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Resources for Schools Identified for CSI, ATS, or TSI

Resources for Schools Identified for CSI, ATS, or TSI

This page contains information and technical assistance resources for schools identified by Michigan school accountability systems for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI), Additional Targeted Support (ATS), and Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI).

How are schools identified for support?

Schools are identified for support using the Michigan School Index system. Use these links to find everything you could need to know about the School Index.

What is the School Index System?

The Michigan School Index System is a school accountability reporting system used to identify schools for the federal school support categories defined in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). View the School Index Overview using this link.

School Index System Overview
Identification Flow Chart

How is the School Index System used to identify schools for support?

The school support identification flowchart provides an overview on how schools are identified for support by the Michigan School Index System. View the School Index Identification Flowchart using this link.

School Identification Flow Chart
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Where can I find more information on the School Index?

Additional resources on the School Index system, such as guides, business rules, data, and more can be found on the School Index Resources page at www.mi.gov/mde-schoolindex.

School Index Resources
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Where can I view School Index reports?

School Index reports can be viewed on MI School Data at: www.mischooldata.org/school-index/. Note: You must login in to view reports in preview. 

School Index Reports

What are CSI, ATS, and TSI school support categories?

Michigan's Approved ESSA State Plan organizes schools identified for supports into three groups as described in each of the tabs below. Click the CSI, ATS, or TSI tabs to learn more about each category, find lists of identified schools, and information on supports and MDE offices assisting these respective schools.

Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI)

Additional Targeted Support (ATS)

Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI)

What resources are available to support the development of CSI, ATS, and TSI plans?

The following links provide resources available to support the development of CSI, ATS, and TSI plans.

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MICIP

The Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP) is a pathway for districts to improve student outcomes by assessing whole child needs to develop plans and coordinate funding.

Please view the video and PDF linked below for more MICIP information for identified schools.

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Using Evidence to Strengthen Education Investments

Using, generating, and sharing evidence about effective strategies to support students gives stakeholders an important tool to accelerate student learning. ESEA emphasizes the use of evidence-based activities, strategies, and interventions (collectively referred to as “interventions”). 

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Resource Allocation Review Process Guide

A PDF guide for districts and schools considering resource equity for improving student outcomes.

Also available are PDF summaries of of the RAR Process phases below by district type.

Please view the videos linked below for additional Resource Allocation Review (RAR) information.

What professional learning and technical assistance is available to schools identified for support?

The following links provide resources available to schools identified for CSI, ATS, or TSI.

MDE EWIMS

Early Warning Intervention and Monitoring System (EWIMS)

EWIMS is a data-driven, decision-making process that helps educators systematically identify students at risk of dropping out, examine the underlying causes, match needs to interventions, and then monitor progress and the success. Information on EWIMS can be found on the MDE's EWIMS webpage (www.mi.gov/mde-ewims).

MiMTSS

Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)

A comprehensive framework of research-based strategies designed to meet the individual needs and assets of the whole child. Information on MTSS can be found on the MDE'S MiMTSS webpage (www.michigan.gov/mtss).

Region

Regional Assistance Grant (RAG)

Regional Assistance Grants (RAG) are awarded to Intermediate School Districts with schools designated as CSI in their constituent local school districts to support their school improvement programs and initiatives. For more information, please see the Title I Regional Assistance Grants Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and Regional Assistance Grant Eligible Schools and Allocations.

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MI Systems Support

The MI Systems Support provides free technical assistance and professional learning through the Statewide Field Team (SWFT) to districts with schools identified for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI), Targeted Support and Improvement (TSI), and Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATS). These services are funded through the Title I Technical Assistance Grant. Information can be found on the MI Systems Support webpage (www.misystemsupport.com). 

How can identified schools stay connected?

Staying in the loop is critical for schools identified for CSI, ATS, or TSI. Communications, reminders and events will be provided here below as they become available. 

Communications to Identified Schools

Please see MDE Memos section for all prior MDE memos including those regarding topics specific to schools identified for CSI, TSI, or ATS supports.

Important Reminders

  • Remember to keep your school and district directory and contact information in Educational Entity Master (EEM) up to date! MDE uses contact information from the EEM (www.mi.gov/eem) to send important communications to your school and district leaders, among other specific contact types in the EEM. 

Upcoming Events

Below is a list of upcoming events that may be helpful for schools identified for CSI, TSI, or ATS supports.

Event Recordings and Webinars

Below is a list of links to recent event recordings and presentations/webinars for schools identified for CSI, TSI, or ATS supports.

  • December 12, 2022: OPD Intensive Level of Support Webinar Presentation & PowerPoint
  • December 14, 2022: OPD Fundamental Level of Support Webinar Presentation & PowerPoint
  • December 14, 2022: OPD Essential Level of Support Webinar Presentation & PowerPoint
  • December 13-14-16, 2022: OES Coordinated Supports Recorded District Webinar Presentation & PowerPoint

Where can I find information on Michigan's ESSA Plan and Federal ESSA Requirements?

Information on Michigan's implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), can be found in the state's approved consolidated state plan in the Michigan ESSA link below. Information from the federal government on ESSA can be found on the United States Department of Education's website linked below.

Michigan ESSA Information

Michigan's ESSA plan and resource information. 

Federal ESSA Information

United States Department of Education webpage for the Every Student Succeeds Act.

Who can identified schools contact for more assistance and support? 

Use the chart below to find specific support contacts for your area of inquiry.

Topic Email Address
School Index system and school accountability MDE-Accountability@michigan.gov
Supports provided by the Office of Educational Supports (OES) MDE-OESCoordinatedSupports@michigan.gov
Supports provided by the Office of Partnership Districts (OPD) MDE-OfficeOfPartnershipDistricts@michigan.gov
Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP) plans and requirements MDE-MICIP@michigan.gov
Michigan Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MiMTSS) MDE-MTSS@michigan.gov

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