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| Overview |
This full-day institute supports administrators in leading Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and Universal Design for Learning as a single, coherent approach to equity and instructional excellence. Rather than treating MTSS as a structure and UDL as a set of strategies, leaders will explore how both frameworks work together to strengthen Tier 1 instruction, reduce barriers, and improve outcomes for every learner.
Participants will engage in interactive, universally designed adult learning that models the very practices they are expected to champion in classrooms. Through case studies, self-assessment, observation tools, and collaborative planning, leaders will examine how to move from compliance-driven implementation to impact-driven systems. The day emphasizes practical leadership moves: designing engaging professional learning, using feedback to grow practice, and navigating the adaptive challenges that often stall change.
By the end of the session, leaders will leave with a clear focus goal, concrete tools for supporting teacher practice, and an actionable plan for aligning MTSS, UDL, and instructional leadership in their schools. |
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| Objectives: |
- Strengthen understanding of how MTSS and UDL operate as a unified system that elevates Tier 1 instruction
- Experience and be prepared to design universally designed professional learning that models engagement, flexibility, and learner agency for faculty meetings, PLCs, and professional development.
- Distinguish between technical and adaptive challenges in implementation and identify one high-leverage leadership move to strengthen follow-through and collective efficacy.
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| Potential Audience: |
- Heads of School
- School leaders such as Principals, Vice Principals, Assistant Principals, and Division Principals (Elementary, Middle, or High School)
- Instructional leaders such as Academic Directors or Directors of Teaching and Learning / Curriculum and Instruction
- Student support leaders, such as Directors of Learning Support or Student Services
- Program and instructional specialists such as IB Coordinators (PYP, MYP, DP) and Instructional or Learning Coaches
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| About Katie Novak |
Katie Novak, Ed.D., is an internationally renowned education consultant, author, graduate instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, and a former Assistant Superintendent of Schools in Massachusetts. With 20 years of experience in teaching and administration, an earned doctorate in curriculum and teaching, and fifteen published books, with over 280K books sold worldwide, Katie designs and presents workshops both nationally and internationally focusing on the implementation of inclusive practices, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and universally designed leadership. Novak’s work has impacted educators worldwide as her contributions and collaborations have built upon the foundation for an educational framework that is critical for student success.
Dr. Novak is the author of the best-selling books, UDL Now! A Teacher’s Guide to Applying Universal Design for Learning in Today’s Classrooms, Innovate Inside the Box, with George Couros, Equity by Design, with Mirko Chardin, and The Shift to Student-Led with Catlin Tucker. |
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| Venue: |
International School of Zug and Luzern
Walterswil 1, 6340 Baar, Switzerland |
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| Timings: |
8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Registration at 8.00 am on the 21st of November 2026 |
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| Investment |
USD 600 Closing Date 15th November 2026
USD 550 Early Bird Offer Till 15th September 2026
Group Discount for 5 or more USD 500
Closing Date 15th October 2026
Includes: Certificate of Participation for 10 Professional Development Hours, Lunch and Coffee Breaks. |
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