Track only what can change a decision
Student-support teams do not need more data simply because it is available. The useful question is whether a signal changes what the team understands, what it will try next, or who should follow up.
A compact Tier 2 record can still show the whole child
A concise record can include the concern, one or two relevant signals, the chosen intervention, the student's perspective, the adult responsible and the review date. This keeps action visible without burying the team in documentation.
Growth should be specific enough to notice
Improved participation, self-advocacy, organization or attendance can be described through observable actions. That allows schools to celebrate progress while keeping academic learning and formal intervention measures intact.
See the idea in motion.
Explore the ONWARDology interactive preview, built around a K–8 growth journey using illustrative student profiles.
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