Tier Two Launchpad Checklist
Tier 2 Intervention Launchpad
Homeroom Teacher Eligibility, Grouping & Setup Checklist
MTSS / RTI Protocol
Cycle: 2026–2027
Teacher:
Grade / Room:
Interventionist / Lead:
Target Cycle Dates:
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Phase 1: Student Eligibility & Readiness Verification
Universal Screening Data Confirmed: Student scores fall between the 10th and 25th percentile on universal screener (e.g., DIBELS, MAP, i-Ready) or exhibit 2+ consecutive quarters of below-grade benchmarks.
Tier 1 Core Instruction Fidelity: Documented at least 6 weeks of differentiated core classroom instruction (small-group reteach, scaffolding) prior to referral.
Discrete Skill Deficit Pinpointed: Identified precise target area (e.g., phonemic blending, multi-digit subtraction, task initiation) rather than broad subject struggle.
Exclusionary Factors Screened: Checked vision/hearing records; accounted for language proficiency (EL status); verified attendance is >85% prior to intervention placement.
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Phase 2: Group Dosage, Size & Scheduling Parameters
| Domain / Focus | Group Size | Frequency | Session Length | Target Cycle |
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| Early Literacy / Phonics | 3–5 students | 4 days / week | 30 minutes | 8–10 weeks |
| Reading Comprehension | 4–6 students | 3–4 days / week | 30 minutes | 6–8 weeks |
| Math Computation / Fluency | 3–5 students | 3 days / week | 25–30 minutes | 8 weeks |
| Behavioral / Executive Function | 3–4 students | 3–5 days / week | 15–20 minutes | 6–8 weeks |
Do Not Supplant: Tier 2 must never pull students from primary core reading/math instruction.
Protected Time: Scheduled during WIN (What I Need), homeroom flex, or small-group station blocks.
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Target Group Profile & Baseline Roster
Complete before Session 1
Intervention Program/Tool:
Session Days & Time:
Progress Monitoring Probe Tool:
| # | Student Name | Baseline Score | Target Benchmark | Primary Target Skill |
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Attendance Integrity & Monitoring Cadence
Tracking Dosage Fidelity, Assessment Schedule & Decision Rules
Group: ______________________
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Phase 3: Attendance Tracking & Dosage Fidelity
The 80% Dosage Benchmark
80% Minimum Attendance:
To reliably assess intervention effectiveness, a student must receive at least 80% of intended intervention sessions (e.g., 26 of 32 sessions in an 8-week cycle).
Session Logging Standard:
Record attendance immediately every session using standard codes: P (Present), A (Absent), T (Tardy >5 min), or C (Cancelled).
Make-Up & Dosage Triggers:
If a student misses 2 consecutive sessions, schedule a 1:1 or small make-up session during Friday flex. Notify homeroom & family if absences reach 3.
Weekly Group Attendance & Fidelity Sheet (Sample Week 1) Check: M / T / W / Th / F
| Student Name | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Total Min | Fidelity Notes / Make-up Status |
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Phase 4: Progress Monitoring Calendar & Decision Rules
Positive Response
Data: 4+ consecutive data points above aimline.
Action: Continue current protocol to cycle end; celebrate and transition/fade student back to Tier 1 core with maintenance probes.
Questionable Response
Data: Data points hovering around aimline.
Action: Audit fidelity; increase group dosage (+1 session/wk) or reduce group size (e.g. from 1:5 to 1:3). Maintain target skill focus.
Poor / Flat Response
Data: 4 consecutive points below aimline.
Action: Convene SST/MTSS team; conduct deeper diagnostic (e.g. phonological vs rapid naming); modify curriculum tool or escalate to Tier 3.
8-Week Implementation & Review Timeline
| Timeline | Key Milestone / Action Required | Target Date | Status |
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| Week 0 | Screening review, baseline probe administered, group roster & schedule locked. | ___ / ___ / 2026 | |
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| Week 1–2 | Intervention begins; establish routines; verify student attendance logging. Probe 1. | ___ / ___ / 2026 | |
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| Week 4 | Mid-Cycle Data Check: Graph 4 data points; verify 80% attendance dosage. | ___ / ___ / 2026 |
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| Week 6 | Fidelity observation/peer check; instructional pacing adjustments if needed. | ___ / ___ / 2026 |
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| Week 8 | Post-Cycle Review Summit: Analyze 8 data points; apply decision tree rules. | ___ / ___ / 2026 |
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Homeroom Teacher Signature:
Intervention Specialist / Coach:
Final Recommendation:
Graduate
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