Book Description
Levels of student achievement are continually under intense scrutiny by public officials and citizens alike. An examination of student achievement has uncovered low literacy rates, especially among the urban youth, that is detrimental to student success in high school and beyond. The achievement gap that persists between urban schools and suburban schools is a consistent educational trend that continues to deny students equal opportunities in adulthood. Student achievement testing measures are frequently used to gauge their ability levels. The results of standardized test can be used as indicators for future success or failure. The tests can also be used as an actionable diagnostic tool that helps educators scaffold instruction. This project proposes that school expand use of response to intervention (RTI) programs into middle schools. A professional development training session has been created to assist a middle school staff in developing a RTI program. A successful implementation of the project would result in students that are more ready to take on the rigors of high school curriculum.