As a Special Education Director, ensuring that our schools comply with state and federal regulations is crucial. One of the key resources we have is the Utah Special Education Services (USBE SES) Implementation Monitoring Tiers. These tiers provide a structured approach to support special education programs across the state. Let's break down what each tier means and how it can help us provide the best services to our students.
Utah Implementation Monitoring Tiers
The Utah Special Education Services (USBE SES) uses a tiered system to categorize the level of support and activities required for special education program implementation. Here's a closer look at each level:
1. Supporting
- Universal supports
- Universal activities
- Special education program implementation is supported by the USBE SES
At this level, schools receive universal supports and activities, ensuring that all special education programs have a foundational level of support from the USBE SES.
2. Guiding
- Universal supports with possibly some targeted supports
- Universal activities with possibly some targeted activities
- Special education program implementation is guided by the USBE SES
This tier includes the universal supports and activities, but also introduces targeted supports and activities as needed. The USBE SES provides more guidance to ensure programs are on track.
3. Assisting
- Targeted supports
- Targeted activities
- Special education program implementation is assisted by the USBE SES
Schools at this level receive specific targeted supports and activities to address particular needs. The USBE SES assists more closely to help overcome any challenges.
4. Coaching
- Targeted supports with possibly some directed supports
- Targeted activities with possibly some directed activities
- Special education program implementation is coached by the USBE SES
This tier includes targeted supports and activities, along with directed supports and activities as necessary. The USBE SES takes a coaching role to enhance program effectiveness.
5. Directing
- Directed supports
- Directed activities
- Special education program implementation is directed by the USBE SES
At the highest level, the USBE SES provides directed supports and activities, taking a direct role in the implementation of special education programs. This ensures compliance and effectiveness in meeting student needs.
Understanding these tiers helps us identify the level of support our schools might need and how to effectively utilize the resources provided by the USBE SES. By working within this framework, we can ensure that our special education programs are both compliant and highly effective.
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