MTSS-tering the System: Rebecca Burton on Creating Agile Support Structures That Serve All Learners

About this episode

Rebecca Burton discusses her passion for creating inclusive learning systems and the role of MTSS in supporting diverse student populations.

Rebecca Burton, Deputy Superintendent for Special Education and Student Services at Lemon Grove School District, joins us to discuss her deeply personal 'why' for education and how it fuels her passion for creating inclusive and equitable learning systems. This episode explores the critical role of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in supporting diverse student populations, from academic interventions to social-emotional well-being. Rebecca shares insights into Lemon Grove's journey in implementing a robust MTSS framework, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and a strong Tier 1 foundation. She candidly addresses common misconceptions about special education, advocating for systemic changes and a proactive approach to meet every student's needs.

People in this episode

Guest: Rebecca Burton

Topics covered

• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
• special education
• inclusive education
• data-driven decision-making

Keywords

• equitable learning systems
• academic interventions
• social-emotional well-being
• systemic changes

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Lemon Grove's

More episodes of Exceptional Educators Podcast by FrenalyticsEDU

• From Vendors to Partners: Evan Abramson on Rewriting the EdTech Partnership Playbook and Reimagining Inclusion Innovation · April 23, 2026 · 37 min
• Pioneering Pathways: Jeff Hadley on Innovative Inclusion Programs & Career Readiness for Students of All Abilities · April 3, 2026 · 32 min
• Small School, Big Impact: Chandler Cross's Commandments of Culture and Secrets to Student & Staff Success · March 26, 2026 · 36 min
• Going Viral: Dr. Georgeanne Warnock on Leadership in the Age of Social Media · March 19, 2026 · 37 min
• Architecting Impact: Lisa Hartman on Building Systems That Transcend Leaders · March 12, 2026 · 38 min
• Growing Enrollment, Growing Excellence: How Kirk Koennecke Sustains a Top-Ranked District · March 5, 2026 · 34 min