to allow for data-based problem solving in instruction and decision making. MTSS aids systematic change through intentional design and redesign of services and supports that quickly identify and match the needs of all students in general education contexts. California has awarded a grant to two collaborating county offices of education with the intent of developing and scaling up a MTSS framework statewide. This framework will continue the work to support implementation of MTSS as critical strategy to state’s improve school conditions for student learning and will provide resources for Title I LEAs. California has established several work groups focused on developing policy recommendations and tools to support implementation of programs and evaluating the effectiveness of programs designed to reduce incidences of bullying and harassment, the overuse of discipline practices that remove students from the classroom, and the use of aversive behavioral interventions that compromise student health and safety. The CDE formed the School Conditions and Climate Working Group (CCWG) to explore options for the further advancement of school conditions and climate measures and support tools. The CDE has joined a group of eight states that share information, best practices, and promising tools and ideas in the interest of building strong Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in schools across their states. The CDE has developed and promotes a Family Engagement Framework and convened an Ad Hoc Family Engagement Work Group to foster regular, meaningful two-way communication between the CDE and family engagement stakeholders to inform statewide family engagement initiatives and improve technical assistance to LEAs. Strategies to Reduce Incidences of Bullying and Harassment The CDE has produced and promotes a variety of tools and resources for parents, administrators, and students about bullying and harassment. Resources include examples of bullying, a description of the key elements of a bullying prevention program, frequently asked questions and answers, sample policies and implementation plans to address bullying, publications, and links to national resources. More information is available on the CDE Bullying and Hate-Motivated Behavior Prevention Web page at . Strategies to Reduce the Overuse of Discipline Practices that Remove Students from the Classroom The CDE promotes specific strategies to reduce the overuse of discipline practices that remove students from the classroom, including information regarding keeping high-risk students in school, improving student engagement, and the importance to replacing punitive discipline practices with positive interventions. More information is available on the CDE Behavioral Intervention Strategies and Supports Web page at . Strategies to Reduce the Use of Aversive Behavioral Interventions that Compromise Student Health and Safety The CDE maintains and promotes a Web page that provides extensive information regarding Positive Behavioral Supports and Positive Behavioral Interventions and
to allow for data-based problem solving in instruction and decision making. MTSS aids systematic change through intentional design and redesign of services and supports that quickly identify and match the needs of all students in general education contexts. California has awarded a grant to two collaborating county offices of education with the intent of developing and scaling up a MTSS framework statewide. This framework will continue the state’s work to support implementation of MTSS as critical strategy to improve school conditions for student learning and will provide resources for Title I LEAs. California has established several work groups focused on developing policy recommendations and tools to support implementation of programs and evaluating the effectiveness of programs designed to reduce incidences of bullying and harassment, the overuse of discipline practices that remove students from the classroom, and the use of aversive behavioral interventions that compromise student health and safety. The CDE formed the School Conditions and Climate Working Group (CCWG) to explore options for the further advancement of school conditions and climate measures and support tools. The CDE has joined a group of eight states that share information, best practices, and promising tools and ideas in the interest of building strong Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in schools across their states. The CDE has developed and promotes a Family Engagement Framework and convened an Ad Hoc Family Engagement Work Group to foster regular, meaningful two-way communication between the CDE and family engagement stakeholders to inform statewide family engagement initiatives and improve technical assistance to LEAs. Strategies to Reduce Incidences of Bullying and Harassment The CDE has produced and promotes a variety of tools and resources for parents, administrators, and students about bullying and harassment. Resources include examples of bullying, a description of the key elements of a bullying prevention program, frequently asked questions and answers, sample policies and implementation plans to address bullying, publications, and links to national resources. More information is available on the CDE Bullying and Hate-Motivated Behavior Prevention Web page at . Strategies to Reduce the Overuse of Discipline Practices that Remove Students from the Classroom The CDE promotes specific strategies to reduce the overuse of discipline practices that remove students from the classroom, including information regarding keeping high-risk students in school, improving student engagement, and the importance to replacing punitive discipline practices with positive interventions. More information is available on the CDE Behavioral Intervention Strategies and Supports Web page at . Strategies to Reduce the Use of Aversive Behavioral Interventions that Compromise Student Health and Safety The CDE maintains and promotes a Web page that provides extensive information regarding Positive Behavioral Supports and Positive Behavioral Interventions and