MTSS Implementers Round Up
May 29 | 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Overview
The Alabama MTSS Implementers Round Up is a one-day, virtual learning event for all educators. Four national experts will provide 20-minute “Lightning Lessons” presentations, followed by Q&As, planning and discussion time, and networking opportunities.
Topics include:
- Integrating academics and social, emotional and behavioral well-being across three tiers
- Educator wellbeing
- Classroom practices
- Screening and progress monitoring
- PBIS implementation and cost benefit
- Supporting students with autism across the three tiers
| Available Dates | May 29, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Location | Virtual: Zoom |
| Speakers | Dr. Tim Lewis, U. of Missouri Dr. Shanna Hirsh, U. of Maryland Dr. Terry Scott, U. of Louisville Dr. Laci Watkins, Texas A&M U. Dr. Sara McDaniel, U. of Alabama Dr. Courtney O’Grady, U. of Alabama |
Who Should Attend
- District-level administrators
- School-level administrators
- Teachers
- Behavior interventionists
- Counselors
- Social workers
- School psychologists/psychometrists
2026 MTSS Agenda
| Time | Topic |
| 9-9:30 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions |
| 9:30 a.m. -Noon | Morning Program Block |
| What Are the Latest Strategies for Improving Teacher Well-Being? | |
| What Are All These Alabama Initiatives, and Are They Different? | |
| Is PBIS Cost-Effective? | |
| How Has the Understanding of Autism and Neurodiversity Changed Recently? | |
| *10 Minute Morning Break* | |
| How Do We Support a Growing Number of Students With Autism? | |
| How Do You Integrate Academics and PBIS? | |
| Noon-1 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1-3:20 p.m. | Afternoon Program Block |
| Can You Combine Tier 2/SST Meetings, PBIS, and Mental Health? | |
| What Are the Most Commonly Missed Classroom Management Strategies? | |
| What Do Tier 3 SEB Supports Look Like Without Special Education (FACTS)? | |
| How Do We Support Teachers Who Need Classroom and Behavior Management Coaching? | |
| *10 Minute Afternoon Break* | |
| What Is the National View of PBIS Research? | |
| What Is Data Literacy, and What Do I Need to Be Able to Do? | |
| 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Closing Session |
Speakers
Dr. Tim Lewis, U. of Missouri
Dr. Shanna Hirsh, U. of Maryland
Dr. Terry Scott, U. of Louisville
Dr. Laci Watkins, Texas A&M U.
Dr. Sara McDaniel, U. of Alabama
Dr. Courtney O'Grady, U. of Alabama
Event Location
The conference will be held virtually through the Zoom platform
Registration
Early Bird Rate (expires April 29, 2026): $70
Standard Rate (begins April 30, 2026): $85
Register Online
You will be taken to our online registration area. The screen will look different from this part of our website and will open in a new window. You will click on the year that you wish to register for. If you register more than one person, each must have an individual email address to utilize the online registration system.
Register by Phone
Our Registration Services Office is open Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. To register by phone or for inquiries regarding your registration, please call 205-348-3000.
Special Accommodation Requests
The University of Alabama is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Requests for accommodation of physical and/or dietary needs should be made at least 30 calendar days in advance of the program date. Please email your request to professionaldevelopment@ua.edu.
A portion of the invoice amount for this program will go to the Capstone Lifelong Learning Foundation to support activities of The University of Alabama and the Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education.
Need our STAARS Vendor Number? Please use VC000118827 for UA Office of Teaching Innovation and Digital Education.
Cancellation Policy
A cancellation charge of 100% of the registration fee will be assessed on cancellations occurring within seven (7) days of the start of this session. Any changes to the session registration type (example: in-person to virtual or virtual to in-person) within seven (7) calendar days of the program will be assessed a $25.00 administrative fee. Refunds will not be granted after the program has begun. The University of Alabama reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine class sections, to limit registration or to change instructors. Contact the Registration Services department at 205-348-3000 or registration_services@ua.edu to cancel your registration. View the OTIDE Cancellation Policy.
Sponsorship
Sponsor Opportunities
Bronze Sponsor – $500
- Logo on event website
- Inclusion on rotating sponsor recognition slide during breaks
Silver Sponsor – $1,000
- Logo on event website and registration page
- Logo included on rotating sponsor slide during breaks
- Recognition in pre-event email communications
Gold Sponsor – $1,500
- Logo on event website and registration page
- Logo on rotating sponsor slide shown during breaks
- 5-minute speaking opportunity during lunch/networking break
- Recognition in pre-event email communications
Platinum Sponsor – $2,000
- Prominent logo placement on event website and registration page
- Logo included on rotating sponsor slide shown during breaks and between sessions
- 5-8-minute speaking opportunity during the lunch/networking break
- Recognition in pre-event email communications
- Sponsor recognition on opening slide deck
Crimson Sponsor – $2,500
- Featured logo on event website and registration page
- Logo included on rotating sponsor slide shown during breaks and between sessions
- 8-10-minute live or recorded presentation during the lunch/networking break
- Recognition in pre-event email communications
- Sponsor recognition on opening slide deck
Questions about the conference?
Contact Valerie Tisdale for more information.
