Season 2: Episode 1 This week, we kick off Season 2 with an in-depth interview with the MTSS leaders in Mineola Union Free School district in New York. Their collective leadership approach and their shared MTSS vision have transformed how their district approaches student improvement. Larissa sat down with 3 of their leaders who have spearheaded the work to discuss what worked for them, as well as how their MTSS practice looks at the secondary level. Takeaways: -Making MTSS work K-12 requires the long view, students in 2nd grade will be in middle school and high school. -Your MTSS may never be perfect, but you can always be growing towards a better practice. -Strong leadership and communication are essential for successful MTSS implementation in secondary schools. -Building a strong Tier 1 foundation is crucial for supporting student growth. -Leveraging existing practices and resources can enhance the effectiveness of MTSS in middle and high schools. -Making growth visible and celebrating progress are important for fostering a positive learning environment. Learn more about MTSS and Branching Minds by visiting our website Branchingminds.com, or Sign up for our weekly newsletter on all things MTSS with this link. (https://hubs.la/Q02g9lwV0) Don’t forget to follow and connect with us on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn @BranchingMinds.