Students who may have a disability will be referred for a full and individual evaluation for special education services as a requirement under federal law (34 CFR § 300.111 Child Find) to ensure that evaluations are not delayed or denied because of the use of an RtI strategy.
Behavior and RtI
RtI is also a way to address behavioral concerns. The Texas Behavior Support Initiative is a resource designed to build capacity in Texas schools for them to provide positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) to all students. PBIS uses a range of school-wide and individualized strategies to achieve social and learning results. Problem behaviors are reduced and students learn.