Intensive Tier Definition​​​​​​

Needs are greater than what can be provided at the universal  or supplemental tiers

Complex or unique situations (birth to age 21)

Required to address a specific need or situation

Who Receives and Who Provides?

Who Receives?

• AEA and LEA staff - both special ed and general ed teachers
• Families
• Community partners

Who Provides?

• AEA staff, as defined by the AEA - including the FEP
• LEA staff - at a minimum:
• Administrators
• Special ed and general ed teachers
• Counselors
• Others as defined by LEA

Role of FEP Coordinators

• Work with families, AEA and LEA staff, and community partners to identify families of students in need of intensive educational supports
• Work with families, AEA and LEA staff, and community partners to address complex needs
• Keep AEA and LEA administration apprised of need(s) requiring intensive supports

What FEP Provides?

• Individualized and ongoing support that may address complex needs of a family, AEA and LEA staff, and/or community partners
• Coaching, as needed
• Participation/facilitation in meetings

Tools, Supports & Strategies

• Problem-solving
• Facilitated conversation
• Follow-up and support
• Referrals
• Print materials
• Electronic media
• Repository of statewide materials

Examples of Intensive Tier Activities

• Attend meetings - i.e.-resolution facilitation, state mediations, IEPs, 504s
• 1:1 support - attending meetings, pre/post meetings
• 1:1 coaching