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.K.L.4
Short description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases based on kindergarten reading and content.
2. Typical Indicators
Context: Observable signs of skill development for this learner context.
- Instructional routines aligned to this standard are visible across Kindergarten 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 learning routines.
Align language instruction pacing with literacy PLC goals, formative data review, and vertical alignment.
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.