Tier 1
Set shared expectations for core instruction and aligned walkthrough look-fors.
1. Standard At A Glance
Context: Quick summary of the standard and why it matters in this administrator context.
Standard: ELA.3.RI.3
Short description: Describe the relationship between a series of historical events, scientific concepts, or steps in technical procedures in a text, using language that pertains to time, sequence, and cause/effect.
2. Typical Indicators
Context: Observable signs of skill development for this learner context.
- Instructional routines aligned to this standard are visible across Grade 3 classrooms.
- Teams use common criteria to monitor progress on this skill.
- Data cycles show incremental growth in standard-aligned outcomes.
3. Warning Signs
Context: Early signs that additional support may be needed.
- Implementation quality varies significantly across teams.
- Interventions for this skill are not activated in a timely way.
- Progress data is collected but not used to adjust supports.
4. Escalating Accommodations
Context: Layer supports from universal to intensive based on student response.
Tier 2
Protect targeted intervention time and coaching supports for identified students.
Tier 3
Coordinate intensive individualized plans and cross-team problem-solving cycles.
5. Modifications
Context: Adapt instruction and access points for diverse and disabled learners.
- Diverse learners: ensure language access and culturally responsive support design.
- Disabled learners: align staffing/resources for accommodations and specialized instruction.
6. Cross-Curricular Integration
Context: Practical opportunities to connect this standard to reading, writing, speaking, listening, or other classroom/home learning routines.
Align this standard with grade-level planning cycles, PLC review, and intervention systems.
7. Gemini Canvas Prompt
Context: Prompt scaffold for generating multiple output types based on user choice.
9. Source Document
Context: Official MLS reference source for this standard.