Staff Spotlight: Ms. Smith, MTSS Specialist
We have another Laurel Ridge boomerang: a staff member returning to LRES! Let's welcome back Ms. Marion Smith, our new MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Specialist.
Let's get a refresher on what MTSS specialists do, learn where Ms. Smith wants to travel, and what school event she looks forward to.
1. How long have you been working in education?
18 years
2. How would you describe your role to someone unfamiliar with it?
I coordinate school-wide Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), for academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs by partnering with administration, student support team, teachers, and families to determine interventions to improve student outcomes.
3. What is one misunderstanding people sometimes have about your job?
MTSS is not a one size fits all program, but it is a building-wide culture that involves the whole village organizing resources for success.
4. What makes Laurel Ridge unique?
Laurel Ridge is built from a strong community that networks for student success.
5. How do you help create a positive school culture?
Celebrate the wins no matter how big or small, and build on the value that everyone brings to the school culture.
6. What is one school event you look forward to each year?
Schoolwide Community Meetings on the 3rd Friday when we acknowledge and celebrate students and staff.
7. What is your favorite way to unwind after a busy day?
I unwind by enjoying the thrill of playing with my German Shepherd outside.
8. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?
The Maldives or Paris
9. Anything else you'd like the community to know? I'm delighted to be rejoining my LRES family, and I look forward to partnering with you for GREATNESS!
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