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Tuesday, April 8, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT
Presented by Ronda French, Psy.S., NCSP, Assistant Director of Pupil Services, Medina City School District (OH); and Sandra Spruell, MTSS Consultant, Branching Minds
Sponsored by Branching Minds
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An MTSS handbook is more than just a document—it’s your roadmap to intervention consistency, sustainability, and success. It provides clear answers to the who, what, where, when, why, and HOW of supporting every learner.
Join us for this engaging and practical edLeader Panel as we guide you through the process of creating an MTSS handbook that works for your campus or district. In this session, we will:
- Outline key components of an effective MTSS handbook
- Define roles and responsibilities for staff
- Align intervention strategies, progress monitoring, and data collection
- Ensure consistency across academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports
Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing handbook, this session will equip you with the insights and resources needed to create a comprehensive guide that supports student success. This edLeader Panel will be of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.
About the Presenters
Ronda French, a native of Northeast Ohio, holds a Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, and Psychology Specialist degree from Cleveland State University. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and holds Ohio Pupil Services, Principal, and Superintendent licensure.
Now in her seventh year as a District Administrator for Medina City Schools, Ronda previously served as a school psychologist for nearly a decade. She is passionate about advocating for proactive mental health strategies, inclusion for individuals with disabilities, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. She is also a Branching Minds Pathfinder.
Outside of work, Ronda is deeply family and community oriented. She lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband, two daughters, and their beloved dog. In her free time, she enjoys exploring new foods, reading sci-fi novels, and staying active.
Sandra Spruell is an experienced educator and educational consultant with a strong background in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and intervention strategies. As an Educational Consultant at Branching Minds, Sandra has held various leadership roles. With over three decades in public education, she has taught multiple grade levels and contributed to districtwide initiatives in curriculum design, teacher mentorship, and professional development. Holding a master’s in educational leadership and multiple certifications, Sandra is dedicated to improving student outcomes and supporting educators.
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Branching Minds is a leading K-12 educational technology platform designed to streamline the work of MTSS and make personalized learning sustainable. By integrating data and providing actionable insights, our platform empowers teachers to meet the unique needs, strengths, and challenges of every student. Branching Minds simplifies the MTSS process, giving teachers the tools and guidance needed to personalize support, freeing up their time to focus on building meaningful, positive relationships with students.
