key functions and contributions of school social workers in Tier 2 supports.
Slides 1-5
8 min
Targeted Supports: Truancy & Homelessness
- Review interventions on specific slide.
- Explain data monitoring for attendance and McKinney-Vento coordination.
- Illustrate homelessness supports: emergency kits, housing referrals, and community partnerships.
8 min
Collaborative Family Support Discussion
Facilitate an open discussion with the school social worker on:
• Coordinating housing/food/transit
• Effective communication channels
• Linking to mental health services
• Maximizing McKinney-Vento protections
2 min
Wrap-Up & Q&A
Summarize key takeaways and best practices. Provide contact info for ongoing support: socialwork@district.org.
Professional Learning Series: MTSS Tier 2 District Support Services
Support Bridge Slides
Bridging Support Roles
School Social Workers in Tier 2
Professional Learning Session for Teachers & Administrators
30 Minute Session
Welcome everyone! Introduce yourself and thank participants for joining. Explain that today’s 30-minute session will focus on clarifying and strengthening the role of school social workers within MTSS Tier 2.
Session Objectives
- 1 Clarify evolving roles of school social workers in Tier 2
- 2 Map responsibilities to current student needs
- 3 Develop actionable strategies for daily practice
Notes: Read each objective aloud. Emphasize that clear roles drive effective support.
MTSS Tier 2 Overview
Targeted Support
Tier 2 provides group interventions for students exhibiting risk factors.
Social Work Role
School social workers design and deliver these supports in collaboration with school teams.
Tier 3
Tier 2
Tier 1
Focus: Targeted Group Interventions
Key Functions of SSWs
Counseling & Groups
Crisis Intervention
Expert Consultation
Monitoring Progress
Truancy & Absenteeism
Community Referrals
Think: Which of these have you collaborated on recently?
The Power of Collaboration
Leverages Specialized Expertise
Promotes Cohesive Problem Solving
Enhances Consistency Across Staff
Improves Student Well-being
Targeted Supports: Truancy & Homelessness
Attendance & Outreach
- Monitor attendance data chronically absent students
- Conduct home visits or safe-call check-ins
- Facilitate attendance support groups
Homelessness Support
- McKinney-Vento coordination (enrollment/transit)
- Provide hygiene kits and emergency supply packs
- Arrange on-site mobile health clinics
Social workers coordinate with local shelters and housing agencies for stable referrals.
Collaborating for Family Support
Resources
Housing, food, and transit coordination through partners
Communication
Home visits, phone calls, and family info sessions
Connections
Mental health services and parenting workshops
"Leverage McKinney-Vento protections: immediate enrollment & emergency grants"
Action Planning & Next Steps
Strategy Development
Use the Action Planning Template to outline 1–2 strategies
Accountability
Assign responsible team members and set timelines
Follow-Up
Schedule a check-in or meeting date
Output
Document expected outcomes and monitoring steps for Tier 2 success.
Thank You!
Thank you for your partnership in strengthening student supports!
Contact Information
socialwork@district.org
Support Strategy Worksheet
Support Strategy Worksheet
Tier 2 Action Planning
Session Details
Bridging Support Roles
30-Minute PL Session
Team Members / Staff Names
Date
Instructional Goal
Based on today's presentation and discussion, identify 1–2 actionable strategies to better leverage school social work expertise in your Tier 2 interventions. Focus on truancy, homelessness, or family engagement.
Strategy / Targeted Support
Lead
Timeline
Expected Outcome
Monitoring & Communication Plan
How will you communicate progress with families and the school social work team?
Next Step: Schedule a follow-up check-in with the SSW team.
socialwork@district.org