Inclusive Transformative Social-Emotional Instruction and Mental Health Support Features

School-based mental health within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework focuses on addressing students' social, emotional, and behavioral needs through a tiered approach. At the universal level, schools implement preventive strategies and promote mental wellness for all students. For students requiring more targeted support, individualized interventions are provided at the secondary level, while intensive, personalized services are available for those with significant mental health challenges.

Key Practices:

• Universal Prevention: Implement school-wide strategies to promote mental well-being and prevent issues before they arise for all students.

• Targeted Interventions: Provide additional support through small group or individualized services for students who need more focused assistance.

• Intensive Support: Offer personalized, one-on-one mental health services for students with significant emotional or behavioral challenges.

• Collaboration and Monitoring: Regularly collaborate with educators, counselors, and families to assess progress and adjust supports as needed.

Resources:

• Riverside County Wellness Collaborative 

• SAMHSA

• CA Student Mental Health Implementation Guide

Stories from the Field:

• Jurupa USD

• Moreno Valley USD

California MTSS is built on the premise that universal support must be provided for all students while recognizing that some students may need supplemental support at various times and a few students may require more intensified support som​​e of the time to be successful in the most inclusive and equitable learning environment of their grade-level peers.

(Access the Continuum of Support HERE)​

(Access Fillable Template HERE​)

Guide to Implementing California MTSS: Every student. Every day.